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International Moving From USA to Spain

 

Moving from the USA to Spain has become increasingly popular among families, digital nomads, students, and retirees. Spain offers a warm climate, high quality of life, and straightforward customs procedures for personal belongings.

Available Shipping Methods

  • Full Container Load (FCL): Ideal for large moves or entire households.

  • Less Container Load (LCL): Shared container solution for smaller shipments.

  • Air Freight: Quick delivery for urgent or minimal shipments.

  • Groupage Shipping: Cost-efficient consolidated option.

Transit Times

  • East Coast → Spain: 18–25 days

  • West Coast → Spain: 30–40 days

  • Air freight: 4–8 days

Documents Required

  • Passport and Spanish visa

  • Resident or NIE number (if available)

  • Inventory list

  • Declaration of used items

  • Authorization for customs clearance

Spanish Customs Overview

Spain allows duty-free import of used household goods if:

  • They have been owned for at least 6 months

  • The owner is moving residence to Spain

Restricted goods include:

  • Food, plants, and seeds

  • Weapons

  • Large quantities of electronics

  • Liquids and chemicals

Helpful Moving Tips

  • Begin organizing early

  • Use professional packing to avoid damage during long-distance transport

  • Keep valuable documents with you

  • Track your shipment through the moving company

Contact Parustrans — with more than 20 years of experience, we calculate the shipping cost and select the optimal transportation solution.