Kef International Shipping & Relocations providing quality shipping, packing, storage, delivery, customs clearing and insurance services to and from Israel

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• Finding the best solution for your transition
• Putting your possessions in the right hands
• Getting a clear picture of costs - no surprises
• Finding the right shipper who gives you:
 Timely and accurate information and pricing
 Support and service when you need it
 Good service from start to finish

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• Educate yourself about shipping
• Consult former Olim
• Choose a reliable shipper based in Israel
• Get a full breakdown of all possible charges
• Make a plan - Don’t wait for the last minute

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• Rights to 3 shipments in 3 years
• Taxable items include, built-in items (sinks, tiles),
2nd’s of appliances, sport equipment, food
supplies, and disposables
• Do not send gas grills or gas appliances unless
your shipper has confirmed that they are OK to
ship to Israel(Israeli customs has restricted
them)

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• Volume (size) is the main factor affecting the cost
of international shipments
• Volume is measured in “cubic feet”
• The greater the volume, the lower the price per
cubic foot
• The volume estimate is the basis of your quote
• Request estimate 2-4 months
before moving

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• “FCL” -- Full Container Load is
exclusively for your possessions only
• “LCL” -- Less than Container Load is
shared with others – also called a
“consolidation”

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• Fastest way to ship
• Large shipments – usually with furniture
• Cheapest shipping rates per cubic foot
• Expensive storage
• Timing is critical

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20’ (FCL)
1000 cubic feet
40’ (FCL)
2000 cubic
feet

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• For smaller shipments
• Container shared with other LCL
shipments
• Slower, more uncertain timing
• Higher costs per cubic foot
• Additional packing stage, which adds
15-20% to size and cost

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Pallet Liftvan

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• Plan in advance, and compare
• LCL shipments have free storage in Israel
for 28 days and low rates afterwards
• FCL shipments have high storage costs

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• Insure fully for replacement value at
destination
• Breakables & furniture need professional
packing
• Kef uses a fair and reliable US insurance
company

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• A red flag for future problems
• If it’s too good to be true – it probably is
• Use only established, highly recommended
shippers
• Research market prices

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“TheAmazinglyInexpensiveMovingCompany”

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• Consider importing: American washer, dryer, fridge, oven,
and high end appliances
• Buy in Israel: small appliances, dishwashers, TV, most
European appliances
• Vehicles: Taxes are ~77% with rights, ~128% without;
prepare for bureaucracy & extra costs
• Furniture: Largest factor in lift size,
don’t ship junk, ask Kef what’s
worth buying

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• Full packing and materials - possible discount if
you pack non-breakables
• Boxes delivered when you want to begin packing
• To insure against damage, delicate items and
furniture must be packed professionally

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• FCL’s: go directly to port for shipping and are
quicker and more predictable.
• LCL’s: go first to warehouse for consolidation
and take longer.
• Longer distance from Israel usually means longer
transit time.

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Customs Clearing
• Plan to arrive before your shipment to get your
documentation in order
• Choose a shipper who can guide you quickly and
easily through the customs clearing process
• Avoid surprises by selecting a shipper based in
Israel

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• Movers unwrap furniture and put boxes where
you want them
• Movers assemble simple used furniture
• Difficult access results in extra costs – warn your
shipper of any potential problems ASAP

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• Nefesh b’Nefesh marine insurance discount --
low rate & low deductible
• Group rates – form a group of olim and enjoy
significant discounts on your shipment
• Refer a friend to Kef – get a discount

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• with you through the entire shipping process
• staffed by North American olim
• comprehensive price quotes
• Aliyah shipping since 1979

22. NORTH AMERICA +1.866.425.5224
UNITED KINGDOM +44.203.129.6901
FRANCE +33.1.84.88.09.12
ISRAEL +972.2.673.5043
shipping@kefintl.com
www.kefintl.com