Moving Overseas for Work? Ship Your Belongings With Send Stuff
Starting a new job overseas, accepting an international transfer or relocating for a career opportunity? Send Stuff helps you arrange international shipping for suitcases, boxes, clothing and personal belongings from New Zealand.
Whether you're moving to Australia, the United Kingdom or another international destination, we can help you organise shipping for the belongings you need without arranging a full household removal.
What can you ship overseas?
Common personal belongings shipped when relocating internationally for work.
- ✓ Suitcases and excess luggage
- ✓ Clothing, shoes and accessories
- ✓ Books and personal belongings
- ✓ Small household items
- ✓ Packed moving boxes
- ✓ Other eligible items, subject to restrictions
International Personal Effects Shipping for Professionals
Moving overseas for work involves more than booking flights and finding accommodation. You also need to decide what to take, what to leave behind and how to transport your belongings internationally.
If you're relocating with more than your airline's baggage allowance but don't need an entire shipping container, sending boxes and suitcases separately may be a practical alternative.
Send Stuff helps individuals arrange international shipping for personal effects when moving abroad for employment, including permanent relocations, temporary assignments and overseas job opportunities.
Our personalised quote process considers your destination, package quantities, weights and dimensions to help identify suitable shipping options.
Ideal for people who are:
- Starting a new job in another country
- Relocating from New Zealand to Australia
- Moving overseas on a work visa
- Accepting an international job transfer
- Taking a fixed-term overseas assignment
- Returning to New Zealand after working abroad
- Moving with more belongings than airline baggage allows
A Practical Shipping Option When Moving Overseas for Work
International shipping tailored to smaller relocations, personal effects and excess luggage.
Move Without a Full Shipping Container
If you're only taking clothing, personal items and several boxes, request shipping for individual packages rather than arranging a full household relocation.
Personalised International Quotes
Shipping prices are assessed using your collection location, destination, number of packages, dimensions and actual or chargeable weight.
Support With Shipping Preparation
Access guidance on packaging, customs documentation, declared values and restricted goods before sending your belongings overseas.
How to Ship Your Belongings When Relocating Overseas
Three straightforward steps to organise your international personal effects shipment.
Tell Us About Your Move
Provide your origin and destination, the number of boxes or suitcases, estimated weights, dimensions and a description of your belongings.
Receive a Personalised Quote
We'll review your requirements and provide a shipping quote based on your shipment details and available international delivery options.
Pack and Prepare Your Shipment
Securely pack your belongings, complete the required shipment information and follow the confirmed collection or drop-off arrangements.
Customs, Packing & Documentation for Overseas Relocation
When shipping personal belongings internationally, customs authorities may require a detailed packing list, accurate declared values and information about the purpose of your relocation.
Some countries offer customs duty concessions for qualifying personal effects or household goods when people move their residence. These concessions are not automatic and may depend on residency status, ownership, previous use and destination-specific rules.
It's also important to check whether your belongings contain restricted or regulated items. Lithium batteries, aerosols, perfumes and certain chemicals may require specialist arrangements.
Preparing your documentation early can help reduce avoidable questions during customs processing, although clearance times cannot be guaranteed.
Useful Relocation Shipping Resources
Plan your international shipment using our free shipping guides and tools.
Send Stuff's standard maximum is 25 kg per individual package. Multiple boxes or suitcases can be included in a quote, subject to applicable limits.
International Shipping for Different Career Moves
From your first overseas job to returning home after years abroad, we can help you explore suitable shipping arrangements.
Moving from New Zealand to Australia for Work
Relocating to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or another Australian destination? Request shipping for boxes, suitcases and personal belongings as part of your move.
Starting a New Job in the United Kingdom
Moving from New Zealand to the UK for a new role? Arrange international shipping for the belongings you can't fit into your airline luggage.
Temporary Overseas Work Assignments
Taking a short-term or fixed-term position overseas? Ship the personal belongings you need without organising a complete household move.
Returning Home After Working Abroad
Finishing an overseas employment contract or relocating back to New Zealand? Get a quote for shipping your accumulated personal effects home.
Moving Overseas for Work – Shipping FAQs
How do I ship my belongings overseas when moving for work?
Start by identifying the belongings you want to send, their estimated weights and dimensions, and your collection and delivery locations. Request a personalised shipping quote, then prepare your items and required customs documentation before dispatch.
Can I ship personal belongings without hiring an international moving company?
Yes. If you only need to send several boxes or suitcases, international parcel or personal effects shipping may be suitable. Larger furniture and complete household moves may require a specialist removal service.
How much does it cost to ship moving boxes overseas?
Shipping costs depend on the origin, destination, number of packages, actual weight, dimensions and contents. Large but lightweight boxes may be priced using volumetric weight. Request a quote for an estimate specific to your shipment.
Can I send my belongings overseas before I arrive?
You may be able to arrange shipment before your travel date, depending on destination customs requirements and the availability of someone to receive the goods. Confirm delivery arrangements and customs eligibility before dispatch.
Are personal belongings duty-free when relocating overseas?
Some destinations provide customs concessions for eligible personal effects when transferring residence. Eligibility varies by country and may require evidence of previous ownership, use, residency or relocation. Duties and taxes may still apply.
What documents do I need when shipping personal effects overseas?
Common requirements include a detailed packing list, item descriptions, quantities, declared values and recipient information. Additional documents may be required depending on the destination and whether you're applying for relocation or personal effects concessions.
Can I ship multiple boxes when relocating for a new job?
Yes. Send Stuff can quote for multiple packages, subject to destination availability and applicable package limits. Our standard maximum is 25 kg per individual package.
Can my employer pay for international shipping?
If your employment agreement includes a relocation allowance, you may be able to submit your shipping quote or invoice to your employer. Check your company's relocation policy and approval requirements.
Starting a New Chapter Overseas?
Whether you're moving for a new job, international transfer or temporary assignment, Send Stuff can help you arrange shipping for your personal belongings. Tell us where you're moving and what you need to send.