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⭐️ 1 star – Extremely unprofessional, costly, and stressful relocation
We relocated from Dubai to Spain using Leader Relocations (Dubai), with delivery handled in Europe by Schmidt Global (Netherlands). This experience has been one of the most stressful and disappointing services we have ever paid for.
Everything was agreed in writing, including full door-to-door service and insurance coverage. The packing team in Dubai was the only positive part of this entire process.
After packing, everything went wrong.
Our shipment was delayed by over two months beyond the agreed delivery date. We were later told this was because we had not booked a full container and needed to wait until it was filled — something that was never communicated or agreed beforehand.
When Schmidt Global contacted us saying our belongings had arrived in Europe, they demanded additional payment for storage and a larger shared truck, even though the delay was not caused by us. We were effectively told that if we did not pay, we would not receive our belongings. With two children, school already started, and winter approaching, we had no choice.
Even after paying, delivery was further delayed for weeks while they waited to combine shipments with other customers.
Upon delivery, we discovered damaged items and a missing box, which we immediately reported. At that point, both companies began passing responsibility to each other:
• Schmidt Global claimed they were “only the delivery partner”
• Leader Relocations claimed responsibility only after weeks of chasing
Eventually, Leader Relocations admitted that although we paid for insurance, they never completed the insurance paperwork, and therefore refused compensation. Their only offer was to refund the insurance fee — after our belongings were damaged and one box completely missing.
Since then, our emails have been ignored and the case has been effectively closed.
This was not just poor service — it was lack of accountability, poor communication, unexpected costs, and complete disregard for customers once payment was made.
If you are relocating internationally, especially with a family, think very carefully before trusting these companies. قراءة المزيد