Resources for a Smarter Move
Whether you're planning a local move or relocating across the world, the right information makes all the difference. Browse our resources below or search for a specific topic.
Plan Your Move with Confidence
Practical guidance on every stage of your move, from early planning through delivery and settlement.
A step-by-step guide to organizing your move so nothing gets left to chance.
Understand what your mover is responsible for and what additional protection options are available to you.
A straightforward guide to restricted and prohibited items and how to handle them before moving day.
Moving Internationally? Know Before You Go.
IAM member-reviewed guides covering customs requirements, documentation, and local considerations for destinations around the world. Continuously updated.
Customs requirements, documentation, and local considerations for your move to the UK.
Customs requirements, documentation, and local considerations for your move to Germany.
Customs requirements, documentation, and local considerations for your move to Chile.
Know the Rules for Your Move
Licensing and compliance requirements vary by location and move type. Find the rules that apply to your move — whether local, long distance, or international.
Every state writes its own rulebook. See what yours asks of a mover before you sign.
Cross a state line and federal rules take over. Know what your mover has to hold.
Customs, export filings, destination rules — what has to be settled before your things leave the country.