Moving To South Africa
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Customs Regulations for South Africa
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 Shipping can help for moving to South Africa
At International Sea & Air Shipping, our trained moving specialists will advise you and oversee your entire international move to South Africa. We offer a variety of shipping services to meet your needs:
- Your moving timeline. When do you need to be in South Africa? Should you ship your goods via air or sea freight?
- Your real estate plans. Will you be renting or buying a home?
- Your fragile items. Do you require packing or custom crating services?
- Your family/household size. Are you moving alone or with family? For business or personal reasons?
- Your cubic feet estimate. How large is your shipment?
How Much Does a Move to South Africa Cost?
One of the most important factors every customer considers when planning a move is cost. While the price of your overseas move to South Africa will depend on a variety of factors, you can schedule a free in-home estimate today with International Sea & Air Shipping. One of our trained moving specialists will visit your home to assess your goods, determine the cubic footage of your shipment, and answer all of your questions. You will then receive a free quote for international goods shipping and the overseas moving services you require.
We will calculate your costs based on your shipment’s cubic footage, your shipment method (air vs. sea freight) your required services (packing and custom crating), and other factors.
About South Africa
The Republic of South Africa is located on the southern tip of the African continent, sharing borders with Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Swaziland. Lesotho is an enclave surrounded by South Africa on all sides.
South Africa is a distinctive country, with a total 11 officially recognized languages. While 79.5 percent of residents are from Black African ancestry, the country is racially and culturally diverse.
South Africa is a top tourist destination with abundant natural attractions (such as the Great Escarpment and the Cape Fold Mountains), stunning landscapes, exotic wildlife, comfortable weather and world class facilities. Some of the top cities where travelers can experience exciting nightlife and other entertainment include Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban.
South Africa has a middle-income, emerging market economy with a stock exchange that is the eighteenth-largest in the world. South Africa is a member of BRICS along with Brazil, Russia, India and China. The country’s major trading partners are China, US, Japan, Germany, UK, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, and Iran.
Moving to South Africa from the U.S.
Are you planning an international relocation to South Africa? Shipping your personal belongings and household goods overseas requires plenty of advance planning and preparation – so don’t wait!
When relocating overseas, you’ll need the assistance of professional and trustworthy international movers to move your precious belongings without damage or mishap, so you can focus on the more important parts of your move – starting a new life in your new home country!
If you are moving to South Africa, International Sea & Air Shipping is here to help you with every aspect of your overseas relocation.