We offer removals insurance which can cover transit insurance, storage insurance, high-value item insurance, and packing and unpacking insurance, to protect your items if anything unforeseen should occur.
At John Mason, our international services are completely bespoke to your specific needs and circumstances. We can provide a complete international removal door to door service, including full export packing and loading. This is carried out at origin, shipping, customs clearance, delivery and unpacking at destination. We can also provide storage at both origin and destination locations.
There has never been a better time to consider relocating from the UK to the USA, and Boston is a thriving multi-cultural city which provides great opportunities for those looking to start a new life.
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With over 135 years experience in international moves, we provide completely tailored solutions for individuals, families and businesses, helping streamline their relocation process. From professional packing, secure shipment, customs guidance and more, we ensure that you are supported at every step of your relocation journey.
We are leading providers of overseas removals services, accredited by leading industry bodies including FIDI and BAR (British Association of Removers). Our award-winning team are all trained to the highest standards to ensure reliability and professionalism throughout your entire relocation journey. To find out more and to see a full list of our accreditations, check out our accreditations.
The removal of your belongings from the UK to Boston is simple and stress-free with John Mason:
Step 1: Get a quote
Book a free home survey or get an instant quote.
Step 2: Help and advice
Your dedicated account manager will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. This includes anything from specific removal requirements, customs concerns, and timelines.
Step 3: Belongings packed and shipped
Our team of packing professionals will, securely and professionally pack your belongings and transport them to their destination
Step 4: Clearing and delivery
Once your belongings have arrived in Boston, our team will be on hand to handle customs clearance. They will then deliver and unpack your goods to your new home.
Boston is a lively and diverse American city, with a very rich history dating back to the 1600’s. Boston prides itself as being one of the best places in the country for healthcare and education, with many prestigious universities being located here. This makes it a great destination for Brits to emigrate to, boasting a lot of career and study opportunities.
Because of its popularity, Boston can be an expensive city to live in, with the cost of living being 2.4% higher than that of London. However, the average salary increase of 14% more than covers this difference, and a lot of Brits claim to have more disposable income after moving to Boston.
Boston has a large and diverse cultural scene of young professionals thanks to it being home to two prestigious Universities, Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). These universities attract a lot of Brits each year, both for study and employment opportunities.
With regards to living in Boston, there are many areas and neighbourhoods to choose from. In fact, it is often called the ‘City of Neighbourhoods’ due to its proliferation of suburbs. Each area is quite unique, some of the most popular areas of Boston are listed below:
Jamaica Plain
If you like living in historic areas, this is the place to move to in Boston. It was originally founded by Puritans and also has the oldest community theatre in the USA. It is often referred to as ‘JP’ as a nickname by the locals who embrace its multiculturalism and liberal atmosphere.
Dorchester
Dorchester is another historic area in Boston, founded by emigrants from Dorchester in Dorset, England, sometimes called ‘Dot’. It is the largest neighbourhood with a diverse population.
Downtown Boston
This is a business improvement area which has many development projects. It is handy if you are going to be working in this area as you will have a short commute. The area has many things to do including shopping, eating out, cultural activities and nightlife.
Other Boston neighbourhoods include Hyde Park, Roxbury, West Roxbury, Mattapan, Roslindale, Mission Hill, South Boston, South End, East Boston, Charlestown, Back Bay, Chinatown, North End and Beacon Hill.
Packing Services
Our specialist, award-winning packing teams are trained to high industry standards to professionally and securely pack your personal items in preparation for overseas transits. Our packing service includes careful container loading for sea or air transit to ensure your belongings arrive at their destination securely and intact.
Find out more about our international packing services.
Pet Relocation
Our comprehensive pet relocation service makes moving your pets overseas as streamlined and stress-free as possible. Our services include securing health certificates and ensuring your pet meets regulations, to managing logistics including airport pickups and handling. Throughout the service, your pet’s safety and comfort will be our prime focus, ensuring a stress-free process for both pet and owner.
Find out more about our pet relocation services.
The US embassy is a great resource for USA visa support, including what documentation you need and what requirements you need to meet. With our 100 years of experience helping individuals, families, and businesses move to the USA, John Mason can offer their expert advice and support throughout the Visa application process. The visa application process can be overwhelming, which is why we aim to make this process as stress-free as possible for our customers.
A full container shipment from the UK to Boston, USA, will typically take around 4-13 weeks. For a shared container, the shipment time will be between 10 – 20 weeks. If you are considering air freight removal, transportation times can start at as little as 2 weeks.
For a personalised ballpark figure for your move to Boston, check out our instant quote tool.
We offer removals insurance which can cover transit insurance, storage insurance, high-value item insurance, and packing and unpacking insurance, to protect your items if anything unforeseen should occur.
Yes, with our storage service, you can store your items with us short-term or long-term, depending on your needs. Whether you live in the northern or southern regions of the country, our secure storage facilities are available when you need them.
Certain items from the UK are banned in the USA and cannot be transported. To see a full list of forbidden items, check our custom requirements for USA documents.
