The way to go<\/p>\n
JAKARTA (JP): No rush, no tears and no sweat. And forget the
\nvoices of doom because moving is actually a great adventure.<\/p>\n
It is a chance to see another part of the world and it will be
\nan experience you will always remember.<\/p>\n
And the move itself? Nothing to it, provided you do a little
\nplanning.<\/p>\n
According to FIDI, the world's leading organization for
\nindependent international movers, don't try to do it all at once.<\/p>\n
The important part is picking the right mover.<\/p>\n
The moving company staff should not only look professional and
\nwell-trained, but must be specialists in the moving of household
\ngoods who understand how to prepare furniture for shipping to a
\nforeign climate, dismantle a barometer, pack a painting with a
\ndelicate frame and can make sure the family pet arrives in its
\nnew country safe and sound.<\/p>\n
The following FIDI's questions and answers might guide you in
\nmaking the right moves before moving.<\/p>\n
When should I call the moving firms to make a survey of my
\ngoods?<\/p>\n
At least six to eight weeks before you move.<\/p>\n
How long do they need for the survey?<\/p>\n
Usually no more than an hour.<\/p>\n
What are my responsibilities?<\/p>\n
* give the same brief to all moving companies bidding for the
\nmove.<\/p>\n
* be present during the packing of your belongings.<\/p>\n
* take personal responsibility for jewelry or other valuable
\nitems.<\/p>\n
* check and sign the inventory of your belongings.<\/p>\n
* ensure no prohibited items are packed. Ask for a customs
\nadvice sheet.<\/p>\n
So what can or can't I take with me?<\/p>\n
Take the time to discuss this with your mover, who will have
\nthe customs regulations of your country of destination. Generally
\nspeaking, dispose of all flammable items, liquids, foods and
\nother items that should not be shipped. Perishable items should
\nnot be shipped. Think carefully about electrical goods such as
\nrefrigerators and cookers and the like. They may not work at the
\ncountry of destination, or worse still, may attract heavy duty.<\/p>\n
But what about my car?<\/p>\n
In some countries, the import duty on cars is so crippling,
\nyou may not want to even think about importing one. Others may
\nhave special regulations regarding emission controls or even
\nrigorous steam cleaning requirements. Please check with your
\nmover.<\/p>\n
And my dog?<\/p>\n
Plan this well in advance. Most moving companies use a
\nspecialist firm to handle this kind of work, as air travel is
\noften distressing for pets. However, thousands of animals travel
\nhappily all over the world, but often it is quarantine
\nregulations that cause the real problem. Every country has its
\nown regulations regarding the importation of pets (and this is
\nespecially true of birds such as parrots), so discuss
\narrangements well in advance.<\/p>\n
Anything that is definitely a no-go?<\/p>\n
Well, mainly those things you might have expected -- drugs,
\nalcohol (sometimes even valuable wine collections are banned),
\nweapons, ammunition and pornography. And when we say pornography,
\nin some countries, typical newsstand 'girlie' magazines are
\nconsidered porn.<\/p>\n
What if I do the packing myself?<\/p>\n
Why not? But be aware of the potential problems. For instance,
\ninsurance companies will not insure goods packed by their owner.
\nAlso, customs officials will almost certainly target goods that
\nyou have packed. If you really must pack some of your goods,
\nleave the carton unsealed so that the packing crew can inspect
\nthe contents and annotate the inventory accordingly.<\/p>\n
But how long will it take if I use the professionals?<\/p>\n
Every home is different, but for 2,000 square feet (185 square
\nmeters) of household effects, between two and three days are
\nneeded for packing. This is based on a crew of three or four
\npersons. If timing is important, discuss a program with the
\nmover.<\/p>\n
I don't really need to insure, do I?<\/p>\n
Only if you are very brave. A professional mover will use
\nsophisticated packing materials and experienced crew to prepare
\nyour goods for their trip. This journey may be covering thousands
\nof miles, and experiencing different weather conditions, wide
\nvariations of temperature and several forms of handling. The
\nforces of nature and physics that a shipment has to undergo are
\nunimaginable unless you've seen a freight ship go through an
\nAtlantic swell with 60 feet (18 meters) waves washing over its
\ncargo of shipping containers. Insurance seems the bargain of a
\nlifetime in retrospect as you survey the remains of a much-loved
\ndinner service.<\/p>\n
What kind of insurance should I take out?<\/p>\n
Discuss it in detail with the mover. You really need a policy
\nthat gives you full replacement costs. Make sure you get a
\ncomprehensive cover based on your inventory.<\/p>\n
How long is this journey going to take?<\/p>\n
Probably longer than you think. If you use air freight, allow
\nup to 14 days door-to-door. If you are talking about remote
\nareas, it will take longer. By sea, it depends where you are
\ngoing.<\/p>\n
And when it arrives, what then?<\/p>\n
The destination agent chosen by your mover will contact you as
\nsoon as your shipment arrives. The company will clear it through
\ncustoms, sort out the paperwork and arrange delivery to your new
\nhome. You may be expected to be present when your shipment is
\ninspected by customs officials. As soon as you arrive at your
\ncountry of destination, contact the appointed agent and make
\ndelivery arrangements. The one thing you can't do is go off on
\nholiday and leave your shipment on the quayside. The cost of
\ndemurrage will remove your holiday tan in a split second! (bsr)<\/p>",
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