Moving To Hong Kong

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Customs Regulations for Hong Kong

Copy of valid passport (identification pages only)
Original Bill of Lading (OBL) / Air Waybill (AWB)
Detailed inventory
Shipper’s full contact details in Hong Kong (address, telephone number, email address, etc.)

When moving to Hong Kong, the customer will be faced with various regulations to abide by to successfully clear Customs with a household goods shipment:

All household goods and personal effects can be imported duty free (Hong Kong is a duty-free port, but can carry various restrictions on certain items)
Customers should contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, particularly for sea/air shipment differences

In Hong Kong, some articles may not be allowed for importation. These items include, but may not be limited to:

Narcotics and other illegal drugs
Firearms, explosives and ammunition
Knives and deadly weapons
Controlled chemicals
Meat and poultry
Rough diamonds
Counterfeit goods
Pornographic material

Some articles may have restricted quantities or require special authorization/ payments of duties and taxes to clear Customs in Hong Kong.
These items include, but are not limited to:

Plants and plant products (license is required)
Weapons and ammunition (special license issued by Hong Kong Police Department is required)
Alcohol (detailed list including the quantity and CIF value required):
- Liquors/spirits with an alcohol percentage of more than 30 percent – 100 percent duty is charged
- Liquors/spirits and wine with an alcohol percentage of below 30 percent – rated zero for duty
- Wine is duty free
Tobacco– if passenger is 18 years old or older, he or she may import the following limited quantities:
- 19 cigarettes
- 1 cigar, or 25 grams
- 25 grams loose tobacco

Customers moving to Hong Kong may import their vehicles provided they meet the following criteria (Please note taxes for importation are high to discourage import of personal vehicles. It is highly recommended that the customer receive an estimate of the cost before shipping):

Certificate of Registration must be submitted to Marine Department for application of import permit within 24 hours from arrival of effects
Left-hand drive cars cannot be imported
All vehicles are subject to strict inspection and high taxes upon first registration

The customer will need the following documents:

Original vehicle documentation
Original purchase invoice
Certificate of Insurance
Certificate of Registration (if shipping a boat, the registration must show boat dimensions)
Import Declaration

When importing a pet to Hong Kong, the requirements/documents needed are as follows:

Health and Vaccination Certificate required from origin country
Import Permit
Quarantine is not required for dogs imported directly from the United Kingdom

NOTE – Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International sea & air shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

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How International Sea & Air can help for moving to Hong Kong

To start, one of our trained moving specialists will provide a one-on-one consultation with you, thoroughly outlining your moving options based on certain criteria, such as:

Your moving timeline. When do you need to be in Hong Kong?
Your real estate plans. Will you be renting or buying?
Your family/household size. Will you be moving alone or with your family? For business or personal reasons?
Cubic feet estimate. How large is your shipment?

What Will Moving to Hong Kong Cost?

For an accurate estimate of your shipment size, you should schedule a home survey as early as possible for your move to Hong Kong. Our moving specialists will assess your belongings to give you the best estimate possible to expedite your relocation.

The cost of moving to Hong Kong will vary considerably based on the cubic footage of your belongings and your proposed destination arrival time.

Don’t forget to ask about our overseas packing and custom crating services, too!

About Hong Kong

The region of Hong Kong, otherwise known as Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, sits on the southern coast of China, surrounded by the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea. The region is known for a deep natural harbor and a densely populated area – over 7 million people call Hong Kong home.

Blending ancient cultures and tradition with modern industry, you can find Taoist temples and European colonial history right next to each other among dense construction — towering sky scrapers (over 7,600) and high-rises, showcasing international contemporary architecture that caters to the high population. Over 90 percent of Hong Kong residents are of Chinese decent, followed by a small percentage of people from India, Pakistan, Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines.

Just after London and New York City, Hong Kong is the third most important international financial center characterized by low taxes and free trade. Hong Kong is not only a world city, but one of the Alpha + cities, and ranks as the fifth most important city in the world (Global cities index 2014).

Ready for your international move to Hong Kong? First, get prepared by learning about what you’ll need to clear Customs!