International Relocation Shipping Guide

Welcome! We have prepared a short guide summarizing all the necessary information for shipping personal belongings during relocation.

Recommended Packing

• Properly pack fragile items using bubble wrap and cloths.
• It is recommended to use boxes of size 60x40x40 cm.
• Shipping costs are determined by package size and weight – pack as efficiently as possible!

Declared Goods Value for Customs

It is advisable to declare a low but realistic value to minimize customs clearance fees in the destination country.

BOX NUMBER	Description	Goods Value
BOX 1	10 USED OLD pants	20 USD
	10 USED OLD shirts
BOX 2	USED OLD computer screen	50 USD
BOX 3	10 USED OLD kitchen utensils	13 USD
	3 USED OLD books

Service Includes

• Door-to-door shipping
• Estimated arrival: 7-15 business days
• Online tracking of the shipment
• Free power of attorney (usually costs $40)

General Requirements

• A copy of an ID document is required for customs clearance.
• Contents of the box must not be changed after issuing a bill of lading.

Prohibited Items

You must check with the authorities in the destination country. You can refer to the FedEx website.

Shipping to South American Countries

All shipments require customs brokerage – it is recommended to arrange a local customs broker in advance.

Customs Exemptions for New Immigrants and Returning Residents

• A returning resident or returning student is entitled to duty-free shipping for two shipments of household goods.
• A new immigrant is entitled to duty-free shipping for three shipments.
• A returning resident to Europe must prove at least one year of residence in Israel.

For more information:

Customs Guide for Returning Residents