How do I ship my luggage home from Exeter to China?−
Call us on 0800 096 38 39 or get a quote online. Tell us your Exeter address (halls or student house), your destination in China, number of bags and your collection date. We confirm the quote. We collect from your door in Exeter. Your bags travel by air freight to Beijing (PEK), Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN) in 5-9 working days. You collect from the cargo warehouse with your passport and Air Waybill reference.
How long before my flight home should I ship from Exeter?+
Book your collection at least 2–3 weeks before your flight home. Air freight from Exeter to China takes 5-9 working days from collection. Booking early also secures your collection slot — end of term in June and September is our busiest period and slots fill quickly. The £75 deposit secures your date.
How much does student shipping from Exeter to China cost?+
Price depends on number of bags, weight, dimensions and your Exeter postcode. Call us on 0800 096 38 39 with these details for a clear quote immediately. For most students, shipping 2–4 bags works out cheaper than airline excess baggage fees, which run from from £60 per extra bag on routes to China.
Do you collect from Exeter student accommodation in Exeter?+
Yes — we collect from any address in Exeter including university halls, private student houses and shared flats near Exeter. Within M25: Mon–Fri 09:30–16:00 • Outside M25: Mon–Fri 10:00–17:00. No weekend collections in Exeter. £75 deposit secures your collection date.
What documents do I need to ship personal effects to China?+
An itemised packing list with a declared value for every item — not “student belongings” or “personal effects” but each item listed individually. Passport copy of the receiver (you, as sender and receiver must be the same person). Full itemised list in English required. Personal effects must be genuinely personal use. We help you prepare the documentation correctly at booking.
Can I ship without flying with my bags?+
Yes — this is exactly what we do. Your bags travel as air freight independently. You fly home on your booked flight. Your bags arrive at Beijing (PEK), Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN) cargo warehouse in 5-9 working days. You collect when you land. Many Exeter students ship 1–2 weeks before their flight so bags are already there when they arrive.
When should I book student luggage shipping for the September term?+
Book by mid-August for September arrivals. September is our busiest student shipping period — collection slots fill quickly. International students arriving from Nigeria, India, Pakistan, UAE and Caribbean routes should book 3–4 weeks ahead of their arrival date to allow for customs clearance. UK students moving between cities can typically book 7–10 working days ahead.
Can I ship to student halls of residence?+
Yes — we collect from and ship to student halls addresses. Coordinate with halls reception in advance so they expect the delivery. You or a halls staff member must be present to sign at collection. At the destination, you collect from the cargo warehouse (international shipments) or we can advise on domestic delivery options. Call 0800 096 38 39 for your specific university route.