Customs issues rarely come from dramatic contraband problems. They usually come from incomplete inventories, food items, or undeclared electronics and valuables.
How to reduce customs friction
Use a clear inventory, identify high-value items, and avoid vague category names. Movers can help with the packet, but the shipper still owns the accuracy of the declaration.
- List electronics, art, and appliances with enough detail to identify them.
- Check destination rules for food, alcohol, plants, and medication.
- Keep scans of the signed inventory and customs forms outside the shipment.