Moving to India from the USA.

Your household goods and belongings, packed, shipped and delivered in India, with help on the customs paperwork along the way.

Moving to India

Going home, or starting fresh in India

Some people are moving back after years in the US. Others are going to India for work, to retire or to be near family. Either way, you have a house full of things to sort, and a set of Indian customs rules to get right.

We move households and personal belongings from anywhere in the US to India. Our international relocation service covers the whole move. This page covers what is special about India.

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What you can send

What people ship when they move to India.

From a few suitcases to a whole household.

Household goods

Furniture, kitchenware, books, linens and the things that make a house a home.

Unaccompanied baggage

Suitcases and boxes sent separately from your flight, so you travel light.

Appliances and electronics

Laptops, TVs and kitchen appliances. Check the voltage first (see below).

Keepsakes

Photos, artwork, family papers and the things you could never replace.

Transfer of Residence basics

India gives people moving there a duty-free allowance on their personal and household things.

This is called Transfer of Residence, or TR. It is set out in India’s Baggage Rules, 2026, which came into force on 2 February 2026 and replaced the older 2016 rules.

Who it covers. Indian passport holders and people of Indian origin, including NRIs and OCI cardholders. Foreigners moving to India on a long-term visa have their own set of allowances.
How much. The duty-free allowance depends on how long you have lived abroad. There are tiers for three to twelve months, at least one year in the last two, and two years or more. Two years or more gets the largest allowance.
Conditions. For the two-year tier, short visits to India in the two years before your move should add up to no more than six months. The top tiers also require that you haven’t used TR in the previous three years.
Appliances. Listed items like a TV, washing machine, fridge or laptop are generally allowed one of each, within the overall value limit.

Anything above the allowance is charged duty. Customs has the final say on each case, and the exact value limits are in the CBIC guide for international travellers.

Timing your shipment

India has time limits for baggage that travels separately from you.

Under the Baggage Rules, unaccompanied baggage should be things you had with you abroad. It can land in India up to two months before you arrive, or be sent within one month after you arrive.

Customs can allow more time in some cases, for example if illness or a travel disruption delays your own arrival. It is still best to plan around the normal limits.

Ocean shipping takes longer than air, so we help you time your booking around your flight. We give you the expected transit time with your quote.

Documents you'll usually need

Your belongings are declared to Indian customs on a form called CBD-II.

Your passport details, including when it expires, and your old passport number if you have one.
The date you left India and the date you arrive back.
Dates of any short visits to India in the last two years, if you are claiming TR.
Whether you have used TR in the last three years.
A full list of what is packed, with the brand, quantity and value of each item.
The shipping document for your goods, which we provide.

The declaration is filed electronically. Someone you authorize, such as a customs broker, can file it for you. Start your packing list early. It is much easier to write it as you pack than afterwards.

What to ship and what to sell

Not everything is worth the trip. A few questions help you decide.

Check the voltage. The US runs on 120 volts and India on 230. Many plug-in appliances won’t work without a transformer.
Weigh up big furniture. A bulky sofa takes a lot of space. Compare the cost of shipping it with buying new in India.
Ship what you can’t replace. Heirlooms, photos, artwork and papers are always worth taking.
Mind the allowance. Brand new items use up your TR allowance quickly, and only one of each listed appliance is generally allowed.
Leave out restricted items. Check our prohibited items guide before you pack.

What about your car?

A car is handled very differently from your household goods.

Cars are not part of the baggage or TR allowance. Importing one into India has its own conditions, and customs duty is charged at the full rate.

Before you decide to take a car, check the current rules with Indian customs. Many people find it simpler to sell here and buy in India.

Planning ahead

A simple moving timeline for India.

Every move is different, but this order of things works for most families.

Two to three months before. Decide what to ship, sell or give away. Ask us for a moving quote.
Six to eight weeks before. Book your move and choose air, ocean or a mix of both. Start your packing list.
A few weeks before. Gather your passport details and travel dates. Finish packing and confirm the pickup date.
Moving week. Your belongings are collected from your US home. Keep what you need for the first weeks in your suitcase.
After you arrive. The customs declaration is filed, any duty is settled, and your things are delivered to your new home.

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How it works

How a move to India comes together.

Survey and quote

Tell us what is moving, in person or on a video call, and we price the move around it.

Packing and pickup

Your belongings are packed, listed item by item and collected from your door.

Air or ocean

Your things travel by air, ocean or both, with the paperwork prepared for Indian customs.

Customs and delivery

Cleared through Indian customs, then delivered to your new home.

Related guides

Planning your move in detail.

Moving to India: questions

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Transfer of Residence, or TR, is a duty-free allowance on personal and household things for people moving to India after living abroad. It is set out in India's Baggage Rules, 2026. The allowance depends on how long you have lived abroad, with the largest for two years or more, and it comes with conditions about short visits and past use.

Yes. The 2026 rules cover Indian passport holders and people of Indian origin, which includes NRIs and OCI cardholders. Foreigners moving to India on a long-term visa have a separate set of allowances. Customs decides each case, so check the current rules for your situation.

Yes. Under the Baggage Rules, unaccompanied baggage can land in India up to two months before you arrive, or be sent within one month after you arrive. Customs can allow more time in some cases. We help you time the shipment around your flight.

It depends on whether your things go by air or ocean, and where in India they are going. Ocean takes longer than air but usually costs less for a bigger move. We give you the expected timing with your quote.

Used personal effects are generally duty free, and if you qualify, TR adds a duty-free allowance for household articles. Anything above the allowance, or anything that doesn't qualify, is charged duty. Cars are not part of the allowance.

Your belongings are declared on a customs form called CBD-II. It asks for your passport details, your travel dates, any short visits to India in the last two years, whether you have used TR before, and a full list of what is packed with values. We provide the shipping document for your goods.

Cars are not part of the baggage or TR allowance. Importing one has its own conditions and full customs duty. Check the current rules with Indian customs before you decide. Many people find it simpler to sell here and buy in India.

What our customers say

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“I used TYS Global Logistics for moving my entire 2-bedroom house. I spent over a month comparing different moving companies because I wanted a good rate without compromising on the service. TYS offered me the cheapest rates, along with flexible timing as per my availability. Their team handled my belongings carefully, and I received proper tracking updates throughout the shipment. The delivery was delayed by one day, but they informed me about it in advance and explained the reason properly. Overall, it was a good experience. I would definitely consider using their service again.”
JJalak PandyaLocal Guide on Google
“I used TYS Global Logistics to send my belongings and had a really smooth experience. The team was helpful and handled everything properly. My items arrived safely and the pricing was also good. Overall, I’m happy with the service.”
DDiti KelaiyaGoogle review
“Overall, a good experience with TYS Global Logistics. Used their service to move some furniture and household items. The packing was done properly, and the team handled everything carefully. There was a small delay in delivery, but they kept me updated. Overall, good service and reasonable pricing.”
DDhvani KanziyaGoogle review
“Used TYS Global Logistics for moving my household items. Good service, reasonable pricing, and everything was handled carefully. Overall, it was a smooth and good experience. Special thanks to Krutik from their team for his support throughout the process.”
NNikita SinghGoogle review
“Good experience with TYS Global Logistics. The team was helpful, the process was smooth, and everything was handled carefully.”
HHansaliya PritGoogle review
“Affordable service”
KKinjal PatelGoogle review

“I used TYS Global Logistics for moving my entire 2-bedroom house. I spent over a month comparing different moving companies because I wanted a good rate without compromising on the service. TYS offered me the cheapest rates, along with flexible timing as per my availability. Their team handled my belongings carefully, and I received proper tracking updates throughout the shipment. The delivery was delayed by one day, but they informed me about it in advance and explained the reason properly. Overall, it was a good experience. I would definitely consider using their service again.”
JJalak PandyaLocal Guide on Google
“I used TYS Global Logistics to send my belongings and had a really smooth experience. The team was helpful and handled everything properly. My items arrived safely and the pricing was also good. Overall, I’m happy with the service.”
DDiti KelaiyaGoogle review
“Overall, a good experience with TYS Global Logistics. Used their service to move some furniture and household items. The packing was done properly, and the team handled everything carefully. There was a small delay in delivery, but they kept me updated. Overall, good service and reasonable pricing.”
DDhvani KanziyaGoogle review
“Used TYS Global Logistics for moving my household items. Good service, reasonable pricing, and everything was handled carefully. Overall, it was a smooth and good experience. Special thanks to Krutik from their team for his support throughout the process.”
NNikita SinghGoogle review
“Good experience with TYS Global Logistics. The team was helpful, the process was smooth, and everything was handled carefully.”
HHansaliya PritGoogle review
“Affordable service”
KKinjal PatelGoogle review

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