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Frequently Asked Questions About Shipping Luggage overseas to

Bahamas

How to ship personal belongings to Bahamas from UK, and what information or documents are required for sending my luggage to Bahamas.

Our Specialty: Unaccompanied Baggage for Student moves, personal effects, and excess baggage, international shipping of personal effects with flexible options to Bahamas.


Global reach: International shipping company for Personal effects and household moves from the UK to Bahamas or destinations worldwide.


Our Services: Door-to-door or door-to-port, air and sea freight, professional or self-packing options.


Transit Time: Fastest luggage shipping, delivery typically takes 4– 10 working days.


General Phrases
  • "How can I ship my luggage from UK to Bahamas? “

  • "What are the requirements for sending personal belongings internationally?"

  • "Unaccompanied baggage shipping from UK to Bahamas"

  • "Door-to-door luggage shipping services Bahamas"

  • "Send personal effects overseas to Bahamas"

  • "International luggage courier services to Bahamas

  • "International shipping companies to Bahamas


📦 Specific Information Requests
  • "What documents are needed to ship personal belongings to Bahamas?"

  • "How much does it cost to send luggage to Bahamas?"

  • "Can I send used clothes and household items abroad to Bahamas?"

  • "What items are prohibited in international luggage shipping to Bahamas?"


To send personal belongings to Bahamas from the UK, you'll need to use a shipping service that specializes in international luggage transport like ours. You'll also need to ensure all required documentation, such as customs declarations and a detailed packing list are provided, please see below.


  1. Copy of Travellers passport page with photograph.

  2. Copies of any visas or work permits.

  3. A detailed packing list. (Required for importing unaccompanied personal effects).

  4. An original, completed unaccompanied baggage form signed by the consignee, who must be the traveller / owner of the goods.

Here are a few details we will require from you for shipping luggage overseas:


  1. Type of items: Personal belongings (e.g., clothes, books, household items)

  2. Estimated weight: [e.g., 25 kg] Max weight must not exceed 30Kilos.

  3. Number of packages: [e.g., 2 suitcases, boxes]

  4. Sizes (box, luggage dimensions in CM)

  5. Preferred shipping date: [date]


Required Documents


Copy of Passport

  • Confirms your identity and is often required for customs clearance.

Packing List / Inventory

  • A detailed list of all items in your luggage.

  • Include:

  • Item names

  • Quantities

  • Estimated values

  • Condition (used/new)

Customs Declaration

  • States that the items are for personal use and not for resale.

Proof of Address (if requested)

  • Utility bill or bank statement to verify your UK address.


📦 Information You’ll Need to Provide

  • Sender’s and Receiver’s Full Name and Address

  • Contact Numbers and Email

  • Purpose of Shipment (e.g., relocation, student move, personal effects)

  • Weight and Dimensions of Each Bag

  • Estimated Value of the Shipment


🚫 Prohibited Items


Avoid shipping:

  • Alcohol, tobacco, Liquids, aerosols, batteries (Lithium-ion Batteries), electric sccoters, and perfumed body sprays.

  • Electronics (unless declared) must not contain Batteries

  • Jewellery, cash, or high-value items.

  • Food, seeds, or animal products, dairy products, Fresh produce.


Concession Eligibility


You may be exempt from customs duty and GST if:

  • You are moving to country permanently or temporarily visiting.

  • The goods are personally owned and used by you overseas for more than 3 months. New items may be liable to Duties and taxes.

  • The items are not for resale and meet the arrival Customs criteria.

  • Please note these are at the discretion of arrival customs authority.

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