Moving outside of the United States is not uncommon for many people living in the Houston area. Often people working in the oil and gas industry or those working in the technology, research or financial sectors in the city work with multinational corporations with offices in many different countries around the world.
Typically, these companies will offer services through a corporate relocation program. The international moving companies completing these services are carefully vetted to ensure they have the ability, capacity and the experienced move coordinators to navigate this often challenging experience.
However, other people in Houston may be arranging the services of international moving companies on their own. If you are moving out the United States to Canada, to South America or to other countries around the world, look for a mover with extensive international moving experience and expertise.
Assistance with Documentation
In addition to just handling the logistics of moving the contents of your household across the world, international moving companies will also be instrumental in making sure you have the right documents to get through customs. Depending on where you are going it can be a complex process.
Not having the right documents can delay delivery and you will be responsible for paying for customs warehousing of your items, something that can be hundreds of dollars with even just a few days of storage.
Qualified Movers at the Destination
Another factor to consider is the ability of the mover in Houston to coordinate with a moving company in your destination country and location. The top international moves have affiliated moving services throughout the world, providing the same level of professionalism and customer service you will have with the mover in Houston.
Not all moving companies provide international relocation services. Be sure to ask how many international moves the company has completed and if they have moved to your destination country before hiring.
