PROCESS SHIPPING TO JAMAICA! vlog (Barrels, Food, Furniture, Clothes) price, tips,advice &experience

[@mikeinthetruth]

I don't know if you are aware of this but if you pack a barrel filled with clothes when it gets to Jamaica they will assume you might be trying to sell them. So they will charge you more to clear it. It's better to put the clothes at the bottom and put other items from the middle to the top. When they check the barrel they usually remove half of what's inside then put them back in.

[@anneshaadams]

trueeee

[@karenr3355]

TIP: With the plastic bag, turn it inside out so the writing does not come off on clothing

[@anneshaadams]

thats smart!!

[@PHlophe]

Gurl , this came handy. Thanks a ton.

[@chillinwithabbz1120]

GIRL! You are a lifesaver, I’m sending a whole bunch of things to Jamaica and boy! Your video is everything. Thank you

[@anneshaadams]

You are so welcome

[@tameikalexis]

How’d it go?

[@Jayariee]

You're right, most people aren't offended if you send them used clothes especially if they know it's coming from a generally clean source. It's not offensive especially given the cost to get clothes locally

[@anneshaadams]

yes!

[@samara8895]

True

[@paigeroyale4173]

Hey is it true that you should avoid sending too much clothes as they may think it’s for selling

[@Jayariee]

@@paigeroyale4173 I've heard this but haven't had a problem. I think it's good if you mix the clothes with other personal items

[@paigeroyale4173]

@@Jayariee Thankyou

[@catchyname5403]

Have y’all tried using space saving vacuum seal bags for clothes, linen and blankets? It will save more space

[@internationalpropertypurch9832]

Smart, good idea 💡

[@jenwilli9832]

Good job Annesha, nice to see how its done, I have never shipped or received a barrel but I know that are lots of families look forward to it. Blessings

[@anneshaadams]

omg thank you! Def share it!

[@Queenjayyy]

Yesssss. I love videos like this, I’ll be moving to Jamaica really soon so I need all the info I can get 😊

[@anneshaadams]

omg ! all the best! thank you!

[@Queenjayyy]

@@anneshaadams thank you! I’ll be DM’ing you if I need any advice 😆

[@mario_stinger_business_channel]

I'm making a 30 pros and cons to move to Jamaica soon. I'll send you the link.

[@onelife7110]

I'm moving back next year I'm really looking forward to that

[@onelife7110]

In ready

[@XxIcybluexX]

Man, the cold weather up here has you looking slayed and refreshed. There's nothing like a break from paradise to get back into the swing of things, very informative.

[@anneshaadams]

You got that right!

[@saisai-wt9yr]

Im moving back to Jamaica in April after 5 years i cant wait and im packing barrels with house hold stuff,food stuff and a 55" tv and clothes..

[@anneshaadams]

all the best!!

[@84RAle]

I'm packing my first barrel for my mother in law in st Vincent and this was extremely helpful. Thank you!

[@anneshaadams]

yeaaay youre welcome

[@jodiannbailey7424]

I thought my mother was good at packing but yall bet her by far. Queens of packing.

[@anneshaadams]

hahhaa

[@TruMumzel]

​@@anneshaadams CAN U PUT MY NAME ON THE LIST PLZ AS A JAMAICANS 🎉❤

[@Khyboh]

Sis, when I tell you I love you and your family when I tell you I love this video I can't tell you enough how much your videos have inspired me thank you so much!!!

[@shadaygivans8040]

I really love this, I find it very interesting even though me Nah ship nth😅

[@anneshaadams]

I'm glad you like it ! hahah

[@thecampbellfamilystime100]

Yes! Great video. Please tell mom we absolutely NEED more lifestyle videos.

[@anneshaadams]

yesss

[@jamericanrebel]

My mom taught me a trick when going to Jamaica. If you have 2 suitcases put 1 foot of shoe in both suitcases. I got some stuff stolen out my suitcase in Jamaica. Customs left a ticket saying then went in and when I check my suit case, the stole my perfume, lotion, deodorant ect and a pair of shoes. I was so mad. I remember buying my perfume and not even spraying it once!

[@anneshaadams]

this is smart

[@nylapsalms4678]

This is the best shipping and barrel packing video on KZbin thank you and God bless you

[@anneshaadams]

omg thank you for watching!!

[@TheUnapologeticSista]

I grew up with my Mum sending barrels to Jamaica from the UK since the late 80's. She is extremely good at packing. It's so expensive to send them these days but we still send them because we have family and friends that need the items in them. If we could find a cheaper way to send them that would be great.

[@anneshaadams]

i agreee

[@barbaraglover4451]

I love you guys thanks so very much for showing us how to pack the Barrel

[@anneshaadams]

youre welcome!

[@paronagrant2953]

I really appreciate these type of videos. We need these wharf people to once a year give us a real bargain. Love your videos

[@anneshaadams]

I agreeee!!

[@shondastacy]

You guys are bosses at packing. I've learnt a lot

[@anneshaadams]

Glad to hear it!omg thank you!

[@lyteandlove]

Wonderful video! I used it to pack my first barrel to ship to my fiance in St. Vincent to aid in some relief from the volcano eruption. Can I take the toothpaste out the box, bubble wrap it and place in shoes for space?

[@onelife7110]

When you're shipping to Jamaica food they don't really mess with the with food.. clothes shoes appliances TV's is what they get you on

[@anneshaadams]

Ohhhh

[@ParadiseBiker]

You guys are smart, you pack the barrel at the company.. My family packs it from home n pays the company to pick up

[@anneshaadams]

niceee

[@dillydoingthings]

i'm moving back next year and i have to send down barrels for the first time. so, thanx! this was very informative, although it looks a bit overwhelming.

[@anneshaadams]

Good luck!

[@mooneyemarshall4448]

Just take your time and get things together that you want to ship and don’t wait for the last minute to do things. That way you won’t be overwhelmed

[@dillydoingthings]

@@mooneyemarshall4448 i was thinking that. start from early. thank you

[@mooneyemarshall4448]

@@dillydoingthings you’re welcome! Wish you all the best with everything

[@dillydoingthings]

@@mooneyemarshall4448 thank you!

[@matims6826]

Very helpful video. BTW the barrels prices there are very good. I live in Edmonton Alberta and it's hard to find a barrel and they are expensive.

[@davebigs]

Wow girl, your mom brought her A game to the packing. .

[@anneshaadams]

haha i agreee

[@joyokafor5887]

Thank you so much for remembering people back home this touched my very soul

[@Bellabelle2023]

It’s 2022, and THANK YOU for this video!! I’m gonna use this method to move state to state, wonderful detailed advice!!

[@vaughnparkes]

Thanks for this. I always wondered how these barrels were processed.

[@anneshaadams]

thanks for watching!

[@britinnit]

Wow. I really enjoyed this video and I’m not even packing a barrel

[@anneshaadams]

omg thank you!

[@shaniellelawrence]

I love this video it has a lot of value packing is truly a skill

[@anneshaadams]

truthhh!

[@karenr3355]

If you go to the immigration office and declare you are a returning resident, you pay waaaay less fees at customs and you are given a year to ship stuff

[@thepassportlife]

Thanks Karen, good to know.

[@karenr3355]

@@thepassportlife first you have to go to the immigration/passport office... The Customs Agency/Returning Residents Unit to get your passport stamped for an unconditional landing if it is not a Jamaican passport, then you go to the customs office near the wharf where you fill out paper work, basically listing all that you will be shipping .... so in 2009 I paid only $2,500 JD to customs for a house full of furniture, ie bedroom sets, living room, washer, dryer, fridge, stove. etc..... Mind you, the amount that the company that received and stored the stuff for 2 day charge me was an entirely different story

[@originalfoxylady4520]

@@karenr3355 Thank you so much for this info. I heard about a returning resident have to get a broker in JA to clear the things. I was thinking of a 40" container with car. 🙌 bless up.

[@karenr3355]

@@originalfoxylady4520 don't get me wrong, you will have to deal with a broker out there as the company that ships your things is not going g to be the same ones that receive and store your stuff in JA at least back then they didn't, one company ships and another receives and stores..... Please ask your shipping company to get the fee from the company in JA so that you are not charged differently when you go to get your stuff. For example, I was told that the broker was charging me $86k, JD included storage and transportation of stuff to the house in country, this was the price I was given even when I called the broker the day before I went to clear the stuff..... the next day, paid the broker, went to identify the stuff so customs could check, I was then told I had to pay an addition $12k JD service/storage fee before I could get my Mom's belongings.... I was livid because if I did not have the extra cash, thank goodness for ATM, I would had had to pay an extra day for storage..... as stated before I only paid $2,500 JD to custom to clear everything as a resident with conditional landing (done on a rush as i didnt have time to get a JA passport for my Mom)

[@originalfoxylady4520]

@@karenr3355 Thanks for the info. Maybe, I'll ship the car singly; then box crate the furniture 🤔

[@planesmoreplanes5285]

Learned something new about packing barrels thank you

[@anneshaadams]

Glad to help

[@THEWILLIAMSFAMILY777]

love this video very informative. I cant wait to start packing our things to move home looking forward to that day.

[@anneshaadams]

yesss!! omg thank you!

[@Bmwrd353]

Yes they’re Guyanese we’ve used them before, excellent service we found barrels in the west end cheaper at Jane Street and Lawrence a few places over there prices from $35-$60 for the size barrel you sent

[@anneshaadams]

oh woow!

[@zoeshaaa]

Bruh, this is even how I pack my suitcases LOL ! I use up every nook & cranny in every thing !

[@anneshaadams]

hahah

[@Cristallina96]

I love your tips when it comes to packing barrels and suitcases 👍🏾

[@anneshaadams]

Glad you like them!

[@angellafraser638]

In duluth georgia barrels are 30.00 and they drop them off at your house and comes back and pick them up at your house 90 dollars to ship Carribbean international ship Its great,you dont gave to leave home

[@anneshaadams]

nice

[@nayahr740]

Hi, I’m in Marietta - do they ship from there too and do you have a contact?

[@jenniferkelly7356]

Thanks hon, I really needed this video. I was having a breakdown yesterday about getting certain stuff off to Jamaica and your video was right on time. THANK YOU SO MUCH 😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@anneshaadams]

oomggg i so understand! You got this!

[@anishaltv]

This was so informative, thank you for the time you put into this 💙

[@anneshaadams]

You're so welcome!

[@matthiasisrael]

Great video sis. Thanks allot .. I will be moving to Jamaica soon so this really helped a brother out. All the best..

[@anneshaadams]

Glad it was helpful! Best of luck!

[@doreenmattis3045]

Your mom does a good job like one of my sister good job mom lol

[@ParadiseBiker]

Can't wait to travel so I can pack my own barrel 😊😊😊

[@anneshaadams]

hahaha niceee

[@zoeshaaa]

Ouuu I love that those ones have the to and from spots on it ! That's neat

[@anneshaadams]

I think so too!

[@renblake9428]

Love how authentically Jamaican your Vlogs are .

[@anneshaadams]

I appreciate that

[@ayoma3512]

I had to like this video when you said the cost of living in Jamaica is high because honestly it really is. Clothes is so expensive, food is and everything else. Ordering things from overseas from shein etc is so expensive and it's driving me crazy and I'm not even a full on adult yet. Imagine when i live on my own and start buy things, I would get depressed.

[@Naswillshine]

You’re videos are always informative. Great insight on how to navigate Jamaica

[@anneshaadams]

I appreciate that

[@TRISH-473]

Wow and i thought i was doing a great job packing barrels. You and your mum are professional lol. We all gonna learn from this video. Thanks for sharing . My flag is hanging lovely there 473 🇬🇩. Au revoir 👋

[@anneshaadams]

niceeeee

[@greensteelusallc7862]

This is a great video. I just came across it. I’m trying to ship a barrel of food or two to your country Jamaica. There’s lots of people in Jamaica especially in the world countries of Jamaica that don’t have every day basic necessities. There’s lots of people in my area that is willing to help especially with pampers, baby wipes, baby shampoo, along with clothing of all ages and all size. Along with that food . food is a necessity for all!

[@anneshaadams]

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[@donna-mariechambers4608]

I found this video useful halfway threw the video the sound went funny and was hard to hear. This is my first time packing a barrel to send to Jamaica. One good tip is to make sure the plastic bags don't have holes or writen on it. If so turn bag it inside out or it may bleed onto clothing. ☆ Another good tip is to buy large zip bags for Dollertree or DollerRama to pack spillable in.

[@anneshaadams]

niceeeeee

[@joshuadillon319]

I haven't even watched the video yet and I can already tell that I'm going to LOVE it. Keep up the good work Annesha 😄😄😄😄

[@anneshaadams]

You're the best! thank you!

[@joshuadillon319]

@@anneshaadams 😭😭😭😭😭💞💞💞💞

[@jamierowe3752]

Hello, Good day Annesha I'm interested in sending a barrel to jamaica. What would you say about the security of your shipment to jamaica ? Did you receive all of the items you shipped ?

[@karenr3355]

Nobody in JA throw out those cardboard barrels, the will find use for it. And yes. The plastic ones are good for water storage in places that don't get much rain

[@BigPete222]

Great vlog, I'll share this with my friend who's moving to Jamaica in the new year

[@anneshaadams]

thank youu!!

[@marlinejenkins8576]

I and I love to see you back in Ontario, Canada.

[@anneshaadams]

oh wooow

[@maried6673]

Thank you all for this video😊I just shipped 2 barrels to JA couple weeks ago 😊

[@anneshaadams]

Good stuff

[@Honeyb03]

Thanks for this video hun, very helpful for my first time shipping to JA. Any companies you recommend in South FL?

[@chrisb2386]

This video is sooo super informative. Planning to ship a few items to Jamaica. Can you please tell me approximately how much you paid to clear these items. Have a headboard that I want to ship as well. Thanks

[@NiiX83]

I'm looking to ship from Australia...never thought of barrels

[@islandbreezy441]

I was told customs changes you out the ying yang for boxed shipments instead of barrels. How was your experience for non returning resident purchases?

[@alexblair4324]

Thank you u just save me .. cause shippping in a rush is madness

[@lightcode1323]

just caught your video,,found it very useful.. Would love to know what you were saying towards the end where you mention someone shipping Containers and or Trucks????

[@soshanaadlam7165]

Annesha looks so good. I am enjoying this vlog. Love your videos hun

[@anneshaadams]

Yay! Thank you!

[@empressme557]

I definitely saved this shipping company info. We just shipped barrels from 3 barrels down to Jamaica from Washington DC and the people charge $400... 😠 I need to begin looking for containers to send down because I’m moving soon... so I will definitely be checking them out! Thanks for the info hun 🖤🖤😎😎

[@anneshaadams]

youre welcome!

[@Paul-Penny]

I've been searching around myself, containers are pricey, but I'm sure it will be worth it. Here's to us finding a good shipping company

[@torigwin14]

Hey Annesha! I love you videos, they are always very informative ❤️ I’m moving to Jamaica in a couple of months and i wanted to ship my desk and office chair, do you recommend? How much did they charge you to collect these items? I saw your previous video from a couple years ago but you just paid to collect a large box?

[@bobnewhart4318]

Good place to get barrels cheaper and bigger in America is Craigslist. They have sellers that buy them in bulk and resell them to you. So you can get a 65 gallon barrel or bigger for the price of a 55 gallon.

[@lifeasangel172]

Aye baby 😍 I feel like I was with you packing 🤗 btw I learn a lot from the video ‼️

[@anneshaadams]

I'm so glad!

[@stephaniemitchell8554]

I know up there my favorite store danforth got lower down where they sell the curtains

[@jannee9934]

Girl, if I get to send my barrel I'll definitely give you a shout out for showing us the shipping company. Am all the way out east and its expensive from here.

[@RMNgozi]

Awesome video on process shipping to Jamaica Annesha. Some very cool tips there.

[@anneshaadams]

Thanks for watching!

[@ParadiseBiker]

Nice thanks girl, haven't even watched the video but this is interesting always wanted to know how this is done 👍🏿

[@anneshaadams]

Hope you like it!

[@sherp6781]

Hi Annesha. Love your vlogs. Any tips on sending furniture/large appliances to Jamaica (used/new). How was it sending the couch?

[@anneshaadams]

its easy and cost effectve. i share it in the video

[@josephyves2377]

I really appreciate the video can you tell me where to find the barrels?

[@anneshaadams]

in the video bruh

[@Justsayingthat]

We always buy barrels from around there. We prefer plastic because it is reusable. My parents never really do calculations if it is better just to send money. Any thoughts on what is best?

[@anneshaadams]

depends what ure sending it for? packing a barrel you get more for your money because places outside of jamaica is cheaper

[@donnajacksunn489]

Ms. Joan knows how to pack a barrel 😂...Thank you very much

[@blessedgreenchick2222]

Thank you so much Annesha... this is extremely helpful...we are preparing everything right now to move back to JA very soon...thank you so much girl🇯🇲🇯🇲🤗🤗🏡🏖💯💯

[@anneshaadams]

Glad it was helpful! best of luck!!

[@mariemoore8776]

Yes that is so true shoes and clothes are expensive here..

[@anneshaadams]

yes

[@trunciaross1622]

Very informative...thank you...will be very helpful to people shipping things home....hope to see the wharf experience when collecting in Jamaica...

[@anneshaadams]

i have it on my channel!

[@Chesca99]

Lol I’ve only been in America a couple months and I am planning my move back home

[@brinky_101]

No reach over there yet but thank u God led me here just start watch u videos today n almost watch all need smt new have u been to Clarendon

[@notyouraveragechef4109]

A so much of us moving back to jamdung , mi ready nex year yuh .

[@anneshaadams]

woot!

[@Paul-Penny]

Me an yuh mumma. Hopefully this year 🙏🏿

[@theycallmereese1892]

You can also check Fresh Value, I got cardboard barrels for $15 but the prices vary by season/stock

[@anneshaadams]

what city?

[@theycallmereese1892]

@@anneshaadams Toronto, west end

[@andrewgrant2832]

Hi and good morning. i luv watching your videos keep up the good work okay, i'm from Toronto just wanted to know if you know how to clear a 55inch at warf. To ship and clear i want to compare the price to see if it's worth buying here or there. Because you we can get nice tv's at low prices over if we shop around. please have a good day.

[@anneshaadams]

this is a good question! i do not knowww

[@susiemuirhead561]

I shipped a barrel, 3 medium boxes of food, and a 40" TV about 4 years ago and my sister-in-law in Kingston cleared it for me. They charged $66,000 for everything. You can ask the shipping company how much it will cost to ship. I sent it through Tradespan in Mississauga. They were quite reasonable.

[@jpbaby1466]

Thats crazy! Last year I got 6 barrels for less than $100 but all cardboard

[@notyouraveragechef4109]

That's the standard price here too for barrel but I find the retailer source and get it for $30 when I need to ship food (plastic ones)

[@anneshaadams]

niceeee

[@abless2919]

That’s a good idea Annesha and mom great job.

[@anneshaadams]

thank youu!

[@bigandfine]

You and Mom are going be so Blessed🙏💞🙏💞🙏 for doing this so nice and sweet, blessings to you and your Mom.

[@anneshaadams]

all for you!! youre welcome!

[@monicaroberts1336]

Oh my goodness you think like i do, my daughters throw everything in the garbage, i take them right out, i sort between 🇯🇲 va, and the kidney foundation, i donate every week, i had to visit twice fir funerals since nov, so i was not able to ship but i am getting it together, i see where the ones who needs it really do appreciate what you give, i use zip loc bags i heard you cannot send the bags from the grocery store, i know they will be happy, more and more blessings

[@anneshaadams]

yessss

[@ThePowellFamily]

Wow barrels are expensive over there...here in the UK its £10 - £15 (depending on size) for a metal barrel ALL YEAR ROUND 😩

[@TheUnapologeticSista]

Where are you getting barrels for those prices? I pay £35 for a 220ltr plastic barrel.

[@TRISH-473]

10/15£ where? hook a sister up. I live in west london and i normally pay 30 to 35£ for one barrel

[@ThePowellFamily]

@@TheUnapologeticSista I'm in Birmingham

[@ThePowellFamily]

@@TRISH-473 I'm in birmingham

[@anneshaadams]

remember the currency is different!

[@notyouraveragechef4109]

I graduate from barrel , a crate mi deal with , full Plyboard and I pack it like sardine 😆

[@anneshaadams]

Yes, we do both and love both!!

[@kymyha]

I need to know the total price to send a barrel start to pickup to JA, MB????

[@thebennettfamily5739]

Those blue barrels are $38.00 a one in the us, nice 👍 vlog.

[@anneshaadams]

Oh wow!

[@malinkotafari9365]

morningside sheppard always has

[@anneshaadams]

ohhh

[@erinbarrow4819]

Love this video Annesha i learn alot from this video👍👍💓💓

[@anneshaadams]

im so happy i could help!

[@shakera6258]

Ur skin looks so better when your here in Toronto

[@anneshaadams]

Ohhhhhh

[@findlaterjames6900]

Good info guys, very informative 👍.

[@ernestinebournerichards5415]

who you ship with I'm looking to send a barrel to Jamaica I need a place to do door to door.

[@jullianbrown8646]

Have u ever pack a food barrel and put washing soap in it and it don't draw to the rice and flour tell me a trick on how to do that.

[@anneshaadams]

try putting the liquids at the top and wrap them in a plastic bag and thick clothing item!

[@jullianbrown8646]

@@anneshaadams thank u for the generous tip.

[@susiemuirhead561]

I did this from Toronto. I shipped through Tradespan. They brought the barrels to me and then picked it up from me.

[@anneshaadams]

love that!

[@Maxximillion100]

Wow!!!! y'all shipped all that for $270? or was it $2,070? I have a few boxes of school supplies that I have to return because of the shipping cost. I think it'll only be worth it if I lived on the East Coast.

[@nathaliethomas9719]

Thanks for this Aneesha. Going to ship with Q-trex this week. What's the service like once everything arrives in Jamaica. Which wharf did you goods go to?

[@anneshaadams]

Any time