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FAQ & Tips
Check out our tips and frequently asked questions that can help you with your international move.
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Traveling with your Pet in the cabinFor the vast majority of destination countries and airlines, it is possible for you and your pet to travel together, on the same flight. To travel in the cabin, the pet must not exceed 7 kg, or 8 kg (pet + transport bag). It must be packed in a “soft” bag (soft bags, type of fabric or leather - maximum standard measurement is 55cm length X 40cm height X 23cm width), and can be fed and hydrated by the owner during the trip, as well as changing the mats toilets if necessary. The owner stays with the pet for the entire trip. For more details, please contact us!
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How to pack your furnitureWhen it comes to packing your furniture, there are a few ways to prepare to protect your goods in transit. As well as furniture that you cannot disassemble, items such as a chair, a dining table, a mirror or a sofa. You should also pay attention to the edges with good quality bubble wrap. If you have glass items that you cannot disassemble (e.g., glass-topped table), remove the glass and wrap everything before moving. We at Daex Moving provide all the support to help you pack your furniture more safely. Call us directly for more information.
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Eliminating unnecessary itemsIf you are about to move and your house has a lot of things to pack, here are some valuable tips that will ease the time of organization. Here are things you can set aside to throw away or even donate: • Clothes that don't fit; • Shoes that have only been worn once; • Outdated electronics such as old phones or VHS players; • Expired makeup; • Instruction manuals; • Old bills and receipts; • Containers without lids; • Old towels; • Water bottles; • Old magazines; • Decoration items.
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Are you moving to Portugal? Check which documents you must provide to request the change:⭕️ Baggage Certificate (issued by the Portuguese consulate at origin); ⭕️ Payload list with values; ⭕️ Certificate of Residence issued by the Parish Council of the residence; ⭕️ Copy of Passport; ⭕️ Portuguese tax number (NIF) is the equivalent of our CPF.
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Is your cargo insured?A very important point that many people do not take into account… From the moment your cargo leaves the place of origin, it is already subject to an accident, so think carefully. Protect your goods, whether for Imports, Exports or unaccompanied baggage.
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Are you returning to Brazil and have many questions about shipping?Is it better if I go ahead and organize some important points for the arrival of my move? But where to leave this change until you send it to Brazil ? But if I can send this change later, will I not have problems with the arrival of this cargo? There are many questions and concerns right now, but we will help you find a solution… You can go to Brazil first and organize everything for the arrival of your move, the process is smoother and more organized … Where to leave your change is not a problem either, we have a warehouse with its own structure for storage and cargo handling … This whole process in our hands, reducing loss of time and operating costs … After you return to Brazil, you have up to 6 months to make your changes, that is, everything is within Brazilian legislation
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The Importance of a Customs BrokerAny import, export or unaccompanied baggage process requires verification of a series of documents. To provide this documentation, it is necessary to face several fiscal, tax, commercial and logistical procedures. And it is through a broker who determines the legality of the operation, enabling the release of the goods or their unaccompanied baggage. Using this simplified information, we have brokers in Brazil, the United States and Europe at the main ports to streamline and make the entire process as smooth as possible for you …
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import of old carsIf you are a collector and are interested in importing or exporting, we can help you throughout the process. We work with Customs consultancy in Foreign Trade Operations, with our own structure and selected partners to provide an excellent service to our customers. Through an extensive know-how, we carry out export and import operations worldwide.
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When to opt for consolidated cargo?DURING INTERNATIONAL MOVING you can also send a consolidated shipment, often the moving person does not need to send his complete house or apartment. In this case, a consolidated load is made according to the needs of each customer. This load can be characterized in boxes or pallets. The consolidated offers several advantages: But it may not be the most suitable option, to ensure that it is the best alternative, you should check some criteria. **Observe the nature of the load, as depending on the product, the consolidated load can damage it; **Analyze the relationship of physical space within the modal and the advantages; **Check if it is better to choose the charge by weight or by load unit; Finally, compare whether there really are financial gains in this format if it is commercial. So the first step is to get in touch, we want to hear from you!
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Benefits of an international moveToday, there are some Brazilians who are currently living in the USA, but miss returning to their country, or even the opposite, people who are in Brazil and want to live in the USA. And in these posts we will talk about the benefits of an international move, whether from Brazil to the USA or the other way around. ▪️ Sentimental value – moving is not just about sending your personal items. But send your immigration story, work, difficulties, dreams and achievements. ▪️ Financial Value – we have to take into account that their furniture and appliances are of the highest quality and with a low cost of purchases compared to Brazil. ▪️ Tax exemption – everyone moving and their family who decides to return to their country, has the right to take their personal items, whether new or used, tax-free. ▪️ Having Daex as a partner – that's right, the advantage of taking your move with Daex is the total commitment of our team and partners involved. We are delighted to provide the best possible experience at this very important moment in your life, we want to be part of your story.
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Who can import?You can import! Yes, whether you are an individual or a legal entity, you can import products, but it is necessary to know what the procedures are for an individual and what are the procedures for a legal entity. Our intention here is to solve this doubt, because many think that only legal entities can import products, but no, even if you are an individual, you can participate in this wonderful market. Keep following us, we will bring you more and more information to prepare you to build a solid business, or even to consume more cost-effectively.
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Which products to import?Many want to embark on this world of foreign markets, and there is always a doubt in their minds, which products to import? Well, normally we would say to focus on your niche, your industry. However, today, importing electronic products is paying off a lot, due to the cost-benefit issue, the clothing sector is also always on the rise. We recommend that you do some research, because with time, various market segments, sometimes it pays off and sometimes it doesn't. Our tip is to do your research beforehand, and most importantly, if it's an investment, that it be linked to what you already work with and are familiar with.
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How does exporting products work in Brazil?Opportunities in the foreign market are much sought after by Brazilian entrepreneurs. However, it is necessary to prepare for this type of market, so let's take a look at what you, as an entrepreneur, need to have on hand in order to make your business more viable, within the law and still bring profits to your business. You will need to have all the necessary documents in your possession, we will score them, and later on we will talk more specifically about each one. Documents referring to the exporter; documents referring to the export contract; documents relating to merchandise; and initial registrations. You must also choose the types of export, direct and indirect; payment methods in the export process; and the laws that govern this procedure. For more information, please contact us.
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change by airWe recommend this type of transport for small-sized moves, we do not advise sending large or large-volume furniture, due to cost reasons, indicated for moves of up to 600kg (six hundred kilos). 🚢Moving via sea: Indicated for any size of change, as the goods are accommodated in maritime containers, which exist in three different sizes: 20'= 33m3, 40'= 68m3 and 40HC= 76m3, so you can choose the most suitable according to the volume of change.
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Do you know what customs clearance is?Customs clearance is a mandatory process required by the Federal Revenue to carry out any type of import and export of products and goods. Its procedures are inevitable in the process of nationalizing (import) or denationalizing (export) the goods, just as each one of them has its own bureaucracies, documentation and particularities to be fulfilled in accordance with our legislation. In other words, we want to say that there is no way or magic formula to escape the RFB (Federal Revenue Service of Brazil).
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Worried about Taxes? Understand how it works.Have you ever given up submitting out of fear? The bureaucracy of goods outside Brazil is different. We work with an agile Logistics, we have loads every week leaving Brazil and all the bureaucratic part and with an agent.
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What are the best products to export from Brazil to the USA?There are many Brazilians living in the US, and many would like to buy products from Brazil, wanting to keep their roots, but the question is: What are the best products to bring from Brazil to the US? 🤔 • Clothes; • Footwear; • Handmade; • Some food items (to make that typical dish). Do you want to know about other products that you would like to bring? Get in touch with us!
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Why leave the move to the carrier?The change itself is already exhausting, so outsourcing this work to someone who specializes in the subject is much better. If you do your import with other companies, they will charge you around 150% above the cargo price. Rethink and reconsider, a carrier may be more viable.
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Advantages of ImportingThe importation can mean the fundamental difference between your company and the competitors. Through imports, your business reaches the most dynamic markets in the world, obtaining the best resources to increase the competitiveness of your business. It is worth investing in import solutions: in a global and competitive world, import is the secret to a successful business. And here are some advantages: state-of-the-art technology, attractive prices, competitive suppliers and differential.
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How to pay Fees and Expenses?Did you know that there are 4 main ways to pay fees and other expenses arising from the import and export process? These are: - Payment in advance; - Remittance without withdrawal; - Documentary collection; - Letter of credit. With this versatility of methods, it is much easier to program and organize your finance for the payment of fees.
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