Sea Freight from and to Thailand – The Smart Way to Move Your Belongings Abroad
Moving overseas? Siam Relocation offers complete sea freight solutions for your personal belongings, whether you’re relocating to Europe, the U.S., or anywhere in the world. Choose between FCL or LCL options to match your volume and budget — we handle everything from door to door.
FCL and LCL: Container Options for Every Move
For most international relocations from Thailand, we use Full Container Load (FCL) or Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping — depending on the total volume of your belongings.
Full Container Load (FCL)
FCL is ideal if you’re moving your entire household or have enough belongings to fill a full 20ft or 40ft container. Your container is sealed and used exclusively for your goods, ensuring privacy, speed, and maximum protection. This option provides the safest and most cost-effective method for large relocations.
- Reserve a container solely for your goods.
- Perfect for large quantities and high-volume shipments.
- Cost efficiency per unit shipped.
- No handling of goods by other shippers, reducing risk.
- Faster, direct delivery as the container doesn't stop for other shipments.
Less than Container Load (LCL)
If your shipment volume is smaller (under 15 m³), LCL is the perfect solution. You share space in a container with other clients, which helps reduce costs while maintaining the same level of security.
Your belongings are palletized in our Bangkok warehouse and handled carefully from departure to arrival.
- Share a container with other shippers.
- Ideal for smaller volume shipments.
- Lower costs through container sharing.
- Flexible space solutions based on your needs.
- Perfect for specialized or lower-volume goods.
Specialized Transport for your Special Cargo
Vehicle Transport (Ro-Ro)
Need to move your car, motorcycle, or scooter abroad? Our Roll-on/Roll-off service is perfect for vehicle shipping to and from Thailand.
Oversized or Heavy Items
For large furniture, equipment, or non-standard household items, we organize tailored handling and secure loading solutions.
Pet Relocation
We coordinate safe, compliant transport for cats and dogs, including IATA-approved crates, vet checks, and import/export paperwork so your pets travel comfortably and arrive stress-free.
Art & High-Value Goods
From paintings and sculptures to collectors’ items and instruments, we provide custom packing (crating, cushioning), discreet handling, and insurance options to protect your valuables door to door.
Moving with less From anywhere to Thailand
Global Shipping Coverage
No matter where life takes you, Siam Relocation provides worldwide sea freight coverage from Thailand. Whether your destination is in Europe, the Americas, or Asia, our experienced team ensures your household goods reach safely and on schedule.
All Types of Belongings
From furniture and appliances to clothing, decorations, or fragile items, we transport every type of personal effect with care. Whether you’re shipping a few boxes or an entire household, our sea freight service adapts to your needs and ensures a smooth, stress-free relocation.
End-to-End
Management
From packing at your home in Thailand to delivery at your new address abroad, we coordinate every stage of your move. Our experts manage loading, customs clearance, shipping, and final delivery — one point of contact, one simple process.
Document Assistance
Don’t worry about customs or paperwork — we handle all export and import documentation for you. From packing lists and inventory to insurance and customs forms, Siam Relocation ensures your move complies with international regulations without delays.
Comprehensive Support Beyond Sea Freight
Siam Relocation offers more than standard shipping — we manage your entire move with flexibility and care. Beyond sea transport, our services include customs clearance, delivery to your new home, and secure storage when needed.
We also provide professional packing, optional sea–air or air–road combinations for faster timelines, real-time tracking, and a dedicated move coordinator from pickup to installation. Insurance (AD Valorem) and clear guidance on documents, duties, and restricted items ensure your personal belongings travel safely and arrive exactly when you need them.
Customs Clearance
Our experts in Bangkok and destination ports handle all customs procedures to ensure a smooth clearance.
Last-Mile Delivery
From the port to your new home, our trusted network ensures your belongings arrive safely and on time.
Storage
Need extra time before moving in? We offer secure, flexible storage near Thailand’s main ports and major cities.
Multimodal Service
For complex relocations, we can combine sea, air, or road transport for faster, optimized door-to-door delivery.
Your Sea Freight Move from Thailand, Managed from A to Z
Enjoy a complete, affordable, and stress-free international moving service.
Steps of Your Sea Freight Relocation
Each stage of your relocation is carefully managed by our experts to guarantee a safe and efficient move:
Initial
contact
We assess your needs, define the route, and provide a personalized sea freight quote.
Document
Verification
Our team checks all required paperwork (inventory, packing list, passport, insurance) to ensure smooth customs clearance.
Goods Collection
We pick up your belongings directly from your home, packing and preparing them for transport to the port.
Export Customs Clearance
All export formalities are handled by our Thai customs agents to ensure legal and compliant departure.
Handling and Processing at Origin
Your belongings are processed at the port, palletized or containerized, and loaded safely onto the vessel.
Sea Transport
Your container travels by sea to the destination port. We monitor every stage and keep you updated in real time.
Handling and Processing at Destination
Once the ship arrives, your container is unloaded, processed, and prepared for customs clearance.
Import Customs Clearance
Our destination partners take care of customs, documentation, and import taxes if applicable.
Final Delivery
We deliver your belongings to your new home, unpack if requested, and ensure a smooth arrival experience.
Why Choose Siam Relocation
Reliable and Economical
Sea freight is the most cost-effective option for moving large volumes internationally — perfect for full-house relocations.
Eco-Friendly
Maritime transport is the most environmentally friendly long-distance solution, producing lower emissions compared to air or road freight.
Proven Experience in Thailand
With offices in Bangkok and partnerships with leading carriers, we ensure reliable sea freight service to and from Thailand’s main ports.
Personalized Support
From the first quote to final delivery, a single point of contact follows your entire move with transparent communication and updates.
+6,116 +
Clients
+9,252 +
Operations
+3,414 +
sea freight operations
200 +
countries covered by our networkClients Testimonials
We can't make this up - See why businesses worldwide trust us with their shipments every day.
I contacted DocShipper to organize the import of board games from Asia to Switzerland. Despite my lack of experience in the field and the modest size of my request, my dealings with the staff were always professional and efficient. I received sound advice and the staff always took the time to answer my questions. I look forward to working with DocShipper for the import of my goods and highly recommend their services.
Mavrik Grangier
December 10, 2024
My name is Ad Van Den Bosh. I am a Dutch business man cross-trading in the Far East. I reached Robert Houwayek (DocShipper's representative) to clear a 40HC of greenhouse equipment from Qingdao, and deliver it to Lan Krabue in no time. He suggested that I request a Form E, which I did from the supplier, and was able to enjoy a preferential tariff treatment. DocShipper, a way to help you save both time and money!!
Ad van den Bosch
March 5, 2024
I recently used Docshipper to ship my appliances from Germany to Thailand, and I'm thrilled with the service I received! [...]The team was professional, responsive, and kept me informed every step of the way. The packaging and handling of my appliances were top-notch, and they arrived in perfect condition. I was impressed with the attention to detail and care taken to ensure a safe and successful transport. I really recommend Docshipper for it.
Chemmie Chatuphorn
November 28, 2024
In the event of goods being stuck at customs, Robert [...] is a customs broker you should arguably consider to release your cargo. Once I knew that my scale modeling tools coming from Spain are being withheld at Suvarnabhumi Airport, I resorted to him to release it and handle the last mile delivery. All what he asked me is to send 2 emails to be able to do it! [...] Well guess what, within 48 hours, it was done! I got my parcel at my place in Phuket.
Chan chan
Mar 5, 2024
A vice president caught up in the thick of thin things, an EXW shipment of plumbing supplies for irrigation from Eureka California to Costa Rica is definitely not what I’d like to have on my agenda. Robert’s hang-in-there posture toward any arising challenges in shipping. [...] skillfully handled all US export formalities incl. SED/AES filing, not to mention the sea freight from Oakland POL. Everything ended up working out like a charm!
Dave Sheppard
July 10, 2024
I feel they covered everything. DocShipper shipped a 20- ft Milvan overseas to Laem Chabang for a customer. The team was responsible for shipping the shipping to another country. Having very little knowledge in this area, I didn't know how to organise myself . One week after my arrival on the Asian continent. Marc O. Was available at all times and nearly instant feedback. Made a stressful event much easier and he definitely knows his job.
Anonymous, Indiana
Aug 9, 2023
When to Choose (or Not) Sea Freight
Although widely popular, ocean shipping isn’t always the best transport option.
When to choose?
- Economical for large volumes
- Heavy or oversized goods
- Non-perishable goods
- Ports with strong connections (Ho Chi Minh, Hai Phong)
- Goods requiring minimal handling
- Products resistant to climate changes
When to avoid?
- Urgent shipments
- Short or local distances
- High-value or sensitive goods
- When enhanced security is needed
- Limited access to port infrastructure
- Frequent small-volume shipments
- Complex or short supply chains
- Seasonal demand fluctuations
The essential documents
for sea freight move
To ensure a smooth relocation, we handle and verify all required documents:
- Bill of Lading
- Packing List
- Passport Copy
- Insurance Certificate
- Import/Export License
Have questions? We
have answers
Ready to Plan Your International Move?
Trust Siam Relocation for a smooth, affordable, and fully managed sea freight relocation to or from Thailand.
