Planning - Organizing Your Moving		International Moving Glossary
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Shipping Restricted Items		FAC
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• • When should I contact QuickCargo Group to begin coordinating
my move?
Time is essential to properly prepare an international move. The longer you take to plan, the better we coordinate all the details, such as obtaining the necessary documentation, contact our agent on arrival, arrange transportation, make reservations, set dates for packing, stowage. etc.
It is important to establish dates in packing time for us to meet the agreed dates.

• • What to send in an international move?
Basically all their belongings, clothes, books, shoes, appliances, furniture, etc.. Restricted articles depend on the laws of each country. Usually not recommended to bring: food or perishable goods or goods that are inflammable or dangerous. View items restricted.
If in doubt contact us, QuickCargo Group can provide the information you need by contacting our agent at destination, who will provide the latest information on requirements for importation.

• • Who will provide services on arrival?

QuickCargo Group works with a worldwide  network carefully selected. Our agents will offer services in the country of destination you need.
This service usually includes customs clearance at the port or airport on arrival, transportation to your residence, download. There are other services like unpacking (of furniture), arrangement of furniture and removal of empty packing material.
Normal services do not include delivery in second homes, delivery up of a second floor, handling of heavy objects like pianos or safes, delivery on Saturdays or Sundays, overtime, furniture assembly, third party services, parking permits, blasting, carries (and stairs). If you need any of these services please inform us in advance so that they can include in our quote.

• • Will there be additional costs at destination?

The costs of a normal moving door to door are included in our quote. However, there may be additional costs, depending on many circumstances: such as access to his residence, lack of documentation, parking permits, delays and storage, taxes and duties, customs inspections, etc.. These costs can not be calculated and therefore are not included in our quote.
Please check with QuickCargo Group with respect to this information.

• • How to calculate the volume of my move?

The movings are calculated in cubic meters or weight. For this we recommend, as far as possible, reduce the volume of each object / disassembling furniture.
In our removal quotation find an easy and convenient way to calculate the volume of your move, we recommend completing the form and QuickCargo Group calculated the volume for you.

• • Can I do the packaging myself?

Due to provisions of insurance, we recommend that you DO NOT pack yourself. Any object that is not properly packed for us, is not covered by insurance. In addition, security measures have increased in all ports worldwide, so the practice of PBO (Pack by Owner) is not advisable, since it is very probable that the customs authorities want to open the packaging to inspect cargo . If you choose to pack, only we can offer a total loss insurance, or have to get their own insurance and is at your own risk.

• • How should I pack my move?

Once realized the first contact, received the quote form or concreted the first visit to estimate the volume and main features will be sending it shortly, via email, in a personalized way.

• • When should I contact QUICKCARGO Group for a quote?

International Trade operations are recommended to work as early as possible
Six weeks before move-in date is a good time for advisers go home to complete visual inspection of the goods to be transported. Add even more time to make a decision if you must submit budgets for approval by others. Try to decide which moving company you will choose at least 01 months before the day of loading. Call the mover to confirm your reservation and plan your packing, loading and delivery date.

• • What happens when an adviser to QuickCargo Group comes to my home?

Our consultant will visit you personally in your home to complete visual inspection of the goods to be transported. Once this is completed, calculate the weight, cost of packing and other charges related to your move.
Remember that the assessor must see clearly the items you're moving to give an exact quote. Confined spaces, attics and cluttered closets can be deceiving, so organize your house before the consultant arrives.
Do not be alarmed if the consultant goes through their closets and closets or looks under beds etc. This is done to see the items you're moving and possibly needs packing. If you are aware that there are items that are out of sight, be sure to point them out. If there are items you intend to discard, also let them know the counselor.

• • What is a binding estimate?

A binding estimate is one that specifies in advance the precise cost of the move based on the services required or estimated to be required at the time of the budget. If additional services are needed at the origin or destination, the total cost increase.

• • What is a non-binding estimate?

A non-binding estimate will charge you according to the weight of its cargo and the actual cost of the services are performed. You still must pass through the estimation process to determine what it may cost the transportation of your cargo.

• • How do you calculate the cost of transportation?

Sea or air fares are based on the weight of its cargo or volume, whichever is higher among these 02 concepts and the kilometrage or sea freight / air. This is called the transportation charges. A variety of different charges that may appear on your budget, so be sure to ask your advisor to explain each item of the charges. Some of the additional charges that may appear include packing boxes, valuation or coverage, charges for oversized items and extra labor. Again, make sure you understand these charges so that we can compare the quote you receive.

• • How about my car?

QuickCargo Group can transport your vehicle basically anywhere around the world and most of the time we can bring his / her car / cars, with the rest of their belongings in the trailer or container. If this is not possible, seek an alternative method.

• • What are the forms and methods of payment?

The provisions of maritime and air companies, ports, agents at destination, etc. require that all charges be paid before the removal originally charged. Payments can be made by cash, check or transfer. What is most convenient for you. Just make sure you have all these issues resolved before packing and loading.

• • What is a service order?

The service order is a written detail of the services you hired in connection with your shipment. Detailed list of the agreed dates for pickup and delivery of their cargo, and the amount of valuation together with any special services and / or additional ordered by you as well as a location and telephone number where the mover can contact during the move.

• • What is the mode of transportation is more convenient to move?

Airfreight / Excess Baggage: This may be a good option if you decide to carry the essentials. Even provide the service of accompanying luggage, this option is as simple as ship your merchandise on the same flight. They should contact the airline company to learn about its regulations.

Consolidated shipments (LCL): A consolidated or shared container is the cheapest way to transport your move by sea. Only pay for the volume / weight you carry, saving unnecessary costs if it does not require a full container.

Full sea containers (FCL): If you have enough volume to fill a container or want to pick a vehicle, can be found on our website the different types of containers and choose the one that best suits your needs.

• • That is a bill of lading?

It is the implementation of the contract of carriage of goods by water and as such, proves its existence, its conditions, to pay the freight and in general the obligations of the parties. It also serves as 'receipt' of the goods on board.
The bill of lading is a document that proves ownership of property and contract with your mover for transportation. The driver who loads your property must give a copy of bill of lading. It is your responsibility to read and understand the information contained in the bill of lading before signing.


• • What is an inventory?

The international moving inventory is a detailed list and valued of all items in the shipment and their condition at the time of receipt by the removal company. Make sure everything in the inventory is correct.