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Pets
Insome instances(especially inhigh-riseapartments),theremaybetermsintheHouseRules
restricting the keeping of dogs and cats. Tenants should check the House Rules, if there are any,
to clarify this issue before signing the tenancy agreement.
What to Bring?
Yourcompany’smovingpolicywilldeterminehowmuchyoucanbring.Becausetheshipment
of household goods is prohibitively expensive, most companies limit their employees to a
certain weight allowance. Typically, you will be allowed to ship 1,000-4,000 lbs., although some
companiesprovide fornoallowanceother thanwhat youcancarrywithyouon the planewhilea
few companies set no limit whatsoever.
Moving companies that specialize in international moves can provide specific current information
on international import regulations.Other questionsmay be directed to the customs officer of
your country’sconsulate.
Everything is available in Hong Kong, for a price.
Very few things are cheaper in Hong Kong than they are in your home country. The exception
perhaps, is custom-made furniture, including rosewood furniture.
Hong Kong runs on 220/200 volts and 50 cycles.That may be different fromyour voltage and
cycles at home. Voltage transformers can be brought; however, to prevent the transformer
wearingoutthemotorintheappliance,werecommendthatyoupurchaseallofyourappliances
inHongKong.
Consider Bringing
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Prescription drugs (three-month supply).
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For men and women with feet larger than size ten and eight, respectively, stock up on shoes
before you come. Options are limited.
Don’t Bring
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Don’t bring your TV, DVD or VCR. Hong Kong uses a broadcast system, PAL, which is based on
theBritish/European system.
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Most properties come with large appliances, such as refrigerators, washing machines; these
can be purchased ifrequired.
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Be aware of the climate in Hong Kong when packing your clothes.