6 weeks before you move

Confirm your move with mover and sign the deal

Identify prohibited items and make arrangements during the move

Prepare to handle your pets during the move

5 weeks before your move

Remove and dispose items you don't want to carry

4 weeks before you move

Inform people of your new address

Notify banks and other financial institutions about your move

Round up passports, birth/marriage certificates and other family documentation

3 weeks before you move

Separate favorite toys and household articles

Make sure your pet's vaccinations are up to date

Arrange for mail to be forwarded

2 weeks before you move

Start to dismantle climbing frames/garden furniture

Agree upon an insurance value and terms with your mover

Make arrangements of connection of services to your new home

Return library books

Find new place for your plants

3 days before your move

Defrost the refrigerator/freezer

Plan simple meals for moving day to avoid using appliances

Separate luggage items you need for personal travel

Clean garden tools, bicycles and other gardening equipment

Empty the tanks of powered tools such as mowers

Check you have enough medication for at least two weeks, and ensure you have copies of any necessary prescriptions for use at the destination

Collect travelers checks or local currency

Arrange for someone to look after the children on moving day