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Moving To India

Since 1964, Transworld Relocation has been providing international relocation services around the world. We were the first company to offer a one-stop "door-to-door" moving experience. From personalized quotes, professional packing, local and international storage, and insurance, to seamless delivery, we handle all your needs whether you're planning a local move or relocating abroad. Our goal is to provide you with a stress-free moving experience.

Popular Destinations in India

Delhi

Mumbai

Chennai

Shipping Method

Full Container

Full container refers to renting an entire container, with options of 20-foot or 40-foot containers. A 20-foot container holds about 1,000 cubic feet, accommodating approximately 200 medium-sized boxes. Clients who choose this service do not need to wait for shared containers, making the shipping schedule more flexible. On the day of packing and pickup, we will bring the container to your door, load it, seal it, and deliver it to the port. The container will then be delivered to your new home in India. This service is ideal for families with large quantities of belongings or furniture.

Pallet

A pallet is used to consolidate scattered goods onto a platform for transportation, requiring a forklift to move, which effectively reduces the risk of damage and improves moving efficiency.

Customers can request their items to be palletized before loading into the container and unpacked at the destination. However, since the pallet itself adds volume and cost, this service is more expensive than shared containers but cheaper than using large wooden crates. It is suitable for customers shipping only boxes, without irregular furniture or items.

Due to height limitations, we generally distribute your goods evenly, with each pallet able to hold around 70 cubic feet of cargo.

Shared Container

Shared container shipping is the traditional method in the moving industry, often used by families without enough goods to fill a full container. Sharing a container does not mean your items will be stored loosely. We will label them with color-coded stickers to distinguish them in the same container, minimizing the chance of errors. We fill up containers on a weekly schedule to meet clients' delivery timelines. This service is more budget-friendly than large crates, ideal for families of 2-4 people.

ReloBox™

ReloBox™ GRANDE

Dimensions: approx. 5' x 6' x 5'
Volume: approx.150 ft³
Capacity: about 30 cartons

ReloBox™ ALTO

Dimensions: approx. 7' x 4' x 7'
Volume: approx. 200 ft³
Capacity: about 40 cartons

ReloBox™ JUMBO

Dimensions: approx. 7' x 6' x 7'
Volume: approx. 300 ft³
Capacity: about 50 cartons

How does it work?

STEP 1 - Enquiry Form

Complete the enquiry form to book a survey.

STEP 2 - Personalized Survey

Consult with our moving specialist to receive the best quote.

STEP 3 - Confirm and Pack

We will provide you with all the necessary packing material once the move is confirmed.

STEP 4 - Collection

Our packers will pack and collect everything for you, and then send them to our warehouse. From now on, we will take care of everything for you.

STEP 5 - Shipment

Your goods is on board and will be shipped shortly. You can track your shipment with the Shipment Tracker anytime.

STEP 6 - Door-to-Door Delivery

Finally, upon arriving at the destination, all of your goods will be delivered into your new home by our destination unit.

Why Transworld Relocation?

50 Years of Experience

We have over 50 years of experience in providing relocation services across the globe. We have helped over 10,000 families to move to their new homes.

Global Network

Our network has expanded to the entire globe since the beginning, delivering to over 1000 destinations every year. And we are still growing.

Global Warehouse Facilities

Your goods will be stored securely in our private warehouse under 24/7 surveillance. Everything inside the warehouse is well protected.

Supplementary Services

Auto Transport

We offer vehicle relocation service including motorcycles and even boats. With years of experience, we will guide you through the tedious procedure such as de-registration and registration with ease.

Relobox™

Relobox™ is an all-in-one crate that contains all of your carton boxes. It will be sealed once it is loaded. ReloBox™ is guaranteed to be meticulous and not to miss a single piece. Relobox™ will be unsealed only when it arrives at your new home.

Secured Storage

We have our own warehouses in many countries, providing short-term/long-term warehousing services locally and overseas to our customers, streamlining the entire immigration process with extra security.

Moving to the India - Helpful Tips

Customs Clearance Documents for Relocation to India

  1. Original passport / both old and new passports (if the new one is less than three years old).
  2. Signed relevant forms.
  3. Local residence proof in India.
  4. Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card / Person of Indian Origin (PIO) card.
  5. If the shipment is under the name of Mr., a copy of the first and last pages of Mrs.'s passport is required.
  6. Foreign nationals intending to stay in India for more than 180 days (tourist visa holders cannot stay for more than 180 days) must register with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) of the Ministry of Home Affairs, India, within 14 days of arrival.

Important Considerations for Relocating to India

  1. Quarantine requirements for wooden packaging: All packaging materials containing plant-based content, including hay, straw, wood shavings, wood chips, sawdust, waste wood, wooden pallets, dunnage, wood fibers, peat moss, etc., must be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the exporting country's government, in accordance with the International Plant Protection Convention or the exporting country's regulations. All imported wooden packaging materials must undergo treatment through dry heat, methyl bromide fumigation, chemical impregnation, or other internationally recognized pest control methods, and the treatment method must be indicated on the phytosanitary certificate.

Restricted and Prohibited Items for Shipping to the India

Prohibited Items for Import/Export:

  • Narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances
  • Obscene materials
  • Counterfeit, pirated, and infringing goods
  • Antiquities
  • Firearms
  • Ivory, rhino horn, rare animal skins, rare woods
  • Plants
  • Maps and documents displaying incorrect external boundaries of India
  • Wildlife products
  • Counterfeit Indian currency, stamps, and coins
  • Certain live birds and animals
  • Counterfeit currency

Restricted Items for Import/Export:

  • Ammunition
  • Live birds and animals (including pets)
  • Plants and their products (e.g., fruits, seeds)
  • Endangered species of flora and fauna (whether alive or dead)
  • Goods for commercial purposes (e.g., for profit or resale)
  • Wireless transmitters not approved for general use
  • Gold and silver (except for jewelry purposes)
  • Indian and foreign currencies exceeding prescribed limits
  • Satellite phones
  • Drones
  • Foreign currency exceeding legally obtained amounts

For tourists: amounts exceeding the declared value upon entry and amounts exceeding the exemption limit upon exit

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does Transworld Relocation charge by weight?

A. Transworld calculates shipping costs based on the actual volume of goods. Shipments to India must adhere to the 25 kg weight limit per box.

Q. Do you offer storage services?

A. Currently, we do not offer free storage services in India. However, you may discuss your requirements with our international moving specialists to receive the best solution for your needs.

Q. How much does it cost to move to India?

A. Transworld determines the cost based on the quantity of goods, the destination, and storage requirements. Use our free online quotation tool to receive a detailed cost breakdown tailored to your needs.

Q. Are there any additional fees I should be aware of?

A. In India, there are additional fees for deliveries to floors above the ground level, regardless of whether stairs or elevators are used.

Q. Are there items I cannot ship to India?

A. Like all countries, India has strict regulations on prohibited items to protect its citizens and environment. Please refer to our prohibited items page when packing to avoid costly fines or delays. Note that in India, there are three types of plugs: C, D, and M. Long-term use of adapters is unsafe, and all electronics imported into the country are subject to a 38.5% customs duty.