Biddulphs International was founded over 80 years ago and since then we've built up a network of branches spanning Southern Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Biddulphs is a well respected member of the removal industry, both here and abroad. A separate International Division has been established to deal with overseas moves. As the largest independent movers in South Africa, we take pride in the fact that we still run with the flexibility of a smaller business. This means personal attention to our customers, and a strong and motivated staff, with emphasis on service.

Biddulphs International are members not only of SAIMA, South African International Movers Association and PMA Professional Movers Assocation, BAR, The British Association of Removers, HHGFAA, Household Goods Forwarders Association of America and are also shareholders in and members of Unigroup Worldwide UTS which has over 1500 global service centres on six continents. Our Johannesburg Branch is also a member of the prestgious FIDI Association based in Brussels with a world wide membership.

• Membership of these organisations ensures that the highest standards of services are upheld in the removal industry.

• The network of 13 branches spread throughout Southern Africa places us in an ideal position to handle inbound shipments.
• Subcontractors are not utilised and all moves are under the direct control of Biddulphs.
• Storage can be provided in one of our own modern warehouses.
• A complete customs clearance service is given.
• Our skilled and trained packers carry out a full delivery and unpacking service in accordance with the customers' requirements.

• On request we will send you a Relocation Guide giving pertinent information about South Africa.
• Introduction to the area that you will be residing in is available.
• Information on schools and housing can also be provided.
  

Shipping documents should be forwarded to the destination branch which will handle the customs clearance and delivery, and should be received a minimum of 10 days before the vessel docks. The required documents are:

Household Effects

• Original Bill of Lading
• DA304
• P.I.160
• Inventory
• Passport
• Permanent Resident's Permit
• Affidavit

Personal Effects

• Original Bill of Lading
• P.I.160
• Inventory
• Affidavit

Vehicles

• DA304A
• Import Permit
• Passport
• Original Bill of Lading
• Registration papers
• Invoice
• SABS Letter of Authority

Click on our forms page to download the forms that you require.

Household Effects

Used household effects are duty free if the client has had them in their possession for more than 1 year. The consignments are not always stopped for customs examination. Customs take approximately 11 working days to clear the consignment. The client must present himself to Customs with all documentation.

Personal Effects

The consignment must consist of clothing only, ie no appliances. These consignments are always stopped for customs examination and take approximately 11 working days to clear. Client must present himself to Customs with all documentation. NB: All linen, books, tape recorders will be treated as household effects.

Vehicles

VAT is always payable. These consignments are stopped for customs examinations. Client should complete all documentation and present it to the Customs department, together with his passport so that Customs may attest the DA304A's. The documentation should be returned to us in order for clearance to take place. If everything is in order, Customs will endorse the Bill of Entry which is then presented to the Motor Licence Department, who will issue the licence. Approximately 11 working days to clear.

Pets and Animals

A Veterinary Certificate is required from the origin country. The Certificate must be presented to Customs at least 4 days prior to the animal's arrival in South Africa. It takes approximately 6 working days to clear. Quarantine is not always necessary, and the animal will be released if the State Veterinary Surgeon is satisfied with the condition of the animal.

Biddulphs' Inbound Controller will manage the movement of your consignment from arrival at the port of delivery to your new residence. We will guide you through the S A Customs requirements and handle the actual clearance through Customs for you. The delivery to your residence will be done by our own international team.

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