Moving Checklist (10 Weeks) (Page 3 of 3) in pdf

1 Week to go

Make sure you have all passports, ID cards, birth certificates and other

important documents in one place. Keep the spare keys to your car

there as well.

Make sure you have enough medication for two weeks after your move.

Discuss your move with your doctor- they could give you some advice and

sometimes even refer you to a new doctor at the new location

Ask your FAIM mover for stickers so that you can pre-mark which items

are to go where at the destination and to clearly mark the items

designated for storage – they will be more than eager to help!

Pack necessary items for the travel to the destination and for the first

couple days

Get some travellers cheques and local currency- they’ll come in handy

when you arrive at your destination!

1 Day to go

Defrost your fridge/freezer

Make sure you know where your important documents are and that they

do not get packed

Make sure you have some food and beverages handy for the moving day

Moving Day

You have to be present—your children and pets do not!

Have a talk with the foreman of the crew and give him any specific

instructions you may have for some items

Check and sign the inventory list

Exchange contact information with the driver and verify that the

destination address is correct

When the house seems to be empty—check it again. Look inside the

cupboards and other hiding places to make sure you haven’t forgotten

anything

Delivery Day

Again, you should be present, but your children and pets do not need to

The destination agent will arrange for customs clearance- keep in touch

to make that you are available should you be required to go to the

customs personally

If necessary - tell the moving crew to which room the boxes should go;

although this should be clear from the markings

Check off each item off the inventory list

Unpack everything and verify that all items are intact

Make note of any claims you need to file

…and now you should focus on settling in and enjoy this new and exciting chapter

of your life!

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