Moving Tips
Plan your move across the UAE
Practical guidance on inventory planning, building permits, packing, and moving day, shaped around the rules and realities of UAE buildings.
Preparation
Three areas to prepare first
Organize inventory, permits, and fragile items before the crew arrives.
Inventory
Tag every item
Label each box and piece of furniture with its room of origin and destination. Keep a simple inventory list so nothing is missed at unloading.
Permits
Confirm building access
Check your building's move-in guidelines early, including lift booking, access times, and any approval forms the management office requires before moving day.
Fragile items
Pack with care
Wrap glassware, electronics, and wardrobe sets separately. Use padded cartons for fragile pieces and keep chargers and documents in a clearly marked bag.
Moving day
A clear sequence for the day
01
Confirm utilities
Arrange final meter readings and handover of water, electricity, and internet services for the old and new addresses.
02
Secure building access
Confirm lift reservations and loading-bay times with building management so the crew can arrive and unload on schedule.
03
Check items at loading
Walk through each room with the crew, matching labels against the inventory list before items leave the property.
04
Inspect on arrival
Verify each box and piece of furniture at the new address, and note any concerns while the crew is still present.