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INTERNATIONAL MOVERS • BAY AREA • CALIFORNIA • IAM MEMBER
International movers from CG Moving Company, Inc. provide international relocation services for Bay Area and California residents moving to Europe and other international destinations. CG Moving Company is a member of the International Association of Movers (IAM) and holds federal operating authority USDOT 3907428, MC 1441357. California intrastate authority CPUC MTR 0190922. City and County of San Francisco approved vendor no. 96965. International moves to Spain, Italy, France, Belgium, England, and other destinations are arranged from the Bay Area through the IAM network.
International Association of Movers
Federal operating authority
CA intrastate authority
South San Francisco, CA
International move insurance available
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Pacific. International moves from the Bay Area and California. IAM member. Free survey and estimate.
CG Moving provides international moves from the Bay Area. IAM member. Free survey.
CG Moving Company provides international moving services for Bay Area and California residents relocating to Europe and other international destinations. As an IAM member, CG Moving Company coordinates international household goods shipments through an established network of international agents. International moves from the Bay Area are arranged via sea freight (full container or groupage) or air freight depending on the volume and timeline. Every international move begins with a free pre-move survey.
International moves from California involve a different scope from domestic moves: export packing to international shipping standards, customs documentation for the destination country, sea freight or air freight booking, destination customs clearance, and delivery at the overseas address by the IAM destination agent. CG Moving Company coordinates the Bay Area pickup and export packing side of the move. The destination agent coordinates delivery at the new address.
Bay Area residential moves. International moves from California start with the Bay Area pickup, coordinated alongside the domestic residential scope.
Professional packing to international shipping standards. Export packing is required for all international household goods shipments.
Interstate moves within the US from California. For moves to other states (Washington, Texas, Oregon), see the long-distance silo. International moves to other countries are on this page.
Specialty items in international moves: pianos, fine art, antiques, and high-value furniture that require specialist handling and export documentation.
CG Moving provides residential, commercial, packing, specialty, and more. Free survey.
CG Moving Company coordinates international household goods moves for the following destinations and move types from the Bay Area and California.
International moves from the Bay Area and California to Spain. Common destinations: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, and the Balearic Islands. CG Moving Company coordinates the Bay Area pickup and export packing. The IAM agent in Spain coordinates customs clearance and delivery at the Spanish address. HMRC-equivalent Spanish customs documentation is prepared before shipment. See /international-moving-california/moving-to-spain/ for the full Spain-specific scope.
International moves from the Bay Area to Italy. Common destinations: Rome, Milan, Florence, Turin, Naples, and smaller Italian cities. Italian customs require a detailed inventory list and proof of residence change for duty-free household goods importation. CG Moving Company prepares the inventory and export documentation on the Bay Area side. See /international-moving-california/moving-to-italy/ for the Italy-specific scope.
International moves from the Bay Area and California to France. Common destinations: Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, and the French Riviera. French customs (Déménagement) require a customs form (Déclaration d'importation) and a full household goods inventory. CG Moving Company handles the Bay Area side of the move. See /international-moving-california/moving-to-france/ for France-specific requirements.
International moves from the Bay Area and California to England. HMRC Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief applies to California residents who have lived outside the UK for 12 or more months and are returning to live permanently. CG Moving Company can advise on the HMRC ToR documentation requirements on the Bay Area side. See /international-moving-california/moving-to-england/ for the UK-specific scope.
International moves from the Bay Area and California to Belgium. Common destinations: Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges. Belgian customs accept household goods duty-free under specific residency conditions. See /international-moving-california/moving-to-belgium/ for Belgium-specific requirements and documentation.
CG Moving Company coordinates international household goods moves to destinations beyond the five European destinations listed above: Australia, Canada, Asia, Latin America, and other countries. International moves to other destinations are coordinated through the IAM network. Call 888-508-7838 to confirm whether the required destination agent network covers your specific destination country.
CG Moving handles every step: pre-move survey, COI, loading, and placement at destination.
International moves from the Bay Area involve more coordination steps than domestic moves. The process starts with a survey and ends with delivery overseas, with several coordination steps in between.
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The pre-move survey for an international move confirms the household goods volume (cubic feet or cubic meters), the destination country and city, the required delivery timeline, and any high-value or specialty items (fine art, pianos, antiques) that require specialist handling and additional documentation. The survey is completed in person or remotely. The survey output determines the shipping method and the estimated cost.
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For most international moves from California, sea freight is the standard shipping method. Full container load (FCL) is used for larger households (typically above 800 cubic feet). Groupage (less-than-container load or LCL) is used for smaller volumes that share a container with other shipments. Air freight is available for urgent moves or small volume shipments. CG Moving Company confirms the recommended shipping method and cost in the estimate.
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CG Moving Company handles the Bay Area side of the international move: export packing to international shipping standards, a detailed inventory list of every item in the shipment, and export documentation required for the destination country. All items are packed in new double-wall cartons or wooden crates as required. The inventory is used for customs clearance at the destination.
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CG Moving Company coordinates with the IAM destination agent in the receiving country for customs clearance and delivery at the overseas address. The destination agent manages the customs process, pays any applicable duties (unless duty-free status is confirmed in advance), and delivers and unpacks at the new address. Delivery timelines depend on the shipping route and the destination country's customs clearance process.
International move costs depend on shipping weight, container type, destination country, and cust.
International moving costs from the Bay Area are driven by volume, destination, shipping method, and any additional services. All are identified in the pre-move survey and confirmed in the written estimate.
The cubic footage or cubic meters of the household goods shipment. Volume determines whether a full container (FCL) or groupage (LCL) is the appropriate shipping method, which is the primary cost driver. Volume is measured in the pre-move survey.
The destination country determines the sea freight route, the transit time, and the destination customs requirements. Some routes have more frequent sailings and lower freight rates than others. Destination is confirmed at the survey stage.
Export packing to international standards is required and is included in the quoted scope. Marine cargo insurance for the shipment is available and recommended. Specialty items (fine art, pianos, antiques) require additional documentation and custom crating. All are confirmed in the estimate.
Shipment volume: cubic footage determines FCL vs. groupage vs. air freight
Shipment volume: cubic footage determines FCL vs. groupage vs. air freight
Destination country: affects freight rate, transit time, and customs requirements
Shipping timeline: door-to-door transit times range from 4 to 10+ weeks depending on route
Export packing: included in all international move quotes; required by shipping lines
Marine cargo insurance: available and recommended for all international shipments
Specialty items: fine art, pianos, and antiques requiring custom crating and additional documentation
CG Moving Company reviews the shipment volume, destination, timeline, and any specialty items before preparing a written estimate. The estimate covers the Bay Area side of the move. Destination agent charges are confirmed separately. No charges are added after the estimate is agreed.
CG Moving has served the Bay Area since 2005. CPUC MTR 0190922. SF vendor 96965.
CG Moving Company, Inc. has provided international moving services from the Bay Area and California since 2005. The company is a member of the International Association of Movers (IAM), the primary professional body for the international moving industry. IAM membership provides access to a vetted network of destination agents in over 170 countries. Founded by Charlie Gonzalez in South San Francisco. Federal authority USDOT 3907428, MC 1441357. CPUC MTR 0190922. SF vendor no. 96965. CA small business cert. no. 1745559. CPUC MBE cert. no. 15050132.
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CG Moving provides international moves from the Bay Area. IAM member. Free survey.
Tell us the origin address in the Bay Area or California, the destination country and city, your preferred move-out date, an estimate of the volume (number of rooms), and any specialty items. The survey is completed in person or remotely. Most international move estimates are confirmed within 48 hours. The earlier the survey is completed, the more flexibility is available on the shipping schedule.
CG Moving Company handles the Bay Area side of the international move: pre-move survey, export packing to international standards, detailed inventory, loading and export documentation, and coordination with the IAM destination agent. Marine cargo insurance is available and recommended. The destination agent handles customs clearance and delivery at the overseas address.
Free International Move Survey across San Francisco and the Bay Area
CG Moving provides international moves from the Bay Area. IAM member. Free survey.
CG Moving Company coordinates international moves from San Francisco and the Bay Area, operating from 1755 Mission Rd, South San Francisco. International pre-shipment storage available on site.
San Francisco
International moves coordinated from SF to Spain, Italy, France, Belgium, England, and beyond. IAM member. USDOT 3907428. Export packing and inventory included. SF vendor no. 96965.
Peninsula / San Mateo County
International moves coordinated from South San Francisco, San Mateo, Redwood City, and the Peninsula. CG Moving operates from 1755 Mission Rd SSF: pickup from any Peninsula address.
East Bay
International moves coordinated from Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Alameda County. Pickup from any East Bay address for Bay Area international shipments.
Silicon Valley
International moves coordinated from San Jose, Palo Alto, Mountain View, and Sunnyvale. International household goods shipments from Silicon Valley through the Bay Area port.
Marin County / North Bay
International moves coordinated from San Rafael, Mill Valley, Sausalito, and Marin County. Pickup from Marin addresses for international shipments.
Common questions about CG Moving services, licensing, COI, and costs answered below.
CG Moving Company handles the Bay Area side of the international move: the pre-move survey, export packing to international shipping standards, a detailed inventory list of all items, loading and securing the shipment for export, and coordination with the IAM destination agent in the receiving country. The destination agent handles customs clearance and delivery at the overseas address.
IAM (International Association of Movers) is the professional body for the international moving industry. IAM membership gives CG Moving Company access to a vetted network of destination agents in over 170 countries. When CG Moving Company coordinates your Bay Area shipment, the IAM destination agent in your country handles the receiving side: customs clearance, final delivery, and unpacking if requested.
Transit times for sea freight from California to Europe are typically 4 to 6 weeks for full container (FCL) shipments and 6 to 10 weeks for groupage (LCL) shipments, depending on the route and the destination port. Air freight is faster (1 to 2 weeks) but significantly more expensive and is used for small volume or urgent shipments. The full door-to-door timeline includes the pre-shipment period in California and the customs clearance process at the destination.
Full Container Load (FCL) means your household goods fill a dedicated shipping container, typically 20 or 40 feet. Groupage (or Less-than-Container Load, LCL) means your goods share a container with other shipments. FCL is faster and avoids co-loading, but requires a larger volume to be cost-effective. Groupage is more economical for smaller volumes but typically has a longer transit time. The recommended method is confirmed in the pre-move survey.
Most countries allow duty-free importation of household goods for residents who have been living abroad for a qualifying period and are returning or relocating permanently. The specific requirements vary by country. For England, HMRC Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief applies. For EU countries (Spain, Italy, France, Belgium), specific EU household goods importation rules apply. CG Moving Company confirms the documentation required for your destination country at the survey stage.
Yes. Pianos, fine art, antiques, and high-value items can be included in an international shipment with appropriate specialist packing, inventory documentation, and declared value for insurance purposes. Custom crating for fragile or high-value items may be required and is quoted separately. Marine cargo insurance covering the declared replacement value is available and recommended for all high-value international shipments.
Yes. Pre-shipment storage at 1755 Mission Rd, South San Francisco, is available for household goods that need to be picked up before the ship sailing date. Goods are inventoried at intake and held until the export date. Storage rates are confirmed at intake.
Long-distance moving (/long-distance-moving-california/) covers interstate moves within the United States from California: California to Washington, Texas, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, and other US states. International moving covers moves from California to other countries. The processes are fundamentally different: international moves involve sea freight, customs documentation, foreign destination agents, and international insurance. Long-distance domestic moves use domestic freight and no customs process.
Call 888-508-7838 to book a free move survey. Written estimate before your move date.
Whether you are moving from San Francisco to Madrid, from the Peninsula to London, from Silicon Valley to Paris, or from anywhere in the Bay Area to any international destination, CG Moving Company coordinates the Bay Area side of the international move from the pre-move survey through loading and export. The IAM destination agent handles customs and delivery at the overseas address.
CG Moving Company is a member of the International Association of Movers (IAM). Federal operating authority USDOT 3907428, MC 1441357. CPUC MTR 0190922. City and County of San Francisco approved vendor no. 96965. Pre-shipment storage at 1755 Mission Rd. CA small business cert. no. 1745559. CPUC MBE cert. no. 15050132. Every international move starts with a free survey and a written estimate.
International moving services across San Francisco, the Bay Area, and California.
CG Moving Company, Inc.
1755 Mission Rd, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Phone: 888-508-7838
CPUC MTR 0190922 | USDOT 3907428 | CSLB C61/D34 No. 987530 | GSA GS-33F-0063X
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Pacific. After-hours and weekend international moving services scheduled on request.