Moving overseas? Shipping your personal effects through a freight forwarding company such as Universal Cargo Management can be an economical and efficient way to move your goods. Whether shipping via ocean or air, import or export we have an extensive network of shippers and truckers and our staff of experts can help find you affordable rates to fit your timeline. UCM can handle all aspects of your move from pick-up to delivery.
UCM can assist you in moving items that are too big for UPS, FED EX domestic or international.
WHY CHOOSE UCM FOR SHIPPING HOUSEHOLD GOODS?
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Advantages of Shipping with UCM...
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What We DON'T Do...
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| Specialized in International Shipping |
Domestic Only Moving. If you only need to move between states domestically your best bet is to choose a moving company who specializes in this. We can ship your Household Goods Internationally.
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| 25+ Years of Shipping Experience |
Packing and Loading. We deliver an empty container to your location and the packing and loading is left up to you. This provides you with the flexibility to choose the best packing and loading methods to fit your needs. Be aware of proper loading practices as customs may examine your container if an X-Ray exam shows improper loading. Refer to our Container Loading Guidelines for help. |
| Licensed and Bonded with Direct Contact to Ocean Carriers |
Use Middlemen. UCM is license and bonded and has long standing contracts and contacts with Ocean Carriers and other service providers. We do not contract out your shipment to other parties. Your information stays here and we ship the goods directly with the carriers. |
| Full Container Load (FCL) Ocean Shipping for Safety and Security |
Household Goods Boxes and/or Packages. Our expertise allows us to quickly, safely, and efficiently ship household goods via Ocean FCL. If you would like to ship a few boxes and/or packages please consider our Express4Air or Air Cargo options. |
| Express4Air Door to Door HHG Shipping with 3-7 Day Transit Time All Around the World |
Ocean Shipment of Household Goods Boxes and/or Packages. We are sorry that we cannot service ocean shipment of household goods in boxes and/or packages at this time. |
| Automobile, Motorcycle, and Other Vehicle Shipping |
Forget the Specifics. Vehicle shipping can come with extra details to worry about. Our experience allows us to remember required details like Title Validation, Drain and Disconnect (fluids and battery), and the option of Roll On, Roll Off (RoRo) or FCL with or without Household Goods. We pretty much do it all on this end. |
| Customs Experience and Advice |
Misinform or Neglect to Mention. With years of experience we strive to present as much information prior to shipping. If we do not have the answer to your customs questions we always encourage you to contact the US Embassy in the destination country. |
| Marine Insurance or Cargo Insurance |
Underestimate the Importance of Your Personal Effects. Freak accidents can happen on the ocean or in the air. A small premium can help to protect your personal effects. All Risk Insurance is available for professionally packed Household Goods. Non-professionally packed Household Goods are open to limited insurance options only. Ask us about your Options. |
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Items include:
• Full Households Containers
• Automobile/Motorcycle
• Personal Effects + Automobile
While the prices will be cheaper, there are a few differences between shipping your goods through a freight forwarding company rather than an international moving company. A few of the main differences are:
- It will be entirely your responsibility to safely and securely pack your goods. Should you need a reference for such service we can assist you.
- Loading is also your responsibility and our staff can not help you with loading into the container. You should pre-arrange man power to assist you with these.
- International moving companies that provide these two services usually charge SIGNIFICANT money for them. Our rates are usually 30-50% cheaper than their rates saving you up $1500+ per shipment.
Please review our Guide for Shipping Household Goods and Personal Effects for more detailed information.
UCM is experienced in working with first time shippers and we can advise you on necessary paperwork, customs, and packing recommendations related to your move. UCM is licensed fully licensed and accredited by the “Federal Maritime Commission” (FMC). If this is your first time using a Freight Forwarding Company please check out our Household Shipping Guide. For more information about shipping and custom regulations by country please review the links on the left side of the page.
Request a free quote online or call 866-826-2276!
Please have the dimensions and weight of your cargo so we can provide you with the most accurate quote.