International Van Lines Moving FAQ’S

International Van Lines has helped households relocate across the United States and to more than 180 countries since 2000. Whether you are planning a long-distance move within the U.S. or shipping household goods overseas, the same questions come up again and again: how pricing works, what you can pack, how long delivery takes, and what documents you need at the border.

This FAQ page answers the questions our coordinators hear on every call — from deposits and cancellation rules to international customs, container sizes, and insurance. Use it as a starting point, then request a free quote when you are ready for numbers tied to your inventory and lane.

For step-by-step planning, see our international moving checklist and cost calculators. For a binding estimate, speak with a relocation specialist who can walk through origin access, destination requirements, and service options for your move.