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Move to New York — door-to-door shipping of personal belongings from Europe & the UK
Pickup from your apartment, professional packing/crating if needed, ocean or air, customs support (CBP 3299), and insured delivery to your NYC address.
- Door-to-door from any EU/UK city to the NYC metro
- Sea (LCL/FCL) and air options with flexible timelines
- CBP 3299 guidance and import handling
- Apartment pickup/delivery, stairs & lift options
Trusted EU/UK→USA routes · Licensed carriers · All-Risk insurance available
Indicative prices shown below; final quote depends on volume, access, packing, and customs requirements.
Your move, made simple
Transparent pricing, clear timelines, and expert customs support for New York arrivals.
Quick price & timeline snapshot (guide)
Benchmarks for EU/UK → New York personal effects. Final pricing depends on volume, access, packing, customs, and seasonality.
Door-to-door shipping options
Choose the service that fits your volume, budget, and timing. We handle pickup, export, main carriage, import coordination, and final delivery.
LCL (Groupage)
Best value for smaller moves with flexible timelines.
- Ideal for ~1–15 m³
- Consolidated departures to NYC area
- Inventory & CBP 3299 guidance included
FCL (20’ / 40’)
Your own container for faster handling and maximum control.
- Best for ~20–30+ m³ or whole-home moves
- Direct loading at origin where possible
- Priority discharge and quicker availability
Air freight
Fastest door-to-door for urgent or high-value items.
- Typical weight 100–300 kg+ (volumetric may apply)
- Consolidated or back-to-back options
- Airport security and packing guidance
Notes: guide pricing is indicative and excludes unusual access, special packing/hoisting, or peak-season surcharges. Final quote depends on your exact origin, volume, and service choices.
US customs made simple (CBP Form 3299)
Moving personal effects to the USA is usually duty-free when you qualify. We guide you through CBP Form 3299 and the documents you need.
What is CBP Form 3299?
CBP 3299 is the “Declaration for Free Entry of Unaccompanied Articles.” It’s used to clear household goods and personal effects that arrive separately from you.
You will typically need:
- Passport copy and US contact details (address & phone)
- US entry status/arrival info (visa/I-94 where applicable)
- Detailed inventory in English (room-by-room is best)
- Ownership/use statement for personal, non-commercial items
- If using insurance or special items: values and descriptions
This is a practical guide, not legal advice. US Customs may request additional documents.
Downloads & checklist
Open the popup and get everything in one place:
Files will be provided in the popup and by email after your quote request.
Estimated transit times — EU/UK → New York
Typical door-to-door timelines. Your exact ETA depends on origin city, seasonality, consolidation windows, and building access.
LCL (Groupage)
- Pickup & origin handling: 3–7 days
- Consolidation window: 4–14 days
- Ocean transit: 12–19 days
- US import & final delivery: 3–7 days
FCL (20’ / 40’)
- Direct loading & origin handling: 2–5 days
- Ocean transit: 10–16 days
- US import & final delivery: 3–7 days
Air freight
- Booking & security screening: 1–2 days
- Flight time: 1–3 days
- US import clearance: 1–2 days
- Final delivery: 1–2 days
Notes: timelines are indicative. Weather, port congestion, exams, and special access can add time. We’ll confirm a live schedule with your quote.
Guide price bands — EU/UK → New York (door-to-door)
Use these ranges as a planning guide. Exact pricing depends on origin city, access (stairs/elevator), packing/crating, seasonality, and customs handling.
LCL (Groupage)
Best for smaller moves with flexible timelines.
FCL (20’ / 40’)
Your own container for faster handling and control.
Air freight
Fastest door-to-door for urgent or high-value items.
*Volumetric weight may apply; final rate varies by airports, season, and security screening.
Get my air pricePrices are indicative and exclude VAT/sales tax where applicable. Access fees (stairs/long carry), special packing/crating, storage, duty/taxes on restricted items, or peak-season surcharges may apply. We confirm a live quote in the popup form.
Cost of living essentials — New York City
Quick, practical ranges to help you plan the first months after your move. Figures vary by borough, season, and building.
Rent (1-bed)
- Manhattan: high premium; elevator/co-op rules common
- Brooklyn: mid–high; popular in Williamsburg/Park Slope
- Queens: mid; good value in Astoria/LIC
MTA fares
Subway/bus base fare and 7-/30-day passes are widely used; OMNY tap-to-pay is standard.
- Most newcomers choose the 30-day unlimited during the first months
- Yellow cabs & rideshare surge at peak hours
Typical monthly bills
- Electricity, gas, water: varies by building & season
- Internet (fiber/cable): widely available in most neighborhoods
- Mobile plan: eSIM options on arrival
Everyday items
Prices vary between local delis, chains, and warehouse clubs.
- Best value: weekly specials & bulk buys
- Specialty stores carry imported brands
Move-in & deposits
- First month + security deposit typical
- Application/credit check fees possible
- Some buildings require a COI for delivery
Gyms & services
- City gyms from budget to boutique studios
- Household services: laundry, cleaners, storage lockers
Figures are indicative and change frequently. Ask us for today’s ranges and a tailored budget for your origin, borough, and move-in date. We’ll include this with your shipping quote.
Packing & protection — get it right from day one
Choose DIY with our checklist or book professional packing/crating. Proper prep reduces damage risk and speeds up customs.
Essentials checklist
- Use double-walled boxes; max ~20–25 kg per box
- “H-taping” on all seams; label each box with room + contents
- Wrap fragile items individually; fill voids to avoid movement
- Furniture: corner protectors + stretch wrap; remove loose parts
- Palletizing: stable base, even stack, strap + wrap; add “Do Not Stack” cones if needed
What not to ship
- Hazardous goods (paints, solvents, fireworks, gas cylinders)
- Perishables and open food/drink; alcohol/tobacco need special handling
- Soil, plants, seeds; items with biological contamination
- Cash, precious stones, weapons, replicas, or restricted electronics
- Lithium batteries by air: must follow airline/ICAO rules
Insurance overview
All-Risk cover available based on your declared value and packing method. We’ll provide clauses and a claim guide.
Notes: improper packing may limit insurance coverage. Tell us about fragile, high-value, or oversized items in the popup so we can recommend the right materials or custom crating.
Customer stories — EU/UK to New York
Real-world examples to show volumes, service types, and door-to-door timing. Get a similar plan for your move.
Berlin → Manhattan
- Volume: 8 m³ personal effects
- Access: apartment with elevator
- Customs: CBP 3299 (duty-free)
- Door-to-door timing: 6.5 weeks
London → Brooklyn (20’)
- Volume: ~24 m³ (furniture + boxes)
- Access: kerb-to-kerb load, apartment delivery
- Customs: CBP 3299 (duty-free)
- Door-to-door timing: 5.5 weeks
Milan → Queens
- Weight/volume: 220 kg (volumetric checked)
- Packing: professional boxing for fragile items
- Customs: CBP 3299 + itemized values
- Door-to-door timing: 7 days
Frequently asked questions — EU/UK → New York
Short, practical answers. Tap any question below — or open the quote popup for an exact plan.
Answers above are general guidance and may change with regulations, seasonality, and building policies. We’ll confirm specifics for your move in the popup.
Ready to move to New York?
Door-to-door from any EU/UK city, sea (LCL/FCL) or air, customs support (CBP 3299), and insured delivery to your NYC address.
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