International Moving
International Movers in the Pioneer Valley
Sitterly Movers has been delivering quality residential moving solutions since 1930! Sitterly started as a small moving company who can now travel worldwide. Built on quality, integrity and trust, Sitterly cares about your move and will earn your trust.
Our International Services Include:
- Full-service packing
- Full inventories of moving pieces for each move
- Guaranteed pick-up dates and delivery spreads
- Provide materials for wrapping sofas and hardwood furniture
- Door-to- door Air Freight Service to and from anywhere in the world
- Full replacement insurance available on all shipments
- Online shipment tracking
- Short & long-term storage options
About Atlas's International Moving:
Atlas is trusted around the world by corporations and governments with the details of moving transferees and their families. We know the regulations, requirements, and the specifics of international moving. You will avoid the potential delays and expense of contracting unknown international movers on your own. We make thousands of international moves per year, giving us the expertise that’s required to assure that your household goods arrive safely and securely.
Plan Your Move: Call Sitterly Movers today and talk with one of our moving counselors to discuss your move. Our counselors will help you set up international moves through Atlas and help develop an itinerary getting you to your new home abroad.
Move Through Customs: Don’t let customs and immigration be the low point of your trip. Atlas will inform you of everything you need and need to know to get through customs in whichever country you’re moving to.
Move In Pieces: Do you have a piece of furniture such as a piano or bureau that you would like moved separately? No problem! Atlas Van Lines provide international shipping and, best of all, you can track those international shipments online!
Execute Your Move: During the day(s) of your move, have peace of mind that your belongings and valuables are properly contained and protected. In transit and on arrival, Atlas moving partners will assist in the final leg of your moving process.
International Moving FAQs
Sitterly Movers will provide you with an estimate for all services that you have requested. Those services will include: loading at residence, wrapping and protecting furniture as it is placed into the lift van or steel container, transportation to the port of departure, transportation via sea vessel to the port of entry, clearing through customs and delivery to new residence. If delivery to the port only is selected, you are responsible for clearing customs and arranging for someone qualified and authorized to remove the container from the port. In either case, you are responsible for customs fees, and duties or taxes related to your international shipment and any other charges not normally included in international shipping. Examples could be: security screening, inspection of container contents, decontamination of containers, etc. Delivery assumes easy access for the delivery truck and a first floor residence. When comparing international quotes, it is important to know what services are included in the quote. Your lowest estimate may not end up being you lowest actual price.
Yes, and it will be necessary for you to obtain the specific regulations and restrictions applicable for the country of your destination. Some examples of items and articles, which are commonly prohibited in both domestic and international shipments, include the following:
- Hazardous and/or flammable materials
- Firearms and/or ammunition
- Plants and/or soil
- Corrosives and/or explosives
Yes. We offer Full Value Protection on all of our international shipments. The purchase of this Full Value Protection may be required to ship your household goods overseas.
There are several types of overseas containers commonly used for transporting shipments internationally.
- Air Freight Containers — are used for very small shipments-mainly personal effects.
- Lift Vans — are wooden containers which have about 200 cubic feet of space. They are normally used for shipments weighing less than 4,000 lbs., and for shipments moving to those countries lacking capacity to handle larger containers.
- Ship’s Containers — are steel containers and come in a 20-foot (1100 cu. ft.) size, and a 40-foot (2200 cu. ft.) size. They are frequently used when moving a complete household overseas, and because of their construction are the safest shipment methods available for international shipments.
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Why choose Sitterly Movers?
There’s no shortage of moving companies in the Greater Springfield and Greater Greenfield areas. At Sitterly Movers we believe there are several things that set us apart from the rest.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We believe in providing the best moving experience possible, which is why we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Caring Approach
We know how meaningful your belongings are, and we’re careful to protect them at every step.
Transparent Pricing
Competitive pricing with no surprise hidden fees or unexplained charges.
Local Commitment
The Pioneer Valley is home! We love Western Mass and are committed to giving back to local organizations.
