Importing Personal Effects into Europe.
There are 44 Countries and 4 other dependencies in Europe. With all of them having their own unique customs regulations, we pride ourselves on having the expertise and knowledge to customs clear and deliver to all of Europe.
What You Need to Know About Moving to Europe from Singapore
After assessing the budget and timeline for your Europe relocation services, we will recommend the most suitable mode of transport. Our services in Singapore currently offer the following relocation service options throughout Europe:
- Air freight Express
- Groupage / Shared Shipments
- LCL Shipping
- FCL Shipping
AIR FREIGHT
Fastest mode of shipping but also the one that costs the most. Generally, an airfreight shipment is picked up, crated, and put on an aircraft within 48 hours of packing. Transit time is less than a day, but customs and quarantine clearances at destination may take up to 4 days.
GROUPAGE SHIPPING
Groupage shipping from Singapore is by far the cheapest way to ship smaller shipments (below half a 20ft Container) to Europe. Shipments are packed and held in our warehouse until we fill up a container bound for Europe. Typically the waiting time in Singapore can range from 4-8 weeks. This is for shipments that are not urgent in nature. Some of our customers use this option to ship the bulk of their goods, and then book a very small Air freight shipment to ensure their essentials get there on time.
LCL – LESS THAN CONTAINER LOAD SHIPMENTS
An LCL service is usually quoted when you do not have enough volume to fill a reasonable amount of space in a 20ft Container, and you do not have the time to wait for us to fill up a groupage container. After packing is done in Singapore, your cargo will be sent to our freight forwarder, who has a weekly sailing schedule for moving to Germany or moving to the Netherlands. LCL Shipping is economical for small shipments that are too urgent to be held for groupage shipments, but are not time sensitive enough to be sent via Air Freight. This, by our assessment, is the 2nd most expensive way to ship freight from Singapore
FCL – FULL CONTAINER LOAD SHIPMENTS
FCL Shipments are the most economical mode once you have more than half a 20ft container worth of goods. This is because we book the whole container for your goods, there are no freight forwarders involved in the process. There is no additional handling to be done – i.e. The container will be trucked to and loaded at your residence at Origin. It will then be sealed and shipped out. The next time you see it, it will be at your residence at your destination (if access permits). This is unlike LCL shipping, where containers need to get consolidated at origin and deconsolidated at destination, and often involves more transport.
Strict Import Laws in Europe
Europe relocation has strict and diverse import laws, and there are some items that you simply cannot bring into most European countries. Moving your valuables servies from Singapore requires specific requirements and can be a hassle when you just want the process to be over with as soon as possible.
If you want to skip the hassle and move to countries such as Germany , Switzerland, and Germany from Singapore, CM Relocations can help you. Our consultants and agents will guide you through the entire move, from start to finish. Put your trust in our company, and relocation is as easy as processing a few papers and overseeing the move.
As a professional moving country that has seen it all, We can adapt to any situation and get your items from Singapore to a diverse list of European countries from Germany to England and Switzerland. With our expertise, a team of expert-packers, and our moving team—CM Relocations is here to help you!
Items to be declared for Import
- Electrical Appliances/Electronics.
- New items, new furniture, presents and souvenirs.
- Antiques and works of art.
- Firearms and weapons.
- Alcoholic Beverages.
- Coffee and Tea.
- Foodstuff.
- Tobacco Products.
Items that you should not bring to Europe
When moving to Europe from Singapore, there are a few items that you can’t bring on board because of strict shipping regulations. Because of Europe’s strict customs regulations, bringing these items can cause problems that will delay the arrival of your personal belongings for a long time!
These items include illegal drugs, cordless electronics, animal fur, skin, tusks, or ivory. Also, it is restricted to bring subversive material such as pornography, unmarked audiovisual electronics; endangered flora or fauna species or items made from them; and items protected by the 1973 Washington Convention.
Having any of these items in your baggage will lead to problems in customs or can put you behind bars. If you don’t have any of these in your items, rest assured that CM Relocation can make your moving process smooth and seamless because we have one of the best europe relocation services in Singapore
- Narcotics/illegal drugs of any kind
- Pornography and subversive material
- Cordless electronics and walkie- talkies
- Audiovisual electronics not marked CE
- Items protected by the 1973 Washington Convention (CITES)
- Endangered flora and fauna species and products made from them
- Animal skins, furs, tusks, ivory
Countries that we specialized in relocation
Moving to Switzerland from Singapore
One of the best reasons to move to Switzerland is that they have one of the world’s best healthcare systems and health insurance. Their healthcare is also second to none, so you don’t have to worry about getting sick in Switzerland. It also has some of the world’s top international schools.
However, living and moving to Switzerland can be complicated, especially with the Swiss bureaucracy and strict customs. There are biases against foreigners and expats, especially when finding a job or housing. Finding accommodation in Switzerland is also one of the daunting tasks when relocating to Switzerland. So, Fret not, because moving to Switzerland from Singapore can still be seamless with the help of CM Relocations!
Firstly, you have to be offered a job there. Although the average cost of living in Switzerland is relatively high, the wages for the jobs available in the country can easily cover it, and then some. Though the price can vary based on where you want to move in the country, on average, it should cost between $1100 and $3,450.
Our agents can manage most of the legal procedures and paperwork you need to move to Switzerland from Singapore successfully. To speed up the process, please ensure that you have these documents available in advance:
- A passport and valid visa.
- An inventory list for your items in English, German, French, or Italian.
- A copy of your bill of lading (OBL) / CMR (Road) / or airway bill (AWB).
- The purchase contract of your property (property title).
- Letter of employment.
- Registration at local Swiss town hall.
Although this list of documents is quite exhaustive, please remember that this is to ensure that your relocation is smooth and hassle-free in the future. This list can vary based on where you’re from, so make sure to inform our agents beforehand so that they can give you a more accurate list of the documents that you need to prepare!
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Moving to Netherlands from Singapore
Moving to the Netherlands can be easy or a major hassle, depending on the visa you’re opting for and your country of origin. Despite the pros of the country like the great roads, awesome public transportation, and the magnificent outdoors, the number of steps that it takes for you to move in will vary.
Despite the high cost of living, racism, and housing problems, moving to the Netherlands has loads of benefits. With a thriving entrepreneurial scene, amazing education system, good social security, and high standard of living—the Netherlands will certainly be a huge upgrade for you. There really aren’t any downsides to moving to the Netherlands besides the gray weather, meticulous visa processing, and cold climate.
However, living and moving to Switzerland can be complicated, especially with the Swiss bureaucracy and strict customs. There are biases against foreigners and expats, especially when finding a job or housing. Finding accommodation in Switzerland is also one of the daunting tasks when relocating to Switzerland. So, Fret not, because moving to Switzerland from Singapore can still be seamless with the help of CM Relocations!
Successfully relocating to the Netherlands doesn’t have to be complicated; with the help of CM Relocations, we ensure that most of the heavy lifting and complicated processes will be dealt with seamlessly. Moving your belongings and finding accommodation is easy with the help of our expert moving team and well-trained packers. So, come to us for a free consultation on how we can help you!
Moving to Germany from Singapore
German efficiency is no joke, so if you’re one of the lucky expats who meet their strict requirements to move to their country, your process will be done swiftly. However, moving to Germany is not all sunshine and rainbows.
The difficulty of moving to Germany from Singapore depends on the work permit, healthcare requirements, and finding a property that suits you. However, all of this is worth it when considering the number of benefits you get by moving to this country. From the highly efficient healthcare system to the high standards of living and low cost of living, moving to Germany is an opportunity of a lifetime.
Dealing with the paperwork and luggage on your own can be a huge hassle, especially if you aren’t familiar with any of the local moving companies in Germany. However, with the help of CM Relocations, moving your precious items and processing the documents for them is a piece of cake! Come to us for a free consultation on how we can help you!