Shipping to Kuching and western Sarawak
Kuching, the capital of Sarawak on Borneo, is a riverside city known for its cultural diversity and as a gateway to rainforest national parks. Its port serves western Sarawak.
Practical tips. Sarawak has its own immigration controls, even for Malaysians from the peninsula, and residence documents are checked when clearing household goods. Shipping directly to Kuching avoids a separate domestic shipment from Port Klang across the South China Sea. Commercial cargo for timber, oil and gas and construction companies is common.
Choose Kuching for consignees in Kuching, Samarahan and Serian.
Kuching's mixed Malay, Chinese and Dayak communities and its relaxed pace make it popular with international retirees and families. The city is growing quickly, with new housing estates and an expanding airport, and local movers are experienced with international shipments. Heavy rains between November and February can slow deliveries.
Shipping rates from Canada to Kuching
| Destination | From Toronto | From Montreal | From Vancouver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuching | USD 7 / cu ft 60 days · min. USD 512.24 | USD 7 / cu ft 60 days · min. USD 512.24 | USD 6 / cu ft 50 days · min. USD 476.92 |
Examples from Vancouver: 0.5 CBM / 100 kg USD 476.92; 2 CBM / 400 kg USD 688.84. The carrier charges by volume or by weight (1,000 kg per CBM), whichever is greater. From the Prairies, the quote adds Fastfrate trucking to Montreal or Vancouver.
Personal effects: Personal effects and household goods are accepted subject to carrier approval: we send your packing list and passport copy to the carrier before you pay. Carrier conditions for Malaysia: Collect Freight Only Accepted to Port Kelang, Penang; Alcohol / Tobacco Not Accepted; Subject to ISPM 15 Packing Regulations; Products Containing Pork Prohibited; Over Weight / Over Length Surcharge Cargo over 3000kg/14 Feet; Fortnightly Service From Singapore; Sandakan MIN 2 CBM.
Documents: a signed packing list and a passport copy for personal effects, a commercial invoice and packing list for commercial cargo. Customs value up to CAD 2,000; cargo palletized or crated on ISPM 15 wood.
Nearest other destinations in Malaysia: Sibu (188 km), Bintulu (351 km), Miri (513 km), Labuan (683 km). All destinations and rates: shipping to Malaysia.
Rates valid October 1–31, 2026; totals include A1 fees of USD 265.00. Destination charges are confirmed by the carrier, duties and taxes are paid by the consignee, and transit days are the carrier's estimate.