Seven Things You Should Know About Long Distance Moving From Canada To The United States

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When you are moving the services provided by movers is different depending on how far away you are moving. Moreover, pricing, requirements, and packing are also different for those using long distance moving companies rather than short distance moves. Moving across the Canadian border requires more documentation and preparation than moving between provinces.

What Determines a Long Distance Move?

A long distance move is one that is more than 100 kilometers or over 150 miles. Even if the distance isn't quite that long, it can be considered a long distance move if you cross province boundaries or cross from Canada into the United States.

What Documentation Do I Need if Going from Canada to the United States?

Long distance moving companies can still move your personal belongings across the border if they have a completed form 3299. Form 3299 is the "Declaration for Free Entry or Articles Not Accompanying a Resident or Non-Resident." This form allows the movers to transport your things across the border duty free. It is important for the form to be correctly and completely completed to avoid problems at the border.

What Other Documents Do I Need When Moving to the U.S.?

If you are entering the U.S., the moving companies may require copies of other documents. If you are a U.S. citizen, you should give them a copy of your U.S. passport and a declaration form. If you are a Canadian citizen give them a copy of your Canadian passport, declaration form and a copy of student visa or work visa.

What if I Am Moving an Inherited Item to the U.S.?

The moving company would like copies of your passport, the death certificate, a copy of the will if there is one, and a declaration form.

What Documentation do I Need to Move from the U.S. to Canada?

The documentation required by the government is different when moving into Canada. Some long distance moving companies may only require a Declaration Form to transport belongings across the border.

Are There Any Taxes?

If you are moving across Canada between provinces, you will be charged a six percent GST tax. If you are moving to the United States, this tax does not apply.

What if I Want to Move a Pet to the U.S.?

Generally speaking, all states have regulations on pets such as cats, dogs, horses, birds in the parrot family entering their state. It is best to contact the state government where you are moving and get their specific requirements. Once you know the requirements, give the movers copies of the documentation if they are moving the animals. Be sure to keep a copy for yourself.

About the Author:
Capital Moving Systems a long distance moving companies Toronto based professional moving services company providing a wide variety of moving and storage services. (http://www.capitalmoving.ca/)



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