US to China
Moving Resources Map of China Facts about China Clocks - Asian Continent Time Zone Phone Codes in China Currency Conversions   Embassy of China in USA 2300 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20008 Phone:+1-202-328-2500 Fax:+1-202-588-0032 United States Embassy of Beijing, China No. 55 An Jia Lou Lu 100600 Tel: (86-10) 8531-3000 Moving Back From China? Contact our overseas moving partners Asian Express +852 2893 1000 ask for Andy Mak andy_mak@aemovers.com.hk

If you are moving to or from China, International Sea & Air Shipping can expedite your relocation to China with sea or air containers for a smooth and seamless overseas moving of your personal belongings.

When Moving to China

An International Moving Specialist will help you by outlining your moving options based on your moving criteria such as:

• Have you obtained your permits? Before proceeding with any move to China, you must have obtained a ONE-YEAR Work Permit & Residence Permit.
• How long is your intended stay in China?
• Are there opportunities in China to purchase property and household goods?

The Cost of Moving to China

The cost to move to China from the United States varies considerably based on the cubic footage of your belongings and your proposed destination arrival time.

Make an appointment for consultation on your move to China - including a site inspection of your home and belongings to get the most accurate cubic feet estimate & moving services to help expedite your relocation to China. For information about the cost to move to China:

Call our International Moving Specialists @ 1-888-299-MOVE (6683)

Fill out our detailed email estimate form

Regulations For Importing Things Into China

• Original passport with residence permit valid for one year
• Original work permit for one year is required
• Application form documentation required
• Authorization form documentation required
• Restrictions when importing household goods including photo copiers, cordless phones, motorcycle, fire arms, animals, plants, food, and medicine
• Dutiable Items (electrical, furniture, piano, oriental antiques, golf clubs) - all items must be listed and easily accessible. Note: duties & taxes for alcohol are extremely high
• Automobiles - foreigners are allowed to import one car per person. No diesel vehicles are allowed in China. *Automobile Import Permits are required before shipment leaves the states.* - some old cars will not pass local environmental standards
• Pets - only cats or dogs can be imported into China. Health Certificate and original Certificate of Rabies Vaccination is required. Animals will be quarantined for 30 - 45 days at Beijing Airport. Veterinary inspection must be arranged by owner upon arrival.

  Chinese Import regulations are subject to change without notice, International Sea & Air Shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.