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Free web tool: Moving Checklist
4 Weeks Before Moving
0/62 Weeks Before Moving
0/71 Week Before Moving
0/7Moving Day
0/8Within 1 Week After Moving
0/9Check status is automatically saved in your browser.
About Moving Checklist
The Moving Checklist is a comprehensive interactive task tracker that guides you through every step of a Korean residential relocation. It organizes 37 essential tasks across five time-based stages: 4 Weeks Before Moving, 2 Weeks Before Moving, 1 Week Before Moving, Moving Day, and Within 1 Week After Moving. Each task can be checked off as completed, and an overall progress bar shows how much of the move you have accomplished.
Moving house in Korea involves a unique combination of universal relocation tasks and Korea-specific administrative requirements. The checklist covers universally applicable tasks such as booking and coordinating movers, packing non-essentials first, labeling boxes by room, and inspecting the new home for defects. It also includes Korea-specific tasks like filing a resident registration change (전입신고, required within 14 days of moving), obtaining a certified date stamp (확정일자) for rental protection, transferring utility accounts (전기·가스·수도 명의 변경), updating health insurance and national pension address, and changing vehicle registration.
The tool uses the browser's localStorage to persist your checklist progress automatically. If you close the browser and return later, all your checked items will still be saved. A reset button allows you to start fresh with a clean checklist. Each stage section shows its own completion count (e.g., 3/6 tasks completed) alongside the overall progress bar, giving you a clear view of which stages need more attention.
Key Features
- 37 tasks organized across 5 time-based stages from 4 weeks before to 1 week after moving
- Progress tracked per section (e.g., 3/6) and overall with a visual progress bar
- localStorage auto-save — progress persists across browser sessions
- Reset button to start a fresh checklist at any time
- Korea-specific tasks: 전입신고, 확정일자, utility name transfers, pension/insurance address update
- Moving-day documentation tasks: meter photo, pre-move home photos, defect inspection
- 100% client-side — all checklist data stays in your browser only
- Bilingual Korean/English labels for every task and section
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 전입신고 (resident registration transfer) and when must it be done?
전입신고 is the process of officially registering your new address at the local community center (주민센터) or online at the Government24 portal (정부24). Korean law requires this to be completed within 14 days of moving into a new residence. It is important for tenants because the 전입신고 date, combined with the 확정일자, establishes priority for rental deposit protection under Korean housing law.
What is 확정일자 and why does it matter?
확정일자 is an official date stamp placed on your rental contract by the local community center or a court. It establishes the legal date of your tenancy and is essential for protecting your rental deposit (전세금 or 보증금) in the event of the landlord's bankruptcy or forced sale. Without it, your deposit may not be protected under Korean law.
Why should I photograph the meters and home condition on moving day?
Photographing gas, water, and electricity meters on moving day creates an objective record of readings at the time of your move. This protects you from being charged for utilities used by the previous resident. Similarly, photographing the condition of the outgoing home provides evidence if the landlord disputes damage claims or security deposit deductions.
Why is elevator reservation mentioned for apartments?
Korean apartment buildings (아파트) typically allow only one household to use the freight elevator for moving at a time. You must reserve the elevator in advance by contacting the apartment management office (관리사무소). Failure to reserve may result in scheduling conflicts and delays on moving day.
How does the checklist save my progress?
The checklist uses your browser's localStorage to save checked items automatically whenever you check or uncheck a task. This means your progress is saved locally on your device and will persist even after closing the tab or browser. However, progress is stored per browser and device — it will not sync to other devices.
What utilities need to be transferred when moving in Korea?
You typically need to handle: electricity (한국전력공사, KEPCO) — transfer account name or register new; city gas (도시가스) — transfer or new account; water (수도) — notify local district office; internet/TV — schedule service transfer or new installation; health insurance (건강보험) and national pension (국민연금) address update.
Do I need to update my vehicle registration when moving?
Yes, if you own a vehicle, you are required to update your vehicle registration (자동차 등록증) to reflect your new address within a specified period after moving. This can be done at the local district office (구청) or online. Failure to update may result in fines and can affect insurance validity.
When should I start packing before moving day?
The checklist suggests starting to pack non-essential items 2 weeks before the move. Items you use daily should be packed last, in the final days before moving. Start by packing off-season clothing, books, decorations, and rarely used kitchen items. Label all boxes with both the contents and the destination room in the new home.