Shipping and Removals in Vancouver


shipping to vancouverExpats moving to Canada should make sure that the Customs form is filled out and returned before arriving in the country. This is essentially an inventory of what items will be brought into the nation.

It is highly recommended to investigate which moving company to use. Canada has a fantastic resource in the form of the Canadian Association of Movers (CAM) which is a place to find out about history and legitimacy of the chosen removal company.

It is important to keep all the documentation received. Items such as invoices and carrier arrival notices are often needed to track and reclaim goods. For items like motor vehicles, road worthiness certificates are worth hanging onto. It may be required to have the vehicles reassessed on arrival so as to conform to local safety standards.
 
It is the owners responsibility to make sure that the required documentation is in order

Expect to provide up to three years of veterinary records and certification for the shipping of pets.

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