- The best international mover for your city is one that surveys your home, quotes every line item, clears customs at both ends, and has a named partner in the destination country.
- Pikkol runs its own teams in Hyderabad, Delhi NCR (Delhi, Gurugram and Noida), Mumbai, Pune and Chennai, is FAIM, IAM and ISO certified, and has completed more than 1,00,000 moves since 2015. A named move coordinator stays with you from survey to delivery.
- Indicative door-to-door costs on Pikkol’s busiest routes run from about ₹3.3–5.2 lakh for a 1BHK by LCL to ₹7–10 lakh for a 4BHK in a 40ft container. The exact price comes after a survey.
- Allow 55–85 days by sea and 7–14 days by air, depending on the destination.
For a quote from your city, use the links below or message us on WhatsApp.
What should you look for in an international mover?
Ask every mover these questions, and compare the answers side by side. Our guide to comparing international moving quotes goes through them in detail.
| Question to ask | Why it matters | How Pikkol answers |
| Do you survey my home first? | A written CBM estimate prevents price changes later | Free video or in-home survey, with a written estimate |
| Is the quote itemised? | Hidden charges appear when lines are bundled | Packing material, labour, export handling, freight and delivery on separate lines |
| Who clears customs at the destination? | A wrong filing can bring penalties and delays | Named destination partners, such as American Relocation Experts in New York and Maple Relocation Services in Toronto |
| Are you certified? | Audited standards protect your goods | FAIM, IAM and ISO certified |
| Who is my point of contact? | You shouldn’t chase several people across two countries | One move coordinator from survey to delivery |
| What if my new home isn’t ready? | Delays are common | Storage in India, with delivery when you’re ready |
| Can you protect valuables? | Art and electronics need extra care | Crating and damage cover options. See the risk guide |
Which city page should you use?
Moving from Bengaluru? See international relocation in Bengaluru.
What should you know about moving from each city?
International movers in Hyderabad
Hyderabad is inland, so your container travels to a port before sailing. Pikkol’s origin ports are Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mundra and Chennai, and your coordinator picks the route at the survey. Pikkol’s Hyderabad team handles packing, documentation, customs and storage. See the Hyderabad page.
International movers in Delhi NCR
Delhi, Gurugram and Noida are also inland, so ask how the container reaches the port and whether it is included door to door. Each of the three has its own page: Delhi, Gurugram and Noida. Gated-community move-out rules are worth checking early.
International movers in Mumbai
Mumbai is the closest of these cities to Nhava Sheva (JNPT), one of Pikkol’s origin ports, so the inland leg is short. Space is tight in many homes, so check lift access and parking at the survey. See the Mumbai page and our house shifting in Mumbai service.
International movers in Pune
Pune is a short distance from Nhava Sheva (JNPT), and many families moving from Pune are IT professionals and students. See the Pune relocation page, and ask your coordinator about the route.
International movers in Chennai
Chennai has its own port, one of Pikkol’s origin ports, so the inland leg for Chennai shipments is short. See the Chennai page.
How much does it cost to move abroad from these cities?
These are Pikkol’s indicative door-to-door figures for two of its busiest routes. Prices exclude destination customs duties, exam fees, storage and insurance, and the survey confirms yours.
| Home size | Typical volume | Method | India to USA | India to Canada |
| 1BHK / studio | ≈10.3 CBM | LCL | ₹3.3–4.7 lakh | ₹3.7–5.2 lakh |
| 2BHK | ≈18.3 CBM | 20ft container | ₹4.5–6.5 lakh | ₹5–7 lakh |
| 3BHK | ≈27.7 CBM | 20ft container | ₹4.5–6.5 lakh | ₹5–7 lakh |
| 4BHK / villa | ≈40.3 CBM | 40ft container | ₹7–9.5 lakh | ₹7.5–10 lakh |
| Air, essentials only | ≈250 kg | Air freight | ₹1.38–2.12 lakh | ₹1.5–2.25 lakh |
For route detail, see the India to USA and India to Canada cost guides, or the guides for Australia, Singapore, Germany and the UAE.
How long does it take?
| Route | Door to door (sea, full container) | Air |
| India to USA | 55–80 days | 7–14 days |
| India to Canada | 55–85 days | 7–14 days |
Transit varies with sailing schedules, transhipment, peak season and customs selection. Book 8–10 weeks before packing, so the survey, paperwork and your flight line up.
What does an international move involve?
- Video or in-home survey. Your coordinator agrees what to ship, sell or store.
- Written quote. Method, container size, dates and an itemised cost.
- Packing at your home. Trained crews pack, label and inventory your goods.
- Export clearance and shipping. Pikkol handles the documents and the booking.
- Destination customs and delivery. A partner clears and delivers.
- Unpacking. Furniture is reassembled, and the inventory is checked with you.
Read the customs, visa and documentation guide and the high-value move guide for the paperwork and for art and valuables.
What else can Pikkol move?
- A few boxes or gifts: the international parcel service
- Pets: pet relocation
- Cars and bikes: vehicle shifting
- Local packing before you leave: house shifting
- Settling in: the settling-in guide and settling-in services
Pikkol’s take
Don’t choose a mover by the lowest quote. Choose by what the quote shows, who clears customs at the other end, and who answers when something goes wrong. Ask each mover to put the survey, inventory and destination partner in writing, then compare. Learn more about Pikkol, browse the FAQs, or contact us.
Frequently asked questions
Who are the best international movers in Hyderabad, Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune and Chennai?
Choose a mover that surveys your home, itemises the quote, has a destination partner, and holds recognised certifications. Pikkol runs its own teams in all five cities and is FAIM, IAM and ISO certified.
How much does it cost to move abroad from these cities?
On Pikkol’s USA and Canada routes, about ₹3.3–5.2 lakh for a 1BHK by LCL and ₹7–10 lakh for a 4BHK, door to door. Duties, destination fees, storage and insurance are extra.
Does the price differ by city?
The indicative ranges are the same, but your quote depends on your pickup location, access and inland leg. A survey fixes it.
How long does international shipping take?
About 55–85 days door to door by sea, and 7–14 days by air.
How early should I book?
Pikkol suggests 8–10 weeks before packing.
Can I ship just a few boxes?
Yes. Use LCL, air freight or the international parcel service.
Does Pikkol handle customs at both ends?
Pikkol handles Indian export clearance, and a named partner clears customs at the destination.
Can Pikkol also move my pet and vehicle?
Pikkol offers pet relocation and vehicle shifting. Rules vary by country, so ask early.
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