Relocating with DHL

Relocating to a different country can be stressful. With DHL, we aim to make your relocation journey as smooth as possible. From your first booking to the final delivery, we will ensure your shipments arrive safe and sound.

Shipping your household items and personal effects step-by-step

Click each step to learn more!

Important Tips when Relocating with DHL

Ensure your items are packed properly

Ensure your items are packed properly

Consider the size, weight, and shape of your items before choosing the appropriate internal (bubble wrap, foam blocks or chips etc.) and external packaging (boxes or envelopes).

Seal all edges of the box and attach your shipping label, as well as any other special handling labels, such as “fragile” or “keep dry”.

For heavier shipments such as furniture, you should disassemble them as much as possible and use reinforced cardboard boxes. To find out how to order custom shipment packaging, click here.

Clearing Customs

Clearing Customs

Check your destination country’s customs clearance and regulations.

Prepare all necessary paperwork:

  • Customs permit
  • Invoice
  • Packing list
  • Air waybill (AWB)

The DHL MyGTS tool is a free online tool providing the essential Customs Information you need to plan, budget, and understand then international shipping requirements globally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Generate an Air Waybill
  2. Prepare a shipping invoice
  3. Find the proper Harmonized System codes (HS) codes
    • To find out the proper HS code for your items, visit this website

An air waybill (AWB) contains information and instructions for transporting your shipment. It also proves your ownership of your package.

  • For more information, visit this website.

Calculate the cost of your shipment using this online tool. Get a quote today!

Shipping time differs based on the destination or country of origin. For a more precise transit time, please input the details of your shipment using this online tool. ​

You can reach out to our customer service to order supplies.

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• *Use this promo code when you check out to enjoy up to 30% discount off DHL Express Worldwide products. This is for a limited number of redemptions only.​
• Express Worldwide products are DHL’s shipping services customized to your packaging requirements.​
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• Promo code does not apply to DHL’s Express Easy ranges of products.​
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• Promo code is valid till 31st December 2025.