Moving Preparation

A Smooth Move Starts with the Right Preparation.

Step by step, with PML.

Moving abroad involves more than packing. You’ll need to prepare passports and visas, settle utilities, review insurance and banking, and update your address and contacts.
By organizing documents and timelines around your departure date, you can avoid delays and unexpected costs.

Be sure to check restricted items and update addresses in advance for a smooth handover.
Since tasks vary by schedule, use a stage-by-stage checklist and complete them one by one—PML will guide you throughout.

Preparation
for Your International Move

One Month Before Departure

Check the validity of your passport and visa, and apply for an international driver’s license if needed. Review restricted shipment items in advance. Booking your flight and arranging accommodation early will help make the remaining schedule much smoother.

  • Check passport and visa validity
  • Apply for an international driver’s license
  • Review restricted shipment items
  • Plan for home sale or lease arrangements
  • Settle utilities, phone, and internet services
  • Update contact details for post-move communication

Preparation
for Your International Move

1 Week Before Departure

Confirm your flight and complete the cancellation of utilities such as gas, water, electricity, and internet.
Finalize your contact list and complete tasks like cleaning and sending address change notifications.

  • Confirm flight booking and ticket issuance
  • Cancel or settle gas, water, electricity, and internet bills
  • Suspend mail and newspaper delivery
  • Arrange cleaning and waste disposal
  • Return rented items (books, equipment, etc.)
  • Update or cancel insurance policies
  • Finalize financial transactions
  • Verify and share post-move contact list
  • Send address change notifications

Preparation
for Your International Move

Two Days Before Packing

Keep important documents and valuables separately, and finish organizing personal items.
Double-check restricted items and confirm access routes for packing and moving vehicles.

  • Keep documents and valuables separately
  • Empty and clean refrigerators and appliances
  • Arrange transport for vehicles or high-value items
  • Dispose of hazardous materials and sprays
  • Collect and pack dry-cleaned clothing
  • Finalize cleaning and waste disposal
  • Reconfirm packing site layout and access routes

Preparation
for Your International Move

Packing Day

Clearly inform the packing team about valuables and item categories, and check overall conditions.
Mark items needed immediately after arrival and record any special transport requests.

  • Inform the packing team about valuables and packed items
  • Inspect packing conditions and labeling
  • Mark items needed immediately after arrival
  • Assist with packing and sorting during the move
  • Ensure all spaces are properly loaded

Planning an international move or shipment?

PML is here to support you every step of the way
— from departure to delivery.

Call us +82 (31) 907 1616