Moving to Puerto Rico from the US
Are you in the process of moving to Puerto Rico from the U.S. mainland? Are you looking for a reliable shipping company to transport your household goods? At Ship DEI, we have been in operation for over 35 years. In that time, we have built a reputation as one of the most reliable U.S based shipping companies helping people move to Puerto Rico. Get a quote today by clicking on the button.
Moving to Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is a paradise for tourists and visitors alike. In fact, four million people visit this U.S. territory every year, lured in by the enchanting beaches, rich culture, and local cuisine. If you have made the choice to move here permanently, you will need someone to get all your household goods and cars here. That’s when you turn to Direct Express Inc.
We handle household moves from the mainland USA to Puerto Rico every day of the week, bringing you safe, expedited shipping at affordable rates backed by 30 years of experience. From members of the military to families and singles to anyone else, we can get you to Puerto Rico from the United States efficiently and affordably.
Now’s a great time to grab a free quote on a move to this beautiful Caribbean island. Just get in touch with our team at +001.310.324.2100.
Our Process: Moving to Puerto Rico from the USA
Are you being relocated for a new job? Are you looking to settle down with your family here in this tropical paradise? Are you moving back home after being away for many years? Whatever the case, we can get you and all your household goods safely to Puerto Rico in no time.
Here’s what the process looks like in a nutshell:
✓ Call or click for a free quote from us on moving to Puerto Rico from the U.S.
✓ Pack your belongings or pay us to do it so no damage occurs to your belongings.
✓ We will drop off your household goods and car at your desired departure port.
✓ The ship or plane will depart for Puerto Rico. You will be provided with an estimated transit time.
✓ Upon arrival, your goods will be unloaded and go through the customs process.
✓ Your goods will be delivered to you.
You can rely on our experienced team to provide all of these services and more:
✓ Accurate quotes based on volume
✓ Packing and wrapping
✓ Door-to-door full-service moves
✓ Pickup and delivery from anywhere in the USA
✓ Customs clearance and documentation
✓ Enclosed storage
Destination Ports in Puerto Rico
We will ship vehicles, cargo, and household goods to these major cities and ports in Puerto Rico:
✓ San Juan
✓ Guayama
✓ Yabucoa
✓ Gu Anica
✓ Mayaguez
✓ Guayanilla
✓ Ponce
San Juan is the capital and largest city in Puerto Rico, which is why it’s the busiest port we sail into. However, we sail and fly into many ports all over Puerto Rico, and can even accommodate you if you live further inland.
Departure Ports in the USA
Here are the U.S. ports where we sail out of when shipping your goods to Puerto Rico:
✓ Los Angeles, CA
✓ Houston, TX
✓ Savannah, GA
✓ New Jersey, NJ
✓ Miami, FL
✓ Jacksonville, FL
✓ New York
We can give you a more accurate price when you book with us and let us know which port you will be departing from.
Shipping Options When Moving to Puerto Rico from the US
Home to 3.2 million, Puerto Rico is one of our more popular destinations for shipping household goods from the U.S. We can get your stuff here in one of three ways:
Shared Container
Shared container: Don’t have enough cargo to fill an entire container? Select this option and only pay for the volume you ship. You will save money due to the fact that you’re sharing a container with other customers. It may take longer to get to Puerto Rico because you will have to wait for the container to be filled by other customers.
Sole Container
Sole container: This container option is a faster option because it ships whenever your container is loaded by you. You don’t share it with other people so you don’t have to wait. However, it’s a more expensive option than a shared container.
Air Freight
Air freight: This option will cost you the most money, and that’s because your goods arrive in a matter of hours, not days. This is only for smaller shipments.
How Long Does it Take to Ship Goods to Puerto Rico?
With ocean freight, it can take up to two weeks before your shipment arrives in Puerto Rico. However, if you have chosen air freight, your belongings will be delivered to you in a matter of hours after the departure of the plane.
For those using ocean shipping, transit times will depend on the location of the departure port on the mainland. Florida is physically the nearest state to Puerto Rico. From there, transit times are much less than from elsewhere in the country.
In a nutshell, transit times aren’t an exact science. Depending on many factors like departure and arrival port, shipping option, and more, the times we provide to you are an estimate only. We will keep you apprised of updates once your shipment has left the port.
What You Need When Moving to Puerto Rico From the USA?
It’s easy for U.S. citizens to move to Puerto Rico, as there are minimal requirements for doing so. For example, there is no need for work permits or visas. Puerto Rico does have its own customs-clearing authority, though. In order to ship your belongings to the island, you will need the following documents:
✓ Your driver’s license or passportÂ
✓ Copy of social security card
✓ Power of attorney made out to the delivery company in Puerto Rico
✓ Declaration letter listing the depreciated value of the shipment on this letter
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car to Puerto Rico?
The cost to transport your household belongings to Puerto Rico from the U.S. mainland, which can include the contents of your house and your vehicle, will depend on several factors. Take the volume of your goods, for example. How heavy your stuff is and how much there is of it will determine the amount of space you will have in the shipping container. We ship by volume, so cost is a direct result of this.
The shipping option that you choose, as well as the distance between the two ports, will also influence the cost.
Why Choose Direct Express Inc.?
When you need to relocate from the U.S. to Puerto Rico, you will need the assistance of a trusted, experienced shipping company like us. We’ve been at this for three decades, so you can bet we understand all the factors that ensure a successful shipping experience. Want to ship your stuff to Puerto Rico with no stress on your part? Let us take over the timelines, documentation, and logistics so you can relax.
The next step? Fill out our online form or call us at +001.310.324.2100 to get your free quote.
Service Option Packages
ECONOMY SHIPPING SERVICE OPTION
- You pack your household goods at your own pace and deliver them to our loading depot.
- We receive and document via photos and reports, we will load them into a container for shipping and clear them with US Customs.
- Once at the destination, our agent will assist you with clearing your household goods through Customs at the destination.Â
- Pick up your household goods at the destination depot.
- Most Affordable Option.
STANDARD SHIPPING SERVICE OPTION
- You pack your household goods at your own pace and deliver them to our loading depot.
- Our team will unload and receive, documents via photos and reports, we will load them into a container for shipping and clear them with US Customs.
- Once at the destination, our agent will assist you with clearing your household goods through Customs at the destination.
- Door delivery of your household goods will be scheduled to fit your needs by our destination agent.
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PRIORITY SHIPPING SERVICE OPTION
- You pack your household goods at your own pace and we will deliver a container to your door for you to load.
- We will schedule the collection and transport of fully loaded containers and deliver to the port for shipping and clear them with US Customs.
- Once at the destination, our agent will assist you with clearing your household goods through Customs at the destination.
- Door delivery of your household goods will be scheduled to best fit your needs by our destination agent.
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PREMIUM SHIPPING SERVICE OPTION
- We will send a team to carefully pack and load into a container for shipping.
- We will schedule the collection and transport of fully loaded containers and deliver to the port for shipping and clear them with US Customs.
- Once at the destination, our agent will assist you with clearing your household goods through Customs at the destination.
- Door delivery of your household goods will be scheduled to best fit your needs by our destination agent.
- Door delivery of your household goods will be scheduled to best fit your needs by our destination agent.
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