International Moving Services
International Moving Services
International relocations involve more than transportation. Credo Enterprise helps customers organize the moving plan, inventory, packing requirements, transportation options, and destination needs based on the route and services available.
- USDOT 3701446 · MC 1295304
- International moving coordination
- Inventory and documentation planning
- Route-specific options confirmed in writing
International relocation planning
Planning an International Move
An international household move typically involves origin services, inventory preparation, packing, transportation coordination, documentation, customs requirements, destination services, and delivery planning. Requirements vary by country, route, shipment size, and the providers involved.
Credo Enterprise helps customers organize these steps based on the services available for their move. Transportation may be completed with qualified third-party providers, and destination services may be performed by local service providers depending on the route and written agreement.
Coordination support
What We Help Coordinate
International moves involve many moving parts. The services below reflect areas where Credo Enterprise may assist based on your route and written agreement.
Move Planning
Review origin and destination details, timing, inventory scope, building access, and service requirements so the move plan reflects realistic expectations for your route.
Packing Preparation
Discuss packing options, labeling, inventory records, and preparation suited to extended transportation. Partial or full packing may be available depending on the shipment.
Transportation Coordination
Available transportation arrangements depend on the origin, destination, shipment, route, and qualified providers. Options and transit estimates should be confirmed in writing.
Destination Planning
Confirm delivery access, destination contacts, building requirements, and final delivery coordination. Destination services may involve separate local providers.
Relocation types
Types of International Moves
Tell us about your household and destination so we can discuss service scope and availability for your route.
Household relocations
Full-home moves with inventory planning, packing coordination, and delivery scheduling at the destination.
Apartment and condo relocations
Moves with elevator reservations, parking limitations, and building access requirements at origin or destination.
Returning-resident moves
Relocations for customers returning to a home country, with documentation needs that may differ from first-time moves.
Expatriate relocations
Moves tied to overseas employment or assignment changes, with timing aligned to housing and travel schedules.
Employee relocations
Household shipments coordinated alongside employer relocation timelines when applicable.
Partial household shipments
Smaller shipments when only part of a household is being transported internationally.
International business relocations
Office equipment, files, and business belongings that require careful inventory and handling review.
Moves requiring temporary storage
Relocations with gaps between origin departure and destination access that may benefit from storage coordination.
Service options
International Moving Options
Available service and transportation options depend on the origin, destination, shipment size, and providers involved in your move. Discuss specific options when requesting an estimate.
Origin packing and pickup
Packing, wrapping, and pickup at the origin residence or facility based on access and service scope.
Partial or full packing
Options from customer-packed cartons to full-service packing depending on shipment needs and availability.
Inventory preparation
Detailed inventory lists, labeling, and condition records to support documentation and delivery review.
Transportation coordination
Arrangements with qualified providers based on route, shipment size, and service terms confirmed in writing.
Port or terminal coordination
Coordination related to port, terminal, or consolidation points when applicable to the selected route.
Destination delivery
Final-mile delivery planning, access review, and placement coordination at the destination address.
Unpacking
Unpacking and placement services where included in the written service agreement.
Storage coordination
Short- or long-term storage when timing gaps exist between origin, transit, and destination access.
Transportation methods, providers, transit estimates, destination services, and availability vary by route and shipment. Details should be confirmed in the written estimate and service agreement.
How it works
International Moving Process
Each international move follows a similar planning path, though specific steps and providers depend on your route and agreement.
- Step 1
Share Your Move Details
Provide origin, destination, dates, inventory scope, access information, and service requirements for review.
- Step 2
Review the Inventory
Confirm estimated shipment size, special items, packing needs, and belongings that may require additional review.
- Step 3
Review Available Service Options
Discuss transportation, storage, destination, and packing arrangements available for your route.
- Step 4
Prepare and Pack the Shipment
Organize inventory records, labels, packing, and shipment information required for the selected service.
- Step 5
Coordinate Transportation and Documentation
Parties and providers involved depend on the route and service arrangement. Documentation requirements vary by destination.
- Step 6
Plan Destination Delivery
Confirm destination contacts, access, delivery requirements, and final walkthrough expectations.
Documentation
International Moving Documents and Customs Requirements
Documentation for an international household shipment depends on the origin country, destination country, citizenship or residency status, purpose of relocation, shipment contents, transportation method, customs rules, and provider requirements.
Customers may be asked to provide identification, passport information, visa or residency documentation, a detailed inventory, packing list, proof of destination address, employment or relocation documents, vehicle or specialty-item records, and customs forms required for the specific destination. Not every document applies to every shipment.
Customs authorities determine entry requirements, duties, inspections, and clearance. Customers should confirm immigration and customs requirements with the relevant government authorities before shipping.
Important customs notice
Customs, immigration, tax, and import requirements can change and are determined by the relevant government authorities. Customers should verify current requirements with the destination country's customs authority, embassy, consulate, or a qualified customs professional. Credo Enterprise does not provide legal, immigration, tax, or customs advice.
Fees and timing
Duties, Taxes, Inspections, and Delays
Customs authorities may inspect shipments as part of standard entry procedures. Duties, taxes, fees, storage, demurrage, port, terminal, inspection, or destination charges may apply depending on the route and agreement.
Customs processing may affect timing, and the moving company cannot control government inspections or decisions. Customers should review which charges are included and excluded in the written estimate and service agreement.
Documentation errors or missing information may delay processing. Allow reasonable time for customs review and coordinate with your moving coordinator on any provider communications.
Packing
International Packing Preparation
Extended transportation requires careful preparation. Our packing services page describes options that may apply to your shipment.
Organize belongings room by room, number and label cartons, wrap furniture, and prepare fragile and moisture-sensitive items for longer transit. Photograph valuable belongings and retain important documents with you rather than in the shipment.
Electronics, specialty items, and belongings requiring temporary storage may need additional review. Discuss preparation requirements with your coordinator before packing begins.
- Inventory organization and room-by-room sorting
- Box numbering and destination labeling
- Furniture wrapping and padding
- Fragile-item preparation
- Moisture-sensitive belongings packed separately
- Electronics prepared and documented
- Photographs or condition records for valuable items
- Important documents retained by the customer
- Items requiring specialized review identified early
- Packing for temporary storage when applicable
See our packing services page for available preparation options View packing services.
Compliance
Items to Keep With You and Restricted Belongings
Certain belongings should travel with you rather than in the shipment. Restrictions also vary by country, provider, and contract — verify rules with customs authorities and your moving coordinator.
Keep with you
- Passports and identification
- Immigration and visa documents
- Prescription medication and medical records
- Financial records and payment cards
- Keys and access credentials
- Essential electronics and chargers
- Travel documents and tickets
- Irreplaceable personal items
- Jewelry and high-value personal effects
- Items needed immediately upon arrival
Restricted or prohibited (verify first)
- Flammable products and pressurized containers
- Chemicals and hazardous materials
- Weapons or ammunition
- Alcohol and controlled substances
- Food, plants, and seeds
- Medication requiring special authorization
- Batteries and aerosols
- Perishable goods and animal products
- Currency and negotiable instruments
- High-value items requiring declared coverage
Destination and storage
Destination Delivery and Storage Planning
Destination delivery requires confirmed contact information, customs-release status where applicable, verified delivery address, and review of building access, parking, elevator reservations, and local access limitations.
Destination delivery
Delivery crews or destination providers may be separate from origin services depending on the route and agreement. Discuss unpacking options, debris removal if available, and final inventory review with your coordinator before delivery day.
Storage during an international move
Storage coordination may be useful during closing-date gaps, temporary housing, customs or documentation delays, renovation, phased relocation, delayed destination access, business transition, or downsizing.
Availability, access, facility features, handling requirements, and terms must be confirmed for your shipment.
Pricing
International Moving Cost Factors
International moving estimates reflect the specific route, shipment, and services involved. Final pricing depends on the inventory review and written agreement.
- Origin and destination locations
- Shipment volume or weight
- Packing requirements
- Transportation method and provider charges
- Origin access and handling
- Destination access and handling
- Specialty items
- Storage requirements
- Customs-related handling
- Port, terminal, inspection, or destination services
- Additional handling or crating
- Time of year and service level
- Third-party provider charges
Coverage and risk information
Available valuation or coverage options, exclusions, claims procedures, and provider responsibilities should be reviewed in the applicable written documents before the move. Options and terms may differ between origin services, transportation providers, and destination providers.
Planning guide
International Moving Checklist
Use this checklist as a planning reference. Timelines vary by route, destination requirements, and service availability.
Early planning
- Review destination country requirements
- Create a household inventory
- Identify important documents to retain
- Decide what to move, sell, donate, or store
- Confirm housing and access information
Before packing
- Confirm the service scope in writing
- Review restricted and prohibited items
- Separate travel essentials from the shipment
- Photograph important belongings
- Update the inventory with your coordinator
Before transportation
- Verify contact details at origin and destination
- Confirm document requirements for the route
- Review the written estimate
- Review included and excluded services
- Confirm destination contacts and access
Before delivery
- Confirm destination access and parking
- Verify delivery contact information
- Prepare for customs or provider communications
- Reserve elevators or parking when required
- Plan for inventory review at delivery
Destinations
Countries and Destination Guides
Credo Enterprise maintains destination guides for select international routes. Each guide covers planning considerations, documentation topics, and realistic timing for moves from the United States.
Moving to Canada
Cross-border household moves with customs-aware packing, BSF-ready inventory lists, and origin pickup from major U.S. corridors.
Plan a move to Canada →Moving to Mexico
U.S. to Mexico household moves with menaje de casa coordination, bonded border crossings, and end-to-end tracking to your new home.
Plan a move to Mexico →
See additional destination guides on the international countries hub. Service availability and routing must be confirmed for your specific origin and destination.
FAQ
Questions about international moving
Estimates reflect origin and destination locations, shipment size, packing needs, transportation options, access at both addresses, specialty items, storage requirements, and third-party provider charges. A detailed inventory review helps determine scope. Final pricing should be confirmed in the written estimate and service agreement.
Share origin and destination addresses or cities, preferred dates, estimated shipment size, packing and storage needs, building access details, and any specialty items. The more detail you provide, the more accurately we can discuss available options for your route.
Planning timelines vary by route, season, and destination requirements. Starting several weeks to a few months ahead is common for international relocations, but availability and documentation needs should be confirmed for your specific move.
Documentation depends on the origin, destination, citizenship or residency status, and shipment contents. Customers may need identification, passport information, visa or residency documents, inventory lists, proof of destination address, and destination-specific customs forms. Verify current requirements with the relevant government authorities.
Customs authorities in the destination country determine entry requirements, duties, inspections, and clearance. Customers should confirm immigration and customs rules with the destination country's customs authority, embassy, or consulate.
Duties, taxes, and government fees are typically separate from moving charges unless specifically stated in the written agreement. Review which charges are included and excluded before confirming your move.
Transit estimates depend on the route, transportation method, provider schedules, customs processing, and destination access. Estimates are not guaranteed delivery dates and may change due to factors outside the moving company's control.
Partial or full packing may be available depending on the shipment and route. Discuss packing scope when requesting an estimate. See our packing services page for preparation options.
Storage coordination may be available when timing gaps exist between origin departure and destination access. Availability, features, and terms must be confirmed for your shipment.
Restrictions vary by country, provider, and shipment method. Common categories requiring confirmation include hazardous materials, weapons, certain food and plant products, and items restricted by customs authorities. Verify rules with your coordinator and applicable government authorities.
Destination delivery is planned after transportation and any required customs processing. Confirm delivery contacts, building access, parking, and elevator reservations in advance. Destination services may be performed by local providers depending on the route.
Customs authorities may inspect shipments and processing times vary. Delays due to inspections, documentation issues, or government decisions are outside the moving company's control. Stay in contact with your coordinator and respond promptly to any provider requests.
Start Planning Your International Move
Tell us where you are moving, what needs to be transported, and which services you may need. We will review the details and discuss available options for your route.
