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Planning Ahead: The Secret to a Less Stressful Aliyah

Shipping to Israel involves much more than packing boxes. There are countless tasks to complete before moving day, including decluttering your home, deciding what to ship, selling or donating unwanted items, setting a packing date,…

How Video Surveys Help Estimate Shipping Costs and Volume

One of the most important steps in planning an aliyah shipment is the pre-move survey. The purpose of the survey is to estimate the volume of your shipment and provide an approximate shipping cost before packing day arrives. Today,…

Aliyah Air Freight: Ideal (and Economical) for Small Shipments to Israel

If you are shipping a smaller number of boxes to Israel, Aliyah Air Freight can be a practical and efficient solution for you. This service is generally ideal for shipments of approximately 5 to 15 boxes, although smaller or larger…

Economy Sea Freight: A Practical Shipping Option for Smaller Moves

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Moving to Israel does not always require full packing services or a dedicated container shipment. For customers looking for a more economical option, a budget shipment may be a practical solution. Here’s how the process generally…

Flexible Shipping Options When Plans Change

One of the helpful things about shipping to Israel is that there is often a great deal of logistical flexibility available along the way. Depending on your situation, options may include: Temporary storage at origin or destination Adding…

Understanding Shipping Container Temperature Changes During Transit to Israel

When people picture ocean shipping, they often imagine their shipment traveling in cool sea air across the Atlantic. In reality, temperatures inside a shipping container can vary dramatically depending on several important factors. During…

Why Fragile Stickers Are Worth Every Penny

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When preparing for your aliyah shipment, one of the simplest and most inexpensive tools you can buy is a roll of bright red FRAGILE stickers. For about $15, you can purchase a roll of approximately 100 stickers — and they can make…

A Simple Guide to Port Fees in Israel

When your shipment arrives in Israel, there are several port-related services that take place before delivery can happen. These services are handled by the Israeli port, bonded warehouse facilities, and local handling agents. The charges…

Understanding Your Israel Import Forms

While your shipment is traveling to Israel by sea, there are several important import forms that will need to be completed before customs clearance and delivery can take place. These forms help us coordinate customs processing and prepare…

Understanding Export Requirements for Shipments from the USA

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International shipments leaving the United States require certain documentation before cargo can legally depart the country. One of the most important requirements is the AES filing (Automated Export System filing), When preparing…