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Moving to Asia from NZ

Are you planning a relocation from New Zealand to Asia? NZ Van Lines provide premium moving and storage services to all major destinations in Asia from NZ. With our unwavering commitment to excellence and a legacy of seamless relocation services we are your trusted moving partner.

Move to Asia with New Zealand’s Premier Moving Company

We have consistently delivered quality removal services to our customer making the move to popular destinations in Asia such as: China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam and everywhere in between since 1986.

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Moving with NZ Van Lines

More than 35 years’ experience in moving families to Asia

Thanks to more than 35 years’ experience we’re proud to able to provide a seamless door-to-door service. When you move overseas with New Zealand Van Lines, a dedicated moving consultant will assist you with your international move every step of the way. Co-ordinating the packing and uplift, container loading, voyage, export and importation documentation, container unloading and delivery to your new Asian residence.

Our accredited international packers, who also move the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra (NZSO) and Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB) will pack your belongings to the highest standard. Therefore you know you’re in safe hands. Of course we know moving to Asia is not just about furniture, we can also help with providing additional moving services including movers insurance, vehicle shipping, pet relocations and more.

International Shipping to Asia

If you are considering a move to Asia we will provide a seamless door-to-door process. As New Zealand’s biggest volume international mover you can be assured that NZ Van Lines has the best shipping options to all major ports including Chennai, Shanghai, Singapore, Busan and Hong Kong. 

Air Freight

Air Freight shipments are generally needed when there are specific personal effects required, within a short time frame. Many customers will have a smaller air freight shipment arriving in advance of their sea freight. 

This is a popular option for customers moving into longer term transit accommodation while they wait for their primary shipment, or self-employed workers setting up their home office.

Sea Freight Sole-Use Container

Sole-use 20’ or 40’ shipping containers are most often used for complete house loads, and can include additional items e.g. motor vehicles. 

They are the most efficient and quickest option for a direct door-to-door service. 

Sea Freight Shared Container

Shared or Groupage Containers are a popular choice, often being used for small shipments or when two to three households of personal effects can be consolidated into the same container. 

A shared container is very cost effective, as you only pay for the space you use. They are especially popular with less time sensitive customers.

Our Services

International Packing

As New Zealand’s premium worldwide moving and storage company, our removals and packing team are the best in the industry. Our professional moving staff are trained to international packing standards, and have years of experience in export wrapping and packing, stowing, storing, and moving household goods. We will pack everything using materials that are specifically designed to protect your household effects in transit. 

Inventory

NZ Van Lines will prepare a detailed inventory of all your items prior to loading; numbering, describing and labelling each item. This document key to ensuring the safe transit of your effects as it is checked and cross-checked while your shipment progresses from uplift through to delivery.

Loading and Transport

Your consignment will be loaded into a secured shipping container for shipment by sea or a customised airfreight container for transportation to the Asia. NZ Van Lines will transport the consignment to the departure port / terminal.

Vehicles / Boats

Cars, motorbikes, trailers, boats etc. are received at our depot for loading, unless collection has been requested. A vehicle condition report will be completed upon arrival at our facility.

Vehicles will be secured in the container; in some instances these will be framed within the container when loaded along with household effects. Motorbikes will have custom built crates.

Documentation

NZ Van Lines will prepare all the export documentation and arrange outward Customs clearance procedures, and manage payments of freight, port or terminal charges at origin and destination.

Clearance

We will manage the clearance of the shipment, excluding Customs duties or taxes or any subsequent treatments ordered as a result of inspection.

Delivery

Your household effects will be safely transported from the port of arrival to your residence. Please note this will be via store to meet local Customs and Quarantine inspection and clearance requirements.

Vehicles will be collected from our partners facility, alternatively delivery can be arranged.

Unpacking

All items will be placed in the appropriate rooms in your new residence, furniture items disassembled by NZ Van Lines will be reassembled.

Items will be unwrapped and placed on a flat surface such as a bench top or table top. 

We will assist with the removal of waste packing materials following delivery.

NZ Van Lines Movers Insurance

Moving from one location to another involves navigating many challenges, and one of them is concern for the safe transport of your household goods and personal effects.

NZ Van Lines provide a complete range of marine transit insurance options, while your possessions are under our care. You will have full protection for damages, partial or total loss, from the moment our packers arrive at your home, until you take delivery and are unpacked, at your destination.

Secure storage solutions

NZ Van Lines provides a broad range of storage solutions for both short and long-term requirements. We can assist with secure and affordable options in either New Zealand or Asia before or after your household goods are shipped to the Asia.

our standards and accrediations

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FIDI is the world’s largest global alliance of international moving and relocation companies, with members in over 100 countries. All FIDI affiliated companies have one thing in common: their high level of quality service – and we prove it.

IAMTrusted Moving Company designation

IAM (The International Association of Movers) is the moving and forwarding industry’s largest global trade association. With more than 2,000 members, it comprises companies that provide moving, forwarding, shipping and logistics in over 170 countries.

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OMNI (Overseas Moving Network International) is a network of the world’s finest corporate moving and relocation companies operating on every continent. Represented worldwide by companies that have demonstrated the excellence of their service, market influence, financial security and innovation.

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NZOMA (New Zealand Overseas Movers Association) is a national organisation for members who are quality accredited with a global industry specific standard, whose objectives include delivering high professional, financial, ethical, operational standards, and leadership for the New Zealand international moving industry.

Popular asiaN destinations

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MOVING TO SINGAPORE

Singapore is a popular destination for expats from around the world. It offers a high standard of living and a multicultural environment.

NZ Van Lines have been moving individuals and families to Singapore for more than 35 years.

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Moving to Asia from New Zealand

MOVING TO HONG KONG

Hong Kong, a bustling metropolis known for its dynamic business environment and stunning skyline, Hong Kong is a top choice for those seeking career opportunities and an exciting urban lifestyle.

Planning a relocation to Hong Kong? Let NZ Van Lines can help you plan and manage your move there.

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