Our destination-specific customs advice explains the documents you'll need to complete and the requirements you must meet when shipping belongings.
Why choose us for China shipping?
Purpose-built shipping boxes and materials provided
Trusted international collection and delivery for over 25 years
Pick your own shipping dates for delivery and collection
Enjoy 2 weeks of FREE storage before and after shipment
Our service handles the customs clearance process in China
Trusted China luggage delivery for over 25 years
From the dunes of the Gobi Desert to the summit of Mount Everest, the winding waters of the Yangtze River to the skyscraper-studded skyline of Shanghai, China spans much of East Asia, offering international visitors limitless scope for exploration. Luckily, our services ship boxes, household items, furniture and luggage to over 300 international cities. So, no matter where your adventure takes you, our shipping experts have you covered.
Plus, our comprehensive shipping service handles the entire process, including providing top-quality packing materials, collection and delivery, secure storage and arranging customs clearance. Pair that with over 25 years of China shipping experience, thousands of five-star reviews and a friendly team of multilingual advisors, and you can rest assured your personal effects are in safe and capable hands.
Here are the provinces our shipping to China service covers:
Haerbin, Changchun, Shenyang, Dalian, Beijing, Shijiazhuang, Tianjin, Jinan, Qingdao, Nanjing, Wuxi, Suzhou, Shanghai, Ningbo, Hangzhou, Fuzhou, Xiamen, Guangzhou, Zhongshan, Shenzhen, Foshan, Dongguan, Nanning, Kunming, Changsha, Nanchang, Hefei, Zhengzhou, Taiyuan, Xi’an, Wuhan, Chongqing and Chendu.
We provide shipping from US to China door-to-door delivery and collection services to the areas in dark blue.
Send to China boxes, bags and suitcases from the US
As one of the USA's most highly regarded international shipping companies, we've spent years working to fine-tune our service, creating a streamlined process that takes all of the stress out of shipping. Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy by choosing our China boxes and bags shipping services:
- Our service handles customs paperwork: not only do our services collect and deliver your international shipments, we also take care of quarantine and customs requirements once your goods have been shipped to China. That's one more task ticked off your to-do list!
- Secure storage for shipments: our team of overseas shippers take the safety of your personal items incredibly seriously. That's why we offer two weeks of free storage on either side at one of our secure facilities and provide export-strength shipping boxes to protect your possessions on during international shipping.
- No hidden costs: our free shipping quote tool tells you exactly how much you'll be paying and clearly itemises all shipping rates, so you don't have to worry about any nasty surprises. Plus, we never ask for full payment in advance, instead, we stagger the charges to give you enough time to find your feet in China.
- Online tracking tool: once you place your order, you'll have access to our international online tracker. It lets you keep an eye on your belongings from the US to delivery in China. Plus, add our Basic or Premier insurance policy for even greater peace of mind.
Send a shipment from USA to China in 5 easy steps
Free online quick quote
Our instant quote tool provides a clear, itemised cost with no hidden fees or nasty surprises.
Pick shipping and delivery dates
When placing your order, choose the materials, delivery and collection dates that suit you.
Securely pack your items
We deliver your empty shipping boxes or International MoveCube®, ready for you to fill.
We collect and ship
Complete the online documentation. Then we'll transport your items to China.
Delivery to your address
Our team will clear your goods through customs and provide delivery to your new home.
Don't just take our word for it
Our customers love shipping from the US to China!
Chinese inventory form
All shipping boxes and personal belongings sent to China are x-rayed upon arrival. The inventory listing the contents of your shipment is then compared to the x-ray image. If they don't match, shipments are opened and physically inspected by Customs Officials in China, causing delays and additional charges. Customers can use this form to list their inventory.
Ship to China: what top-quality boxes do we offer?
When shipping items to China, the first step to protecting your delivery effects is ensuring they're correctly packed. While you can use your own packing materials (although please no laundry bags, bin liners, and used shipping boxes as they're too flimsy!), we strongly suggest using the purpose-built shipping cartons we provide with our international services. These containers are manufactured to our precise specifications and made from chemically-hardened, double-walled cardboard to offer your goods maximum security for their journey to China.
The two main sizes our shipping boxes come in are Large, ideal for bulky belongings like clothing and bedding, and Standard, best for books, kitchenware and other small but hefty household goods. However, we also offer a range of bespoke shipping boxes for unusually shaped items like bicycles and guitars. Also, to keep everyone safe, our drivers can't accept delivery containers exceeding 30kg/66lbs, so overestimate the number you'll need to distribute the weight. Don't worry if there are shipping boxes left over, as we'll collect them for no extra charge so long as they're in good reusable condition.
If you have larger items to send, another shipping option is our International MoveCube® service.
Large shipping box
External dimensions:
61 x 51 x 41cm / 24 x 20 x 16.14 inches
Best for international shipping:
- Sports equipment
- Clothes
- Bedding
Standard shipping box
External dimensions:
51 x 41 x 31cm / 20 x 16.14 x 12.2 inches
Best for international shipping:
- Files and papers
- Books
- Children's toys
Protect you items travelling from USA to China with our bespoke boxes
Over the years, our services have transported all sorts of international shipments to China. From golf clubs and prams to cellos and skis, essentially, as long as it meets customs regulations, our expert team can handle all your requirements for an affordable charge.
Alongside our Large and Standard shipping boxes, here are a few of the specialist shipping boxes we supply:
- Extra strong cardboard cartons if you want to ship adult and child bikes to China, although please note that you must dismantle the pedals and ensure the wheels are thoroughly clean before sending.
- Strengthened shipping containers to provide a range of different sized suitcases with extra protection.
- Protective shipping boxes to safely accommodate your golf clubs and bags to China.
FAQs about international shipping from US to China
Whether you want to ship a few shipping boxes or the entire contents of your home, our shipping service to China makes sending personal belongings straightforward and affordable. Here's how our shipping from USA to China process works in three steps:
- Firstly, get your obligation-free online quote, order a service and choose suitable collection and delivery shipping dates. Then, before move day, we'll drop off any packing materials you've requested so you can securely wrap your possessions. Please write your name, job number and the destination country and city on at least two sides of each shipping box to ensure everything runs smoothly.
- Next, fill in the documentation available through your online account and upload scans of your passport and visa. One of our friendly drivers will then arrive on the designated date to pick up your shipping boxes, bags and suitcases.
- Lastly, we'll ship your belongings overseas to China. Complete customs paperwork to ensure entry into China, and complete delivery to your chosen destination, whether that's a home address or to one of our depots or a port for you to collect.
Shipping from USA to China times by sea or air delivery services depend on your budget and timeframe. Shipping your item(s) via sea is the cheapest and most environmentally friendly option, but it can take up to 108 days. On the other hand, shipments sent via our air shipping service take 10 days at a slightly higher cost.
Fill out our free international quote form to get the most accurate shipping costs for sending luggage and shipping boxes from the US to China using our services. It only takes a moment to submit and gives a transparent, itemised breakdown of all the shipping rates involved, including warehouse handling, delivery, customs clearance, transportation and other related charges when sending goods to China.
When shipping possessions to China, there are several steps both citizens and visitors need to take to avoid paying customs duties. Before we ship your belongings, confirm with us your arrival date and ensure you're present in the country when they land. Please note that shipments must arrive within six months of your landing.
Then, upon entering China, declare your unaccompanied luggage by taking the red customs channel at the airport and presenting your completed "Customs Baggage Declaration Form for Incoming Passengers" to the customs agent. You'll need to send this stamped form and a copy of the entry stamp on your passport by courier to our Guangzhou office (see below for the address) before your shipment arrives.
Guangzhou office details
Company: Seven Seas Worldwide China
Receiver: Kameron Liu
Address: Room 807, Winkong International Plaza, No.577, Jingang Ave, Nansha District, Guangzhou
Postcode: 511458
During inspection, officials may ask for additional documentation, such as your original passport, ID, or work/resident permit. In such an event, staff at our Guangzhou office will contact you for the necessary paperwork. Do note that failure to provide these can delay your shipment or result in your goods not qualifying for the tax exemption allowance.
Also, all shipments are x-rayed during the customs inspection process, so your inventory list must be 100% accurate. Otherwise, your shipping boxes will need to undergo a physical inspection causing delays and additional charges.
However, if you are already in the country and have a Chinese passport, meaning you're unable to provide a "Customs Baggage Declaration Form for Incoming Passengers", you'll need to:
- Pay all taxes and duties as your shipment doesn't qualify for the CNY 5000 allowance.
- Provide an entry stamp and a letter containing the date of your arrival in China, the reason for not obtaining the declaration form and confirmation that you will pay all taxes and duties on your items.
- Pay for a one-time additional clearance charge of CNY200.
Check our customs advice page for China for further information.
China has strict rules regarding what you can import into the country. To avoid fines and delays, ensure your inventory packing list is accurate, and your shipments do not contain any prohibited items before shipping. Our restricted items page contains a comprehensive list of all the items you can't ship from the US to China and certain service-based restrictions.
To ensure your goods arrive via the quickest and most efficient method possible when shipping luggage to China, all shipments' international delivery routes are predefined and cannot be altered.
How long does delivery from the USA to China take?*
By sea shipping services
108 days
By air shipping services
10 days
*estimated timings dependent on global circumstances
Protect your China shipment with 4 simple packing tips:
For our international shipping company, the security of your treasured possessions and prized belongings is our top priority. And while we take the greatest care to ensure your shipping boxes' safety, the only way to guarantee they travel from A to B unscathed is to pack them correctly before they set off. Here are a few handy tips to make the packing process a breeze (and don't forget to add our Basic or Premier insurance policy for added protection):
Sort your belongings and choose what to ship:
While you might be raring to wrap, think about whether you actually need all the items you're planning to pack — after all, the less you ship, the cheaper the cost.
You should also consider whether the possessions you want to ship adhere to China customs and quarantine regulations, so check our Prohibitive Items page before gathering your goods to avoid fees and delays.
Order plenty of packing materials:
To become a packing pro, the three tools you'll require are durable shipping boxes, sturdy parcel tape and lots of bubble wrap, all of which we can provide!
Fill your shipping boxes with heavy and then lightweight items, wrapping each object individually. Then, pad any gaps with crumpled paper, towels or other cushioning materials to prevent them from bumping around.
Seal your shipping boxes:
Once packed, close the container tightly and apply at least three strips of brown tape evenly over all flaps and seams. Then, using an easy-to-read marker, label at least two sides of each box with your name, job number and the destination country and city.
Also, don't forget to carefully complete your online inventory as you go, as we'll show this document to customs officials upon your shipment's arrival in China.
Prepare for collection day:
For a seamless international move, carry your shipping boxes to the front of your address or lobby before your allotted collection slot. Or if you're sending them from one of our depots, arrive early to ensure our staff can assist.
Please keep in mind that we can't accept containers over 30kg/66lbs, so stick them on some bathroom scales before the big day, and if they exceed the limit, split their contents between several shipping boxes.
We shipped 34 shipping boxes of books from England to Beijing. We were tremendously impressed with the delivery service we received both in England and when the shipping boxes reached China. We have no hesitation in recommending Seven Seas Worldwide, and we will certainly use them again if we need a freight company.
Stephen Leonard
Must-visit destinations in China
Thanks to its 5,000 year history, China is jam-packed with stupendous scenery, ancient treasures, architectural marvels and one-fifth of the global population, making it truly one of the most impressive international destinations on the planet. Essentially, the Middle Kingdom's off-the-scale size makes the nation feel like several countries rolled into one and all of them offer a riveting array of dialects, delicacies and delights for you to enjoy. Here are some of our favourite destinations in China our services cover you can add to your itinerary:
Beijing
China's sprawling capital is a city of contrasts where rickshaws rattle past glittering skyscrapers and blossom dappled gardens battle with the smog. With so much to explore, your fingers might get sore from snapping pictures.
Best time to visit: To avoid Beijing's sweltering summers and bitter winters, visit between Mar to May or Sep to Oct.
How to get around: Although 10 million citizens use the subway each weekday, it's cheap and runs smoothly. If you'd sooner avoid the crowds, the city's flat terrain lends itself well to cyclists.
Neighbourhoods to know: Get to know both sides of Beijing by taking a trip into the past down Xidan's twisting alleys (called hutongs) and markets, then through Guomao's futuristic high-rises, masses of suited professionals and decadent shopping malls.
Things to do: Home to two of the world's most magnificent human-made structures, don't miss the Forbidden City and Imperial Palace complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties lived in regal splendour, and Beijing's portion of the Great Wall.
Shanghai
As the second-most populous city on the planet, Shanghai is a seething hub of history, excess, glamour and mystique. Situated on the Yangtze River Delta, this extraordinary city really has to be seen to be believed.
Best time to visit: Enjoy Shanghai's sights to the fullest by visiting in either spring or autumn, when the weather is cooler, and there are fewer storms.
How to get around: To avoid getting swallowed by this bustling metropolis, use the subway. It's clean and modern and has signs in multiple languages, so you can't get lost!
Neighbourhoods to know: Day or night, Shanghai's promenade, the Bund, is a stunning place to stroll and admire the impressive Art Deco architecture, while the French Concession provides a warren of alleys and mouthwatering street food to enjoy.
Things to do: Shoot up the Oriental Pearl Tower for the best view of the city's sci-fi movie skyline or take a train to one of Shanghai's many surrounding water towns to escape the hectic hustle and bustle. For something a little quirky, grab a coffee at the world's largest Starbucks, complete with AR (augmented reality) technology.
Guilin, Guangxi Province
Drawing millions of tourists from far and wide every year, the idyllic countryside, clear waters and majestic rice terraces of the Karst Mountains offer a tranquil getaway from the country's megacities.
Best time to visit: We recommend exploring this stunning landscape in June or July for warm sunshine and gentle breezes.
How to get around: The best way to experience the area's natural beauty is by taking a cruise down the River Li past fishermen on bamboo rafts, jagged hilltops and grazing water buffalo.
Neighbourhoods to know: Yangshuo is a fabulous place to cycle, rock climb, hike and fully immerse yourself in nature. However, Guilin's relaxed feel and pleasant greenery make a comfortable and convenient base to plan your trips.
Things to do: Illuminated by multicoloured lights, the ancient rock formations of the Reed Flute Caves are a must-visit, while a multi-day cycle tour is ideal for exploring the province's quaint villages and other tourist hotspots.
Huangshan, Anhui Province
Poets and painters galore have drawn inspiration from Huangshan's iconic beauty, one of the country's most popular national parks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The main draws are the granite peaks and twisted pines of the Yellow Mountains, but there are plenty of other sights to see without getting your shoes muddy.
Best time to visit: Visit between Sep and Oct for a chance to see the province's famous chrysanthemums blooming.
How to get around: We suggest finding accommodation in Huangshan City, easily accessible by high-speed train from Shanghai, and using buses and taxis to travel the area.
Neighbourhoods to know: Aside from the mountains, the picturesque preserved villages, Hongcun and Xidi, are well worth a look, but don't forget to visit the nearby Mukeng Bamboo Forest, too, which famously appeared in the film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon!
Things to do: The key natural landmarks to hit include Flying Rock, Lotus Peak, Bright Top and the Fairy Walking Bridge (don't worry, there's a cable car to the summit). Then, relax your weary muscles by taking a dip in one of Anhui's many steaming hot springs.