A Comprehensive Guide to Consolidated Shipping for Students from the Chinese Mainland to Hong Kong/Taiwan: Luggage transfer + Large and Small item transportation, direct delivery within 3-5 working days
For international students going to study in Hong Kong and Taiwan, How to send luggage? “ Can large items be transported? “ How long will it take to receive it? It is a high-frequency problem before the start of the school term. Ordinary express delivery services either do not support large cross-border items or have slow delivery times and complex customs clearance procedures. However, professional consolidated shipping can perfectly solve these problems. This article, in response to the needs of international students, compiles a comprehensive guide covering luggage packing, channel selection, and delivery. It covers the transportation of both large and small items and promises direct delivery within 3 to 8 working days, helping you easily embark on your study journey.
I. Analysis of the Pain Points of International Students' Consolidated Shipping: Why Choose Taojiyun Professional Consolidated Shipping More reliable?
Before choosing consolidated shipping, it is necessary to clarify the differences between regular express delivery and consolidated shipping for professional international students. — The traps that the former often falls into are precisely the advantages of the latter:
- Pain point 1: Large items cannot be sent
For large items such as suitcases, bedding, and small household appliances (like rice cookers and projectors), ordinary express delivery services either refuse to accept them or charge the freight according to ; Overweight and excessive volume Double the charge; Professional consolidated shipping supports the transportation of large items weighing over 100kg, even furniture and fitness equipment can be sent. The freight charges are based on ; Dedicated line Calculation.
- Pain point 2: Unstable delivery time, missing the start of the school term
The delivery time for ordinary cross-border express delivery often exceeds 10 days, and in case of customs clearance delays, it may be extended to more than 2 weeks. Taojiyun's Hong Kong/Taiwan dedicated line focuses on ; Delivered within 3 to 8 working days; Among them, the Hong Kong dedicated line takes as fast as 3 working days to arrive, and the Taiwan dedicated line takes as fast as 3 to 8 working days. Make a transfer plan in advance to ensure that the luggage is delivered to the dormitory before the start of the school term.
- Pain point 3: Complicated customs clearance, requiring the recipient to go through the process
For regular express delivery customs clearance, international students need to prepare their own documents (such as student ID cards and entry certificates). If the documents are incomplete, they may be detained. Taojiyun professional consolidated shipping provides ; Double Clearance with Tax included The service is fully handled by Taojiyun for customs clearance. The recipient does not need to be present, and even no additional documents are required (except for some special goods).
- Pain point 4: Pawns are prone to damage and there is no guarantee for after-sales service
Ordinary express delivery services are lacking in luggage for international students. Targeted packaging Glassware and electronic products are prone to bumps and knocks. Taojiyun offers value-added services such as wooden frame erection and hard cardboard box reinforcement
Ii. Preparatory Work: 3 Steps to Get It Done Luggage classification and packing Avoid transportation risks
Packing is the foundation of consolidated shipping. Especially for the luggage of international students, which contains various items, classified packing can reduce subsequent troubles and also save freight charges.
According to ; Weight volume Packaging tips to save on shipping costs
The consolidated shipping charges shall be based on ; Actual weight Or ; Volumetric weight (length & width & height ÷6000) The larger volume is charged. International students can reduce the volume and weight through packaging techniques:
- Compression and packaging of light and bulky goodsFor light and bulky goods such as quilts and down jackets, the volume can be reduced by 50% after vacuum bags are used for air extraction. For instance, a quilt originally weighs 8 kilograms, but after compression, it can be reduced to 4 kilograms, directly saving half of the shipping cost.
- Centralized packaging of heavy objectsHeavy items such as books and small household appliances should be packed separately in small cardboard boxes (to avoid damaging other items), and placed at the bottom of the suitcase. Fill the gaps with clothes on top, which not only strengthens but also reduces the volume.
- Disassemble large itemsFor furniture such as wardrobes and desks, it is advisable to disassemble them into boards and accessories, wrap them in bubble wrap and pack them separately in boxes, marking ; Assembly serial number (For example, wardrobe left panel - 1), which is convenient for assembly after receiving the items.
Iii. Core Process: Completed in 6 Steps International student consolidated shipping Direct delivery within 3 to 8 working days
From placing an order to receiving the goods, the entire process only requires 6 steps. The operation is simple and can be completed on your mobile phone
Hong Kong/Taiwan Consolidated Shipping Tutorial
1. Download/register the Taojiyun app
New users in Hong Kong can download the Taojiyun HK app from the app
New users in Taiwan can download the Taojiyun TW app from the app
2. Obtain an exclusive delivery address for the Chinese mainland
3. Copy the address to the address bar of the shopping app
4. Wait for the goods to arrive at the consolidation warehouse/apply for consolidation when all are present
5. Fill in the delivery address in Hong Kong/Taiwan
6. Pay the freight
Iv. Exclusive Benefits for International Students: 2 ; Save money and avoid pitfalls Tips: It's more cost-effective during the back-to-school season
In addition to the basic process, these three tips can help you further save costs and avoid falling into traps
Back-to-school season; Consolidated shipping Save another 20% on freight charges
International students can make appointments with classmates from the same school. Consolidated shipping — — The luggage of multiple people is combined into one batch for transportation.
2. Select ; Warehousing + consolidated shipping; Package, solve; Buy luggage in advance. Problem
If you want to buy school supplies 1 to 2 months in advance, you can choose Taojiyun. 90 free storage Service -; — After all the luggage is purchased, pack and transport them together to avoid sending them in batches for multiple shipping fees.
V. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) : The Most Concerned Questions for International Students
Can international students' luggage weighing over 50kg be sent by consolidated shipping?
Sure! Taojiyun Professional consolidated shipping support There is no upper limit on weight. For large items weighing over 100 kilograms, the ... shall apply. The price per kilogram is decreasing. For luggage weighing over 100kg (such as furniture), it is recommended to confirm with the container forwarder in advance. Is it necessary to arrange a dedicated vehicle for delivery? (A small delivery fee is required for some remote dormitories.)
2. For consolidated shipping of international students from Hong Kong or Taiwan, is a student ID card required?
In most cases, it is not necessary. Ordinary general cargo (clothing, daily necessities) only needs to provide ; Recipient's address and name For special goods (such as those containing battery electronic products and health supplements), the container shipping company will inform you in advance. There is no need to worry.
3. What should I do if my luggage is sent to the dormitory in Hong Kong/Taiwan but no one receives it?
Container carrier support ; Secondary distribution — — If you are not in the dormitory during the first delivery, the local Courier will contact you by phone to arrange the time for the second delivery (free of charge). You can communicate with the Taojiyun manual customer service about the delivery time.
Summary
For international students traveling from the Chinese mainland to Hong Kong/Taiwan, professional consolidated shipping is the best solution for luggage transfer. — Not only does it support the transportation of both large and small items, but it can also achieve direct delivery within 3 to 8 working days, with full double-clearance and tax-inclusive services throughout the process, as well as door-to-door delivery. Just press ; Classification and packaging → Choose the right channel. Tracking logistics By following the process operation, luggage can arrive at the dormitory on time without being distracted by cross-border transportation, allowing you to focus on preparing for the start of the school term. If you have specific items (such as Musical Instruments or scientific research equipment) that need to be sent, you can directly consult the customer service of Taojiyun to obtain the information. Customized transportation plan !
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