Category: Packing & Shipping

What You Need to Know About Shipping Your Car to Australia

Are you thinking of shipping your car to Australia? Here is what you need to know from proof of residence, import approval and taxes.

Should You Pack and Ship Your KitchenAid Mixer and Cuisinart to Australia?

Should you ship your KitchenAid Mixer to Australia from the United States? What about your food processor? Here’s the answer to both these questions.

What You Need to Know Before You Ship Your Belongings to Australia

There are three things you need to know before shipping a container to Australia. Not knowing will cost you money and delay your shipment.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship Your Household to Australia?

The cost of shipping a three-bedroom house to Australia from all major international cities such as London, New York, Cape Town, Singapore, and Vancouver.

What NOT to Pack and Ship When Moving to Australia

We made so many mistakes when we moved to Australia, including having two pairs of shoes destroyed by Australian Quarantine and charged for it. No joke. Please learn from our mistakes.

Our Shipping Quote From When We Moved to Australia From the United States

Are you wondering what the cost of shipping a container to Australia from the United States is going to be? Here’s our Australian shipping quote all fees and what you need to look for when you get your shipping quote.

What to Pack When Moving to Australia

It’s time to make some hard decisions about what to pack when you move to Australia. Here are three things you need to think about before you start packing.

How to Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) When Shipping a Container to Australia from the United States

When shipping a container to Australia from the United States, you will need to get an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Here is a step-by-step guide.

What Was Included in Our Australia Shipping Quote That You Need to Know About When You Get Your Quote

A detailed breakdown of what was included in our Australia shipping quote. I also cover packing options, the difference between LCL shipments and FCL shipments, and list out everything that should be included in your shipping quote.

31 Questions to Ask When You Get Your Australia Shipping Quote

Choosing a shipping company that isn’t qualified or doesn’t have experience with Australian relocations will be a costly mistake you cannot afford. When you get your shipping quote, have these questions handy to help you determine how qualified the shipping company is.

Can You Ship Rattan, Wicker, and Wood Homewares to Australia?

When shipping wicker and wooden homewares to Australia, you may have to treat them prior to shipping. Here’s what you need to know.

What You Need to Know Before Getting Your Shipping Quote for Australia

There are three things you need to know before you get your Australia shipping quote. Don’t cut corners here, it can be an expensive mistake.

What You Can and Cannot Bring With You When Moving to Australia

Before moving to Australia, most expats have heard about Australia’s strict quarantine regulations. Here’s what you need to know before you start packing up and shipping your household and what to bring with you in your suitcase.

How to Find an International Shipping Company You Can Trust With Your Move to Australia

There are a lot of fraudulent international shipping companies out there. Before you get your Australia shipping quote, PLEASE READ THIS.

What You Need to Know About Insuring Your Shipment to Australia

How much does it cost to insure your shipment to Australia? Is it worth it? Insurance for your shipment is dependent on many factors.

What You Need to Know About Australian Quarantine When Shipping a Container

If you aren’t aware of Australia’s strict quarantine policy, you WILL get hit with high fees or have your belongings destroyed. This happened to us.

Charges and Fees NOT Included in Our U.S. to Australia Shipping Quote

There are costs you’ll be responsible for that are not included in most Australia Shipping Quotes. I list all the charges and fees plus include our final shipment invoice for our shipment from Seattle to Sydney.

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