Moving is often considered one of the most stressful life events. It can also be very expensive.
A new report from ServiceMarket, a UAE-based online home services marketplace, found the average international shipping cost for a two-bedroom apartment ranged from a low of Dh10,000 to relocate your belongings to Egypt to a high of Dh22,000 to the US.
Nobody compromises on their margin. The moment they give a discount, that means they are compromising on the cost.
Chirantan Joshi, managing director of E-Movers
However, it is a big mistake to cut corners to keep costs down, say well-established shipping companies and industry experts.
“Since there are so many international movers and packers in the UAE, and the quality and range of services varies from company to company, you shouldn’t just go with the cheapest or the first option you come across,” says Bana Shomali, founder and chief executive of ServiceMarket.
While it is important to get comparison quotes from a few moving companies, the initial filter is key, including checking international accreditation, looking at the company’s experience and reading reviews. Purchasing insurance, being aware of custom charges and making wise packing decisions can also help save headaches and additional costs.
Here is The National's guide to finding the best moving company for your money and ensuring your belongings make it safely to the next destination.
Choose an internationally accredited company
ServiceMarket strongly recommends choosing a company accredited by Fidi (Federation Internationale des Demenageurs Internationaux), the largest umbrella organisation of professional international moving and relocation companies.
“Doing so is the easiest way to ensure your belongings reach their destination in good condition and avoid hassles,” says Ms Shomali. “Fidi-accredited companies have the resources and know-how to handle your belongings properly at every stage of the moving process.”
Established in 1950, Fidi represents over 600 quality-certified companies in more than 100 countries. Companies with the FAIM (Fidi Accredited International Mover) label must meet strict standards and go through a rigorous auditing process every three years.
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“It basically means the company is following all the international moving industry standards first and the company is financially stable,” says Chirantan Joshi, managing director of Fidi-accredited E-Movers, which has been operating in the UAE since 2003.
For example, “we don’t come into your building and damage a third party property and you end up paying for it,” says Mr Joshi. “We actually cover the third party liability, because it’s part of our certification.”
There are only three accredited companies in Abu Dhabi and 10 in Dubai, according to the Fidi website. These include Delight International Movers and Gulf Agency Company in Abu Dhabi and AFL Relocations and Dasa International Movers in Dubai, as well as Allied Pickfords in both emirates.
Using a Fidi-accredited mover does come at a higher cost — about 10 to 15 per cent more expensive than another company in the “organised sector” and even higher when compared to the “unorganised sector”, says Mr Joshi. But he says customers should be wary of discounts that might mean companies are cutting costs elsewhere.
“Everybody is earning 10 per cent. Nobody compromises on their margin. The moment they give a discount, that means they are compromising on the cost,” Mr Joshi says.
While Fidi is the most important accreditation to look for, other organisations also accredit international moving companies, says Ms Shomali. These include the International Association of Movers, the British Association of Removers, the American Moving and Storage Association, the Canadian Association of Movers and the International Air Transport Association.
source - https://www.thenational.ae/business/money/what-s-the-best-way-to-ship-your-belongings-when-leaving-the-uae-1.936025
A new report from ServiceMarket, a UAE-based online home services marketplace, found the average international shipping cost for a two-bedroom apartment ranged from a low of Dh10,000 to relocate your belongings to Egypt to a high of Dh22,000 to the US.
Nobody compromises on their margin. The moment they give a discount, that means they are compromising on the cost.
Chirantan Joshi, managing director of E-Movers
However, it is a big mistake to cut corners to keep costs down, say well-established shipping companies and industry experts.
“Since there are so many international movers and packers in the UAE, and the quality and range of services varies from company to company, you shouldn’t just go with the cheapest or the first option you come across,” says Bana Shomali, founder and chief executive of ServiceMarket.
While it is important to get comparison quotes from a few moving companies, the initial filter is key, including checking international accreditation, looking at the company’s experience and reading reviews. Purchasing insurance, being aware of custom charges and making wise packing decisions can also help save headaches and additional costs.
Here is The National's guide to finding the best moving company for your money and ensuring your belongings make it safely to the next destination.
Choose an internationally accredited company
ServiceMarket strongly recommends choosing a company accredited by Fidi (Federation Internationale des Demenageurs Internationaux), the largest umbrella organisation of professional international moving and relocation companies.
“Doing so is the easiest way to ensure your belongings reach their destination in good condition and avoid hassles,” says Ms Shomali. “Fidi-accredited companies have the resources and know-how to handle your belongings properly at every stage of the moving process.”
Established in 1950, Fidi represents over 600 quality-certified companies in more than 100 countries. Companies with the FAIM (Fidi Accredited International Mover) label must meet strict standards and go through a rigorous auditing process every three years.
READ MORE
Counting the cost of shipping your belongings from the UAE
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“It basically means the company is following all the international moving industry standards first and the company is financially stable,” says Chirantan Joshi, managing director of Fidi-accredited E-Movers, which has been operating in the UAE since 2003.
For example, “we don’t come into your building and damage a third party property and you end up paying for it,” says Mr Joshi. “We actually cover the third party liability, because it’s part of our certification.”
There are only three accredited companies in Abu Dhabi and 10 in Dubai, according to the Fidi website. These include Delight International Movers and Gulf Agency Company in Abu Dhabi and AFL Relocations and Dasa International Movers in Dubai, as well as Allied Pickfords in both emirates.
Using a Fidi-accredited mover does come at a higher cost — about 10 to 15 per cent more expensive than another company in the “organised sector” and even higher when compared to the “unorganised sector”, says Mr Joshi. But he says customers should be wary of discounts that might mean companies are cutting costs elsewhere.
“Everybody is earning 10 per cent. Nobody compromises on their margin. The moment they give a discount, that means they are compromising on the cost,” Mr Joshi says.
While Fidi is the most important accreditation to look for, other organisations also accredit international moving companies, says Ms Shomali. These include the International Association of Movers, the British Association of Removers, the American Moving and Storage Association, the Canadian Association of Movers and the International Air Transport Association.
source - https://www.thenational.ae/business/money/what-s-the-best-way-to-ship-your-belongings-when-leaving-the-uae-1.936025
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