Sea Freight – The Smart Way to Move Your Belongings Abroad
Planning an international move? DocShipper Moving provides complete sea freight relocation services for your personal effects — whether you’re heading to Europe, North America, Asia, or anywhere across the globe.
FCL and LCL: Container Options for Every Move
For most international relocations, we offer FCL and LCL solutions depending on the total volume of your shipment. Each option provides flexibility, safety, and transparency so you can move at your own pace and within your budget.
Full Container Load (FCL)
If you’re shipping an entire household or have enough goods to fill a 20ft or 40ft container, FCL is the most suitable choice. Your container is reserved exclusively for your belongings, sealed at origin, and delivered directly to your new address. This option provides optimal security, faster transit times, and cost efficiency for large moves. With full control over loading and transport, your goods remain untouched until arrival, ensuring maximum protection and peace of mind.
- Reserve a container solely for your goods.
- Perfect for large quantities and high-volume shipments.
- Cost efficiency per unit shipped.
- No handling of goods by other shippers, reducing risk.
- Faster, direct delivery as the container doesn't stop for other shipments.
Less than Container Load (LCL)
If your shipment is smaller — typically under 15 m³ — our LCL service lets you share container space with other shipments while maintaining the same safety standards. Your items are carefully packed, palletized, and grouped according to destination, reducing your costs without compromising reliability. This option is ideal for small households, students, or individuals who need a flexible, economical solution for moving personal effects internationally.
- Share a container with other shippers.
- Ideal for smaller volume shipments.
- Lower costs through container sharing.
- Flexible space solutions based on your needs.
- Perfect for specialized or lower-volume goods.
Specialized Transport for your Special Cargo
Vehicle Transport (Ro-Ro)
Need to move your car, motorcycle, or scooter abroad? Our Roll-on/Roll-off service is ideal for secure and affordable vehicle shipping worldwide.
Oversized or Heavy Items
For large furniture, machinery, or bulky household goods, we arrange custom handling and reinforced loading to ensure safe transport.
Pet Relocation
We organize safe, compliant transport for cats and dogs with IATA-approved crates, veterinary checks, and full customs assistance.
Art & High-Value Goods
From paintings and sculptures to collectibles, we offer custom crating, discreet handling, and insurance options for total protection.
Moving with less Anywhere
Global Shipping Coverage
Wherever you’re moving, DocShipper Moving offers full international sea freight coverage. Whether your destination is in Europe, the Americas, Africa, or Asia, our global network ensures your belongings arrive safely, efficiently, and on time.
All Types of Belongings
From furniture and appliances to clothing, décor, and fragile goods, we handle every kind of personal shipment with the same level of care. Whether you’re moving a few boxes or a full home, our service adapts to your volume and guarantees a smooth relocation experience.
End-to-End Management
From collection at your home to final delivery at your new address, DocShipper Moving manages every phase of your international move. We handle packing, loading, customs clearance, shipping, and setup — one contact, one streamlined process.
Document Assistance
Forget about complicated paperwork — we take care of all export and import documents for you. From packing lists and insurance forms to customs declarations, our experts ensure total compliance and fast clearance at every stage of your move.
Comprehensive Support Beyond Sea Freight
At DocShipper Moving, our services go far beyond traditional shipping. We deliver flexible, all-in-one solutions that adapt to every situation. In addition to sea transport, we provide customs clearance, local delivery, and secure short- or long-term storage near major ports and logistics hubs worldwide.
We also offer professional packing services, multimodal options (sea–air or air–road), real-time shipment tracking, and dedicated coordination from pickup to final setup. With insurance options based on declared value and expert guidance on restricted items and duties, your relocation remains secure and fully compliant at every stage.
Customs Clearance
Our customs agents handle all import and export procedures at both origin and destination, ensuring seamless clearance and complete compliance with local regulations.
Last-Mile Delivery
From the port to your new home, we coordinate local delivery with our trusted partners, guaranteeing safe arrival and timely service.
Storage
If you’re not ready to receive your shipment right away, our secure warehouses near major international ports offer flexible short- and long-term storage solutions.
Multimodal Service
For complex relocations, we combine sea, air, and road freight to create faster, more efficient door-to-door solutions tailored to your needs.
Your Sea Freight Move, Managed from A to Z
Enjoy a complete, reliable, and affordable international moving service. DocShipper Moving oversees every detail, from container loading to customs, transport, and delivery, so your belongings arrive safely and on time — wherever life takes you.
Steps of Your Sea Freight Relocation
Each stage of your relocation is carefully managed by our experts to guarantee a safe and efficient move:
Initial
contact
We assess your needs, define the route, and provide a personalized sea freight quote.
Document
Verification
Our team checks all required paperwork (inventory, packing list, passport, insurance) to ensure smooth customs clearance.
Goods Collection
We pick up your belongings directly from your home, packing and preparing them for transport to the port.
Export Customs Clearance
All export formalities are handled by our customs agents to ensure legal and compliant departure.
Handling and Processing at Origin
Your belongings are processed at the port, palletized or containerized, and loaded safely onto the vessel.
Sea Transport
Your container travels by sea to the destination port. We monitor every stage and keep you updated in real time.
Handling and Processing at Destination
Once the ship arrives, your container is unloaded, processed, and prepared for customs clearance.
Import Customs Clearance
Our destination partners take care of customs, documentation, and import taxes if applicable.
Final Delivery
We deliver your belongings to your new home, unpack if requested, and ensure a smooth arrival experience.
Why Choose DocShipper Moving
Reliable and Economical
Sea freight is the most cost-effective option for moving large volumes internationally — perfect for full-house relocations.
Eco-Friendly
Maritime transport is the most environmentally friendly long-distance solution, producing lower emissions compared to air or road freight.
Proven Experience Worldwide
With offices in 3 continents and partnerships with leading carriers, we ensure reliable sea freight service to and from main ports.
Personalized Support
From the first quote to final delivery, a single point of contact follows your entire move with transparent communication and updates.
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I contacted DocShipper to organize the import of board games from Asia to Switzerland. Despite my lack of experience in the field and the modest size of my request, my dealings with the staff were always professional and efficient. I received sound advice and the staff always took the time to answer my questions. I look forward to working with DocShipper for the import of my goods and highly recommend their services.
Mavrik Grangier
December 10, 2024
My name is Ad Van Den Bosh. I am a Dutch business man cross-trading in the Far East. I reached Robert Houwayek (DocShipper's representative) to clear a 40HC of greenhouse equipment from Qingdao, and deliver it to Lan Krabue in no time. He suggested that I request a Form E, which I did from the supplier, and was able to enjoy a preferential tariff treatment. DocShipper, a way to help you save both time and money!!
Ad van den Bosch
March 5, 2024
I recently used Docshipper to ship my appliances from Germany to Thailand, and I'm thrilled with the service I received! [...]The team was professional, responsive, and kept me informed every step of the way. The packaging and handling of my appliances were top-notch, and they arrived in perfect condition. I was impressed with the attention to detail and care taken to ensure a safe and successful transport. I really recommend Docshipper for it.
Chemmie Chatuphorn
November 28, 2024
In the event of goods being stuck at customs, Robert [...] is a customs broker you should arguably consider to release your cargo. Once I knew that my scale modeling tools coming from Spain are being withheld at Suvarnabhumi Airport, I resorted to him to release it and handle the last mile delivery. All what he asked me is to send 2 emails to be able to do it! [...] Well guess what, within 48 hours, it was done! I got my parcel at my place in Phuket.
Chan chan
Mar 5, 2024
A vice president caught up in the thick of thin things, an EXW shipment of plumbing supplies for irrigation from Eureka California to Costa Rica is definitely not what I’d like to have on my agenda. Robert’s hang-in-there posture toward any arising challenges in shipping. [...] skillfully handled all US export formalities incl. SED/AES filing, not to mention the sea freight from Oakland POL. Everything ended up working out like a charm!
Dave Sheppard
July 10, 2024
I feel they covered everything. DocShipper shipped a 20- ft Milvan overseas to Laem Chabang for a customer. The team was responsible for shipping the shipping to another country. Having very little knowledge in this area, I didn't know how to organise myself . One week after my arrival on the Asian continent. Marc O. Was available at all times and nearly instant feedback. Made a stressful event much easier and he definitely knows his job.
Anonymous, Indiana
Aug 9, 2023
When to Choose (or Not) Sea Freight
Although widely popular, ocean shipping isn’t always the best transport option.
When to choose?
- Economical for large volumes
- Heavy or oversized goods
- Non-perishable goods
- Ports with strong connections (Ho Chi Minh, Hai Phong)
- Goods requiring minimal handling
- Products resistant to climate changes
When to avoid?
- Urgent shipments
- Short or local distances
- High-value or sensitive goods
- When enhanced security is needed
- Limited access to port infrastructure
- Frequent small-volume shipments
- Complex or short supply chains
- Seasonal demand fluctuations
The essential documents
for sea freight move
To ensure a smooth relocation, we handle and verify all required documents:
- Bill of Lading
- Packing List
- Passport Copy
- Insurance Certificate
- Import/Export License
Have questions? We
have answers
Ready to Plan Your International Move?
Trust DocShipper Moving for a smooth, affordable, and fully managed sea freight relocation.
