Are you planning on moving to the Philippines from South Florida? International living can be a great way to spend the days but requires some know-how when it comes to moving abroad.
Aragon Movers South Florida is a leader in both the local and long-distance specialty moves necessary to make your journey abroad possible. To help you prepare for your new life in Southeast Asia, we’ve prepared this useful information to help you with life abroad and moving your household goods.
How much does it cost to move to the Philippines?
| Service | Price Range (Approx.) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| LCL- Small Move | $2,500 – $4,500 | Includes packing, transport, and delivery. |
| 20 FT Contianer- Medium Move (2-3 Bedrooms) | $7,900 – $12,900 | Comprehensive service for mid-sized households. |
| 40 FT Container-Large Move (4+ Bedrooms) | $10,200 – $15,000+ | Ideal for larger families with full packing. |
| Packing Services | $90 – $800 | Professional packing materials and labor. |
| Furniture Assembly/Disassembly | Incleded | Expert handling for all types of furniture. |
| Special Items (Pianos, Artwork) | $100 – $600 | Secure transport for fragile or valuable items. |
| Storage Services | $150 – $500/month | Safe and secure storage options available. |
Move to the Philippines Required Documents
As a part of our efforts to be the go-to name for international moving, we are a proud member of the International Association of Movers. We service over 170 countries worldwide and have done so successfully for decades. Here is some of the information you need to know before moving your household goods:
Documents Required
- Original of passport
- Sea waybill / air waybill
- Inventory list in English
- Copy of visa
Specific Information
- All incoming shipments are subject to the payment of duties and taxes, except for the following duly approved visas, stamped on the original passport and ACR I CARD:
- Holders of 9G, 13G, 13A, 9D, 47A2, SRRV, EO 226 visa – owners of the goods are entitled a full tax exemption; the application for the exemption should be submitted to the Department of Finance. The shipment must arrive before 90 days of the latest arrival on the passport.
- Diplomatic shipments are fully tax-exempt.
- Embassies and diplomatic organizations must apply for any tax exemption from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).
- Returning Philippine passport holders with 13E Visa (Returning residents) who were Permanent residents abroad / OFW.
- Depending on length of stay abroad:
- Less than 5 years = Php 150,000/BL
- More than 5 years = Php 250,000/BL
- More than 10 years = Php 350,000 /BL
- Incoming shipments of household goods are subject to 100% customs examination, x-ray / scanning except for diplomatic shipments.
- For air shipments, Customs clearance with a direct payment of duties takes 3 – 5 working days from the date of arrival of the shipment.
Moving to the Philippines with Aragon Movers
Understanding and abiding by foreign policies can make international moves a real hassle. That’s why it’s better to lean on a moving company you can trust to help you along the way. We’ll get you started with an obligation free in-home estimate, and discuss everything it will take to get you situated with your new life abroad.
For all other questions and information about the next steps in your journey, give us a call at 877-921-5678.
