Moving to the USA
Moving to the USA – Planning, Process, Costs and Organisation
Moving to the USA requires structured planning and experience in international relocation management. Different customs regulations, transport routes and regional specifics make professional organisation particularly important. MTL supports individuals, families and businesses moving from Germany to almost all regions of the United States – including New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Texas, California, Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.
On this page, you will find an overview of key topics relating to moving to the United States – from transport options and cost factors to storage options and specific requirements for vehicles, pets and electrical appliances. You will also find information on the process of an international move, as well as potential services and bespoke solutions for various relocation scenarios.
Are you planning to move to the USA and need help with the organisation, budgeting or execution?
Please use our contact form or the move questionnaire to provide us with the key details of your move. We will then draw up a personalised plan and get in touch with you as soon as possible.
Alternatively, we are available by phone to provide an initial assessment of your relocation project.
Contact us
MTL Moving Transport Logistics GmbH
Dorn-Assenheimer Straße 50
61169 Friedberg
Deutschland
Telefon: +49 6031 16173 12
Fax: +49 6031 16173 18
E-Mail: info@mtl-moving.com
USt.-ID no. DE326501616
HRB 9073 Amtsgericht Friedberg
DUNS No. 342920702
Ihr Kontakt:
Dr. Ingeborg Cleve
Director MTL International Offices / Business Development
Damian Herms
National and international removals
Merve Koçtürk
National and international removals
Moving to the USA – Overview
Our teams in Frankfurt and Berlin organise international removals to almost every region of the USA. Thanks to an international network of partners and freight forwarders, your belongings can be reliably transported, cleared through customs and delivered. In addition to full-house removals, we also organise smaller overseas removals by lift van or air freight. If required, furniture and household goods can be safely stored in our furniture storage in Friedberg and Berlin.
You can find the standard transport methods and procedures for overseas removals by container, overseas crate or air freight HERE. We are here to advise you!
Professional packing for overseas removals
When moving internationally to the USA, professional packing plays a crucial role. Even items packed by the customer can lead to additional checks during import and customs clearance. This can cause delays in the process as well as additional costs.
During sea or air transport, furniture, boxes and personal belongings are exposed to various stresses. In sea freight in particular, the movement of the container during the crossing causes vibrations and stresses that necessitate secure packaging. Items that are not professionally secured may be damaged or exposed to additional risks during transport and handling.
Costs of moving to the USA
The cost of moving to the USA depends on a number of factors. The key factors include the volume of goods being moved, the destination region, the chosen option of transport, and the conditions at the loading and unloading points.
Can I bring electrical and electronic equipment into the USA?
Electrical equipment can be imported duty-free as part of a move, provided you had purchased it a year or more ago, and provided it is in quantities customary for households. However, the line voltage in North America is 120 volts, while 230 volts is common in Europe. You will therefore need transformers to operate your equipment.
For low-voltage equipment such as computers, monitors, speakers, or charger cables, check the manual to see if the integrated transformer automatically adjusts to the lower voltage BEFORE operating the equipment at its destination. This is often the case with newer equipment. Do not rely on this. Incorrect voltage will destroy a device immediately.
You can find out which plug adapters you need in the USA here: https://www.worldstandards.eu/electricity/plug-voltage-by-country/
Do you have further questions about your move to the USA?
We'll be happy to advise you!
Contact us via the contact form or directly at one of our offices.
Disclaimer: We have compiled this information for you to the best of our knowledge and belief, but accept no liability for its accuracy.
