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With South Africa's multitude of cultures and languages, it's understandable that planning a move there, not to mention adapting to its massive melting pot of cultures, can seem overwhelming for prospective expats. To make moving to South Africa easier, there are a number of good local and international relocation companies that can assist expats with their move.
Relocation companies offer services such as pre-departure orientation, neighbourhood orientation, home-finding services, pet relocation and house content relocation.
Below is a list of some of the most well-known relocation companies that offer services in South Africa.
Relocation companies in South Africa
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Elliot MobilityElliott Mobility has branches throughout Southern Africa. They offer global mobility services in one seamless solution. This company understands that every move is different. They, therefore, work with expats to provide personalised support, customising their solutions to cater to specific needs and locations. Website: www.elliotmobility.com |
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Relocation AfricaRelocation Africa provides expats with seamless professional immigration and destination services. They align their innovations and services to support clients with specific requirements. Their services include family assistance, preparation before travelling, property and education services and settling-in services. Website: www.relocationafrica.com |
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Stuttaford Van LinesStuttaford Van Lines has provided international relocation services to their customers for over 150 years, helping expats move and relocate to any destination across the globe. Their mobility service model combines resources, experience and proactive management solutions with a portfolio of services that cater to the entire global assignment and international relocation process. Website: www.stuttafordvanlines.co.za |
International companies |
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SaneloSanelo specialises in providing customised end-to-end moving services to South Africa. Their experts are available 24/7 to make sure things go to plan and to ensure that their clients are fully supported during the process. Clients get five-star protection and coverage, first-rate packing, and expert guidance on immigration and custom clearance all through a single point of contact. Website: www.sanelo.com |
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Crown RelocationsCrown Relocations provides transportation, destination and immigration services, as well as family support, to assist people relocating internationally. With experts working in South Africa, they provide the support, guidance, care and the personal attention needed to ensure a successful and seamless move for you and your family. They'll organise everything from school search, housing, security and immigration paperwork. Website: www.crownrelo.com |
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Santa Fe RelocationSanta Fe Relocation offers a full spectrum of relocation services for both corporate relocations and personal move customers. They are a global firm that can manage any move to South Africa, and services include home search, school search, moving services and pet relocation. Website: www.santaferelo.com |
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SIRVASIRVA is a leading international relocation company, providing the full suite of international relocation services for employee relocation globally, nationally and regionally. It counts many of the world’s leading corporations and government agencies as clients and also assists smaller companies with all they require during their employee relocation process. Website: www.sirva.com |
Further reading
►See more worldwide relocation companies
►For more on housing, see Accommodation in South Africa
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