International Detailing?

Barry Theal

Barry Theal

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I just had a call from a collector in another country. He was highly interested in me detailing his collection. Has anyone ever traveled abroad to detail? Whats all involved with doing it legit and legal? Thanks for the help.



Barry
 
You'd probably have to obtain a work visa, or at least a temporary one from the country you'd be going to and obviously a passport if you don't have one already.
 
Which country? A photographer friend of mine went to Mexico to shoot a wedding and got the necessary license...I could check with him. From what I understand, if you are coming to Canada to work temporarily you will need a visa.
 
I wouldn't worry about being legal or legit as long as you're doing it in an isolated timeframe. It really depends on the client and their accommodations. I would certainly work out all the terms and variables associated with expectations and price beforehand. And also insist on a decent sized non refundable retainer just in case something goes sideways. I would also do the final transaction without the exchange do greenbacks. Either PayPal, cashiers check, but no cash due to issues at customs.
 
Maybe contact the US Embassy in the country your going? I agree with Dave on his point. As far as supplies and equipment I'd ship them ahead to avoid any issues during travel. Then ship back. Just a cost to consider rolling in.



Ive had vehicles shipped here but never gone to them so that's different .
 
I've traveled twice in the last year, once internationally, once to another state.



I had to ship my chemicals but I took my machines and everything else in luggage.



In both these cases, the client arranged for transportation and accommodations, including meals and paid the fee on top of that.



Robert
 
The only other countries I’ve worked in (detailing) were within the EU, so no work, insurance or visa issues



You would need a temporary work visa at very least, get insurance cover (including medical) and check on requirements for temp business licence. As stated ship chemicals ( hint describe then as detailing products, the word 'chemicals' sets custom off on a tangent) but take tools in luggage (if customs check your baggage and find ‘tools of your trade’ they will want to see a work permit of some sort or they may refuse you entry



Best of luck with this venture...
 
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