They packed my place for my international move and made sure to wrap everything. They took serial numbers for everything and were quick.
David Lehman · Salt Lake City, UT · Google
International moving
International Moving
Moving overseas from Colorado or Utah? We pack and ship your household goods.
Bailey's Moving & Storage packs and ships your household goods overseas by ocean or air as an Allied Van Lines agent. International moves are priced by Allied International.
- 4.75 average from 3,599 reviews
- Allied Van Lines agent since 1954
- US DOT 4205683
- CO PUC HHG-00739
- Since 1952
Quick answer
- PricePriced by Allied International. The faster you need your things and the more you ship, the more it costs.
- OptionsFull container, shared container or air.
- TransitMost places in the world in about 4 to 8 weeks. Some destinations, such as Brazil, can take up to 12 weeks to clear.
- PackingOur crew must pack international moves. You cannot pack your own boxes.
- CarsWe can ship your car too, through a third party we coordinate.
How does an international move work?
From the survey in your home to delivery in your new country.
Survey
In your home is best; virtual works too. Your estimator lists what is moving and checks access and where the truck can park.
Quote
Your move is priced by Allied International, based on what you ship, how you ship it and how fast it needs to arrive.
Export packing
Our crew packs everything. International moves cannot include boxes you packed yourself.
Ocean or air
Your goods go by full container, shared container or air. Ocean is cheaper and takes weeks; air is faster, typically days, and costs more.
Customs
Customs paperwork is filed ahead of time. You provide the documents, and what is needed varies by country. You usually do not need to be there: if a representative is needed at customs, our in-country mover from the Allied International network sends one.
Delivery
The mover who collects your shipment from the port usually delivers it. They should reassemble your things and take the debris away, and they may unpack. Services vary by country and company, so your estimator confirms what is available.
Watch: international moving with Bailey's Moving & Storage
How much does an international move cost?
International moves are priced by Allied International. Rates change with ocean container rates and customs fees, so the total depends on your move. Compare total cost, not a single rate.
- Speed
- The faster you need your things, the more it costs. Air takes days; ocean can take several weeks but costs much less.
- How much you ship
- The more you ship, the more it costs. A shared container can make sense for smaller shipments; a full container for a whole home.
- Destination
- Most places can be reached in about 4 to 8 weeks; some destinations take longer to clear customs.
- Prevailing rates
- Ocean container rates and customs fees change, and the quote reflects current rates.
- Protection
- Protection on international moves is valuation-based and priced separately. It can change a lot with the risks of the countries involved.
Why not ship it yourself?
We don't recommend it. An international move means preparing customs documents, securing space on a container ship or arranging air transport, and knowing what each country will and won't allow. That takes years of experience. Bailey's Moving & Storage has moved customers and projects all over the world, with a long history of international moves with Allied International.
What do international customers say?
Public reviews from real customers that mention an international move.
Freddie and Austin were amazing. The first crew assigned to pack our belongings called in sick and these gentleman went out of their way to make sure we were taken care of. They were prompt and professional, courteous and kind throughout the process. They took great care packing our belongings and making sure we were comfortable. I can’t recommend them enough! This was a stressful part of our international move and they made it feel easy and handled everything quickly and with great care. Thank you Freddie and Austin!
Tai Ellis · Salt Lake City, UT · Google
Bailey’s Moving and Storage in Denver, Co., handled our international move from Denver, Co., to Kelowna, BC, Canada, with efficiency, speed and professionalism. The team from our sales rep, to the admin staff, to the crew in both countries, had excellent customer service. The crew were well organized, respectful, and treated our goods with care. Highly recommend!
Tracy Smith · Denver, CO · Google
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Where do international moves start?
From our five offices in Colorado and Utah. Pick yours for crews, scheduling and local details.
Bailey's Workplace For business
Relocating employees overseas?
For businesses: office moves, FF&E delivery, storage and project logistics from Bailey's Workplace.
Bailey's Moving & Storage is an Allied Van Lines agent. International moves are priced by Allied International.
International moving questions
Short answers first, with a link when there is more to read.
How long does an international move take?
Most places in the world can be reached in about 4 to 8 weeks, but it varies with conditions. Some destinations, such as Brazil, can take up to 12 weeks to clear. Air is faster, typically days.
Read: international moving FAQHow is an international move priced?
By Allied International, based on current ocean container rates, customs fees and your move. It costs more the faster you need your things and the more you ship.
Read: keeping international moving costs manageableShould I ship by sea or air?
Ocean shipping is much cheaper but can take several weeks. Air is faster, typically days, and costs more. We offer full container, shared container and air.
Can I pack my own boxes?
No. International moves must be packed by our crew.
Can you ship my car overseas?
Yes. Cars are shipped through a third party, and Bailey's Moving & Storage coordinates and arranges it for you.
Can you store my things before they ship?
Yes. We have our own temperature-controlled warehouses in Denver, Salt Lake, Grand Junction, Colorado Springs and Utah County, and we can deliver from storage anywhere in the world.
StorageDo I need to be there for customs?
Usually not. Customs paperwork is filed ahead of time with documents you provide, and the documents needed vary by country. If a representative is needed on site, our in-country mover from the Allied International network sends one.
What can't I ship?
Explosives and corrosives, almost anywhere. Beyond that, every country has its own list of prohibited items, and some can surprise you. Some items are allowed but slow to clear customs, so it is better to leave them out. We give you the list for your destination, based on current experience there.
Get pricing
Get pricing for your international move
Tell us where you're going and when you need your things there. Your estimator surveys your home, and Allied International prices the shipment.
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