Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
Licensing and vehicle services (external, opens in a new tab)
Check current documentation, registration and new-resident requirements.
Official source · Reviewed September 13, 2026Moving & Arrival Checklist
Moving & Arrival Checklist
A planning timeline to adapt to your contract, possession date and circumstances. These intervals are not legal deadlines.
30–60 days before: establish the plan
Compare moving-company scope, registration where applicable, written estimates and coverage terms. Organize records, utilities, insurance appointments and school or administrative matters if relevant. Confirm possession before making nonrefundable arrangements.
1–2 weeks before: confirm the handoffs
Arrange address changes and service transfers through official channels. Confirm property access, mover reservations, storage needs and building requirements, including elevators, loading areas and move fees.
Closing / move day: verify access
Coordinate the walkthrough, utilities, identification and settlement documents. Confirm when keys and possession transfer under the agreement. Follow building loading and elevator rules. Use the closing guides for independent wire-instruction verification.
After the move: finish administration
Check the applicable DMV for license and vehicle-registration requirements and current deadlines. Review voter or other public-record updates where relevant through official channels. Confirm services, establish a maintenance baseline and complete HOA / condo setup.
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DC Department of Motor Vehicles
Licensing and vehicle services (external, opens in a new tab)
Check current documentation, vehicle and resident-service requirements.
Official source · Reviewed September 13, 2026USA.gov
Address changes (external, opens in a new tab)
Find official address-change channels for mail and government records.
Official source · Reviewed September 13, 2026Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Protect Your Move (external, opens in a new tab)
Research interstate mover registration and consumer guidance; verify intrastate requirements separately.
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