Full Household International Moves
For families relocating from Chicago homes or suburban properties who need to ship furniture, appliances, and personal belongings overseas.
International Movers in Chicago
Moving overseas from Chicago? We’ll help you plan the move and get your belongings from Illinois to your new home abroad.
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Chicago and suburbs
From Chicago To Your New Home
Moving abroad from Chicago means planning around your household, destination, and preferred moving date. Whether you’re leaving a downtown apartment, a family home in Evanston or Oak Park, or a larger suburban property in Naperville or Schaumburg, your shipment needs to fit your specific relocation.
We provide international moving services from Chicago for individuals, families, and professionals relocating overseas. From shipping a few essential belongings to moving the contents of an entire household, we can tailor your moving plan with packing, ocean or air freight, storage, customs coordination, and delivery to your new home abroad.
One coordinated move
Chicago pickup, international freight and overseas delivery.
- 600+ global agents Worldwide destination support
- Door-to-door care From collection to final delivery
- Sea and air options Solutions for different timelines
Everything your move needs
International Moving Services for Chicago Homes and Suburbs
Every international move from Chicago comes with different requirements depending on your household size, destination and timeline. We offer flexible moving services for customers across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, helping you choose the right combination of shipping, packing and delivery options for your relocation.
Shared-Container Shipping for Smaller Moves
For individuals, students and smaller households that don’t need an entire shipping container for their belongings.
Dedicated Container Shipping
For customers moving the contents of a larger home who need a dedicated container for their international household shipment.
Air Freight for Time-Sensitive Belongings
For customers who need essential items to arrive sooner or are shipping a smaller quantity of belongings to their overseas destination.
Professional Packing and Custom Crating
For households that need help preparing furniture, fragile belongings, artwork, antiques, and other specialty items for international transportation.
Vehicle Shipping, Storage and Delivery
For customers who need to transport a car overseas, store belongings between move-out and move-in dates, or coordinate delivery from their Chicago residence to their new home abroad.
From home to destination
How Your International Move Works
A clear, coordinated process keeps every stage visible and helps reduce uncertainty throughout your relocation.
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Request a Quote
Share your route, timing and move size.
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Complete a Survey
Review inventory and special items.
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Build Your Plan
Choose services and coverage.
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Pack & Collect
Prepare and load belongings securely.
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Ship & Clear Customs
Coordinate freight and paperwork.
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Deliver to Your Home
Complete final or inside delivery.
Plan your budget
International Moving Costs From Chicago to Popular Destinations
International moving costs from Chicago depend on the size of your household, the volume of belongings you’re shipping (measured in cubic feet), your destination, and whether you’re shipping furnished or unfurnished spaces. We arrange international moving services from Chicago to destinations worldwide, with pricing tailored to each shipment.
The cost ranges below are estimates for popular overseas destinations and are intended as a general guide. For pricing based on your specific belongings, destination, and moving requirements, contact us for a customized quote.
Unfurnished Homes (Base vs. With Full Packing +20%)
| Destination Country | Cubic Feet (CF) | Base Price Range (USD) | With Full Packing (+20%) |
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| United Kingdom | 200 – 800 CF | $3,400 – $8,600 | $4,080 – $10,320 |
| Germany | 200 – 800 CF | $4,100 – $9,100 | $4,920 – $10,920 |
| Australia | 200 – 800 CF | $4,000 – $9,400 | $4,800 – $11,280 |
| Japan | 200 – 800 CF | $3,900 – $8,700 | $4,680 – $10,440 |
| France | 200 – 800 CF | $3,900 – $9,600 | $4,680 – $11,520 |
| Italy | 200 – 800 CF | $4,200 – $9,700 | $5,040 – $11,640 |
| Spain | 200 – 800 CF | $3,900 – $9,400 | $4,680 – $11,280 |
Furnished Homes (Base vs. With Full Packing +20%)
| Destination Country | Cubic Feet (CF) | Base Price Range (USD) | With Full Packing (+20%) |
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| United Kingdom | 600 – 2,500 CF | $6,400 – $12,900 | $7,680 – $15,480 |
| Germany | 600 – 2,500 CF | $7,300 – $15,000 | $8,760 – $18,000 |
| Australia | 600 – 2,500 CF | $6,700 – $16,300 | $8,040 – $19,560 |
| Japan | 600 – 2,500 CF | $7,000 – $14,800 | $8,400 – $17,760 |
| France | 600 – 2,500 CF | $7,600 – $13,800 | $9,120 – $16,560 |
| Italy | 600 – 2,500 CF | $8,100 – $16,300 | $9,720 – $19,560 |
| Spain | 600 – 2,500 CF | $7,000 – $16,800 | $8,400 – $20,160 |
Beyond the shipment
Customs Clearance and International Storage
We coordinate customs documentation and clearance requirements at your destination, helping prepare your shipment for import and delivery. If your Chicago move-out date doesn’t align with your overseas move-in date, we can also arrange short- or long-term storage until your belongings are ready to continue their journey.
Marine Insurance and Shipment Tracking
- Protecting your belongings is another important part of an international move. We offer marine insurance options for eligible shipments, subject to policy terms and conditions, and can provide shipment updates and tracking information to help you stay informed as your belongings travel from Chicago to your new home abroad.
Experienced support matters
Why Choose Us for Your International Move From Chicago?
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Direct Support From Our Own Moving Teams
We use our own U.S. packing teams rather than relying on outside contractors or third-party moving companies. This gives us greater control over the preparation of your belongings before they begin their international journey.
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A Moving Plan Built Around Your Household
Whether you’re leaving a Chicago high-rise, moving from a suburban family home or shipping only selected belongings, we tailor the services to your property, shipment size, destination and timeline.
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Clear, Customized Pricing
International moving costs vary considerably between shipments. We provide customized quotes based on your actual requirements, helping you understand the services included and make informed decisions before booking.
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Responsive Planning and Coordination
We aim to respond to quote requests within 24 hours, so you can move forward with planning your packing, pickup and international shipment. We also coordinate the major stages of your relocation to help keep the process organized from origin through destination delivery.
600+
Partner agents worldwide supporting international moves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide international moving services throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs?
Yes. We arrange international household moves throughout Chicago and nearby communities, including Evanston, Oak Park, Naperville and Schaumburg. Your pickup arrangements are based on your specific address, property access and shipment requirements.
Can you move our belongings overseas if we're leaving a Chicago apartment or high-rise?
Yes. We can arrange international moves from apartments, condominiums, high-rises and single-family homes. Let us know about elevator reservations, loading areas, building restrictions and other access requirements so we can plan your pickup accordingly.
How far in advance should we book an international move from Chicago?
We recommend contacting us several weeks before your preferred moving date to allow time for a survey, packing arrangements, documentation and freight scheduling. During Chicago’s winter months, allowing some flexibility around your pickup date can also be helpful if weather affects local moving conditions.
Can we ship only a portion of our household from Chicago?
Yes. You don’t need to move an entire household to use our international moving services. Depending on your shipment size and destination, we can arrange shared-container shipping for selected furniture, boxes and personal belongings, or discuss air freight for items you need sooner.
What information do you need to prepare an international moving quote from Chicago?
We’ll need your Chicago-area pickup location, destination country and city, approximate shipment size, preferred moving date and the services you require. Please also mention any vehicles, specialty items, storage needs or unusual pickup requirements so we can prepare a quote that reflects your actual move.
Continue planning your relocation
Popular International Moving Destinations
Explore country-specific information about shipping, customs and preparing for your new destination.
Ready to Plan Your International Move From Chicago?
Whether you’re relocating across the Atlantic, moving your family overseas, or taking a few essential belongings to your next destination, we’ll help you put the details in place. Tell us where you’re moving, what you’re shipping and when you plan to leave, and we’ll build a moving plan around your needs. Request your free international moving quote today and receive a response within 24 hours.