Frank, The move went smoothly and we received our things after 6 or 7 weeks

From: Suzanne Haddon [mailto:info@
Sent: Monday, September 20, 2010 9:22 PM
To: Frank
Subject: Re: Move to Cannonvale, Australia from Seattle, Washington 09-01-011-08

Hello Frank,
The move went smoothly and we received our things after 6 or 7 weeks. We were quite happy with the move and how things were handled. Well done!
Cheers,
Suzanne

Suzanne M Haddon
Rooland Design

I can’t thank you enough

From: Nada Manthorpe [mailto:nadamanthorpe@]
Sent: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 6:18 PM
To: Intl Movers
Subject: 10-09-018-16 AZ to Australia

Thanks you so much, i would really appreciate it as I am on the road again tomorrow to where I actually live, it a 10 hours car drive from here through rural Australia and I will be again out of contact, I don’t see that I could do much over the weekend either.

Sorry about all this its been a bit of nightmare with me but you people have been wonderful and I can’t thank you enough.

Nada Manthorpe

Moving from USA to Australia

MOVING TO AUSTRALIA

If you are Moving to Australia or Shipping to Australia, IntlMOVE have the Best Rates for Shipping Household Goods to Australia.

This is an informational source regarding customs and immigration regulations; bus, train and metro routes for people looking to Move Iinternationally to Australia, and general information for people who are already in Australia, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.

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Customs Information
Required Documents Australian Visa Original B534 Unaccompanied Effects Form Photocopy of each page of the shipper’s passport Authority to Act form A descriptive inventory More on Moving to Australia…	General Regulations Shipments of household goods and personal effects are allowed duty free entry, provided that they have been owned and used by the shipper for at least twelve (12) months prior to importation. Goods may be cleared before the client arrives in the country provided that all of the necessary, correctly completed documents are in order. More on Moving to Australia…	Restricted & Forbidden Items Food Fruit boxes Plants or parts of plants, soil, seeds, dried flowers and the like Firearms, weapons, ammunition, explosives and some types of martial arts weapons. Radio transmitters, citizen band radios, cordless telephones More on Moving to Australia…	Pets Strict regulations and quarantine apply Length of quarantine will depend upon the type of animal and country of origin Proof of inoculation More on Moving to Australia…
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Moving to Australia and Shipping Household Goods

 

 

 

  

This information is prepared by IntlMOVE for IntlMOVE’s customers Moving to Australia and Shipping Household Goods and or Personal Effects from USA to Australia.

If you are moving to Australia  and plan to ship your household goods and  personal effects, there are customs regulations in Australia you need to consider .
Below are Australia’s rules and regulations regarding the importation of used household goods and personal belongings

• All shippers (excluding Australian and New Zealand citizens) are required to have a visa to gain entry and to import household goods shipments to Australia
• A customs form B534 Unaccompanied Effects Form is required for all household goods shipments to be imported to Australia. This form can be obtained from the destination agent or downloaded at www.customs.gov.au
• The agent can clear the household goods shipment if the shipper is not in the Australia, provided the form B534 is complete and there are no dutiable items with the household goods  shipment
• The B534 must be the original as completed by the client. Australian Customs will not accept faxed or photocopied forms. Australian Customs will also ask for a photocopy of each page of the client’s passport
• An Authority to Act form must be completed by the client to authorize clearance on their behalf
• Owner packed goods require a list of contents from the owner
• A descriptive inventory (English) is required.
• Any receipts for goods not owned and used for at least 12 months

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS FOR IMPORTING HOUSEHOLD GOODS TO AUSTRALIA

Shipments of household goods and personal effects are allowed duty free entry, provided that they have been owned and used by the shipper for at least twelve (12) months prior to importation. Household Goods may be cleared before the client arrives in Australia provided that all of the necessary, correctly completed documents are in order As of July 1, 2002, the Australian Customs Service (ACS) began implementing a new cargo reporting and clearance system. This system now requires forwarders and importers to electronically report all incoming cargo to the ACS at least 24 hours prior to the Vessel or aircraft arrival at an Australian port. This cargo report must contain the name and residential address of the owner/receiver of the cargo. It is acceptable for this address to be shown as a hotel, serviced apartment or the contact address of a friend, relative or place of employment. It is not acceptable to send no address or notations such as TBA, will advise, etc. No household goods  shipment will be dispatched from port of departure to an Australian port of entry until an address as such is advised to IntlMove, Inc.

All costs associated with the delay in advising IntlMove, Inc. with a contact address in Australia will be passed back to the responsible party or are to the owner’s account.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Food:
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables (do not use fruit boxes to pack items, they are prohibited)
  • Grains such as popcorn (popped and unpopped), barley, beans, seeds, etc.
  • All meat and dairy products
• Plants or parts of plants, soil, seeds, dried flowers and the like
  • Ensure that ALL soil is PROPERLY washed off garden implements or shoes/boots, all grass/soil is removed from lawnmowers and bicycles, vacuum cleaner bags are disposed of, Christmas decorations do NOT contain any pine cones, pieces of bark, branches, or any leaves (i.e. parts of any plant)
• Most animals including wildlife and endangered species, animal products (such as ivory, skins, feathers, bones, shells and the like or products made from these items) or animal equipment and biological specimens
• If above items in shipment, shipment will be seized by Customs for identification
• Medications and narcotic drugs (letter from doctor must state that medication is required for Customer’s treatment, and it has been supplied on prescription)
• Firearms, weapons, ammunition, explosives and some types of martial arts weapons
  • Firearms are subject to severe restrictions
  • Weapons will undergo safety check
  • All firearms will be held by Customs upon arrival and held in “Queens Bond” pending approval by the Police Department for a “Shooters License”
• Radio transmitters, citizen band radios, cordless telephones (must be approved by the Department of Transport and Communication)
• If above items in shipment, shipment will be seized by Customs for safety checking
• Importation of any prohibited item without the necessary Australian Import Permit, may result in $50,000 to $100,000 fines and a jail term of 5-10 years

Any alcohol brought into Australia must be declared and is subject to duty/GST. Charges are calculated on the following -

• Value of each bottle
• Percentage of alcohol content
• Volume

Each bottle of alcohol needs to be listed, and have the above noted, on a separate inventory sheet

MOTOR VEHICLES

The importation of motor vehicles into Australia is strictly controlled and there are no duty/GST free concessions available. This means that all motor vehicles, including motorcycles, will be subject to duty and/or GST which will be calculated on the value of the vehicle. In addition, high value vehicles will attract a Luxury Car Tax. There are also strict regulations for the registration of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, for road use in Australia

All vehicles must comply with Australian Design Regulations which, in almost every case, will require modification to be undertaken to the vehicle to bring it up to the required standard. It is possible that in some instances a vehicle may not be able to be modified, or alternatively may require extensive modification so as to allow registration.

All such modifications must be undertaken and certified by an accredited Australian automotive engineer and can be a very costly undertaking which often results in an uneconomical situation arising in preparing a vehicle for road use.

• Customer must be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or a person who has applied to become an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident
• Customer must have owned and used the auto for at least twelve months prior to import
• The applicant is of an age that entitles him or her to hold a license or permit to drive a road vehicle
• The applicant undertakes to comply with any requirements as to road safety that are imposed in respect of the vehicle by the Administrator of Vehicle Standards
• Customer has not imported a road vehicle owned by him or her within the year ending on the day on which the vehicle in respect of which the application is made is landed in Australia
• All vehicles intended to be imported, including motor vehicles, motorcycles, caravans, trailers etc. must have an individual “Vehicle Import Approval” prior to their arrival in Australia
• An ‘Application For Vehicle Import Approval’ must be lodged with the Vehicle Safety Standards office in Canberra, prior to the arrival of the vehicle in Australia. This action must be undertaken as early as possible as motor vehicles are unable to be cleared until an approved application has been obtained
• The owner or spouse must produce the documents listed below and complete a B357 Form (Statement for Vehicle Imported by a Passenger)
• Documents Required:
  • Bill of Sale
  • Certificate of Steam Cleaning
  • Current Passport (previous passport required together with current, if current passport has been issued after purchase of vehicle)
  • Import Permit (will not be granted to Customers who are on a temporary visa)
  • Original Purchase and Registration Papers (showing purchase price and purchase date)
  • Receipts for any modifications to the vehicle which would add value to the purchase price
  • Insurance Policy
  • Drivers License
  • Service records and log books
  • Car Condition Report
  • Authorization from Federal Office of Road Safety
  • Clearance from the Australian Quarantine Service
• The Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) inspects all vehicles on arrival, and requires them to be properly cleaned. This is usually effected by steam cleaning. The customer should remove all soil and any other matter from your vehicle (including and especially the underside) prior to its exportation
• Further information on Australian Quarantine Inspection Service can be located on their website at www.affa.gov.au and select the “Quarantine and Inspection” option
• CUSTOMER MUST BE IN AUSTRALIA FOR AUTO CLEARANCE TO AVOID BONDED STORAGE CHARGES AND DEMURRAGE
• LEFT-HAND DRIVEN VEHICLES SUBJECT TO TEMPORARY PERMIT FROM DEPARTMENT OF ROAD SAFETY
• Further information relating to the current Customs clearance and valuation process and the applicable Customs Duty, GST and Luxury Car Tax rates can be located on the Australian Customs Service web site at www.customs.gov.au

PETS

• Strict regulations and quarantine apply (quarantine space very limited)
• Length of quarantine will depend upon the type of animal and country of origin
• Proof of inoculation
• Must obtain an Import Permit from the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
• Birds prohibited

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 Australia and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove 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.

Vicki: I GREATLY appreciate all that she has gone out of her way to do for me

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From: Vicki
Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 7:22 PM
To: ops@inlmove.com
Subject: FW: Marine-Insurance 09-03-015-30

to whom it may concern:
I wanted to write and let it be known that Gloria has been the most kind and compassionate I have ever dealt with.  I know she has gone way beyond the duty and time limit that is ordinar just to help me when I’m going through such a very rough time in my life. I want you to know what an asset she is to your company and how fortunte ou are to have her there. I have made so many mistakes figuring the numbers- living in a hotel for 2 weeks have made it difficult on me to get this all done, while continuing to work and make this move, but she has made it as easy as possible on me and I GREATLY appreciate all that she has gone out of her way to do for me. You are one lucky company to have such a gifted and talented employee who really cares for your customers. Please thank her for me one more time and should the need ever arise, I would like Gloria to handle everything for me, as she has been absolutely wonderful to me.
Vicki G.

The Movers performed a fantastic move

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From: T., David
Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2008 12:05 PM
To: Administration
Subject: RE: 08-11-002-07

Thanks. I will be leaving for the airport in 3 hours. The Movers come last Sat 8th November, and they performed a fantastic move and were very happy with them.
David

Todd: Thank you for your expediency in this matter

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From: todd p.
Sent: Monday, October 27, 2008 8:20 PM
To: Operations
Subject: Re: 08-07-053-31 – Tracking Info

Thank you for your expediency in this matter. You can definitely use me as a reference if you wish

Thanks again, Todd M P. World Handcycle champion

Joel moved to Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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From: Joel M.
Sent:  Thursday, May 04, 2006 9:03 PM
To:  eric@intlmove.com
Subject: Re: FW: FW: Shipment to Joel M. Shipton in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Eric, It is about 9 p.m. on the 4th of May here, which makes it 11 a.m. on the 5th in Brisbane. I am most happy to report to you and thank you on both Moya’s and my behalf; that the furniture has been delivered to her in tack!!!! And thank you so very much for following through on this and seeing it to its conclusion!  We really appreciate your involvement. Be well and have a nice weekend.
Regards and thanks to all! Joel

Kathryn: You have been most responsive

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From: arielinc
Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2006 9:48 AM
To: eric@intlmove.com
Subject: RE: Quote for your move overseas.

Thank you, Eric…the stats will remain the same.  You have been most responsive and is the reason I’ve chosen to go forward with your company. Forward this to your manager…worthwhile.
Kathryn

Marilyn: your customer service has been great

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From: Marilyn A.
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 2:52 PM
To: gloria@intlmove.com
Subject: RE: #07-01-013-19 Insurance

Thanks for everything Gloria. It really has been a pleasure working with you on our move. I really appreciate everything and your customer service has been great. Thank you. Marilyn