INTERNATIONAL MOVES BLOG

Checking if your chosen companies are certified international movers or hold memberships of professional associations or other independent accreditations is a great way to check if they are reputable. This helps you gain peace of mind knowing that you're reducing the risk of losing everything to a rogue trader.

So you’ve picked your companies to get a quote from, you’ve had the Move Consultants round and showed them everything you want to move and now you’ve probably got at least 3 very different looking quotations in front of you – how do you choose? 

If you're at the stage of getting quotes from international removals companies then here are some important questions to ask potential shippers. This list of questions isn't exhaustive, but it should at least start some valuable conversations that will help you gain a comprehensive understanding of the service being offered and the company providing it.

Questions to ask household shipping companies

1. What are their qualifications?

Check if they are FIDI FAIM certified. FIDI FAIM is the only...

When considering whether to take out insurance for international household goods shipping the main reason is financial protection for your items in case of loss or damage. However, your mover may also have pointed out that general average is another area to be aware of. But what is general average and why should you insure against the risk? 

Before you start...

If you've not already read it please start with our blog 'Guide to Transfer of Residence for Moves to the UK' for important background information and to understand if you need to complete this form. 

Relocating to a new country is a daunting prospect. If you’re worried about not only the practicalities of physically moving your life abroad, but also how to prepare and settle the whole family when you get there, then here are our top ten tips for moving abroad.

Moving house is a juggling act at the best of times, even more so when you're moving abroad. So we've created this international moving checklist to help you start planning for your overseas move. 

what to do before moving overseas

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As early as possible

• Establish a timetable for the move. If you’re moving for a job consider when theworking partner has to arrive, and when the rest of the family...

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Most international removals companies will offer a range of container shipping options for moving goods overseas. The best method for you will vary according to:

• the size of your shipment (also known as volume of goods).
• how quickly you need your items to arrive
• how much your budget is to spend on shipping

Covid-19 is a global pandemic, and that means no matter where you are moving to or from there is a risk that your move will be impacted. Moving overseas is stressful at the best of times and the added risks of safety and delays can make it feel even more challenging.