International Moving: Clearing Customs
Clearing customs can be a maze
of unfamiliar processes and documentation. When you move with Allied International,
just relax and rely on your Coordinator to guide you through the process of clearing
customs. Your coordinator will prepare you best for what to expect once you enter
into your new country.
How Does my International Moving Coordinator Help?
Clearing customs has become increasingly complicated due to heightened security
concerns. At Allied International, you can depend on the expertise and knowledge
of your Coordinator to guide you through clearing customs. The process will begin
at your destination with the local Allied International office.
Beginning Customs Clearance for International Moving
Your International Relocation Coordinator will help you complete the required documents,
and then forward them to our authorized destination agent. At your destination,
the local Allied International office will receive the paperwork forwarded to them
by your Coordinator. The destination agent, in turn, verifies that all of your information
is correct and complete with your Move Manager before passing the documents on to
the customs broker. The destination agent will then contact you to arrange a mutually
convenient time for delivery. Be sure to be available to arrange this delivery time.
Once you arrive in your destination country, remember to contact Allied immediately.
Failure to make timely contact could result in delays for clearing customs and additional
storage costs. 'Demurrage' or port rent is an additional expense incurred if we
are unable to clear your shipment on time. Airports levy similar penalties if airfreight
shipments are delayed. To avoid delays and additional costs, it is important to
make contact with the local Allied International office as soon as you arrive.
Restricted Items During International Moving
Each country has its own list of restricted items. To avoid any problems or delays
in clearing your shipment through customs, customs documents are included in the
information packets that we provide to you at the start of your move. You'll also
find a list of items prohibited from entry into your destination country so there
are no surprises later on. It is best to adhere to these restrictions and pack your
household accordingly to avoid problems with clearing customs.
Shipment Tracking During International Moving
In addition to our services for clearing customs, we also provide technologically
advanced satellite tracking of your shipment throughout its journey. Our state-of-the-art
online shipment tracking system, GlobalCom, will allow you to monitor your shipment
while in transit - from loading through customs to delivery. We have shipment tracking
on all our freights and flights, so your shipment will never be too far away. The
added security and comfort that our shipment tracking and services for clearing
customs provide are what sets Allied apart from the rest.
