New Arrivals: Expat Guide to Settling in Hong Kong (Housemoving, Travel and beyond)

Written by Lalamove Hong Kong | Jun 18, 2025 6:17:01 AM

Moving to Hong Kong? Lalamove is your essential logistics ally! We handle heavy lifting, travel hassles, and daily errands with 24/7 instant delivery.

From moving furniture, travelling to outdoor activities (including bring your beloved pets out), we ensure a smooth and hassle-free transition into your new home. With our reliable services, you can settle in seamlessly and focus on enjoying your new surroundings. Download the Lalamove app today and take control of your logistics needs, making your move to Hong Kong a breeze!

1️⃣ House Moving: Moving Furnitures via Lalamove

Furniture of different nature and sizes require different treatments:

How to pack you stuff?

Appliances: Most don’t require boxing. Unplug cords, coil and secure them with tape, and wrap items in bubble wrap to prevent damage.

Fragile Tableware & Cookware: Wrap in bubble wrap to avoid breakage.

Furniture: Transport directly. Check container dimensions and label boxes for easy identification.

Don't forget these when you are moving

You have to keep public utility providers updated of your new address. Below are hyperlinks to some so you can update your address anytime.
Don't forget to also notify your Employer, Landline/mobile/internet/TV providers, Post office, banks, doctors, insurers on the change as well.

Water Service Department (WSD): Moving Out - Terminate Old Account | Set Up New Account
Electricity: HK Electric | CLP*
Gas: Open Account | Close Account

* You can identify your electricity providers by the geographical location you live, i.e. for HK Island and nearby islands, go to HK Electric and for Kowloon and the New Territories, go to CLP

2️⃣ Travelling: Luggage Delivery to/from Airport

Hong Kong stands as a dynamic travel hub, attracting millions of global visitors annually. Among the city's diverse transit options, Lalamove emerges as a top and most affordable choice for travellers heading to or from the airport, offering hassle-free luggage transport service tailored to diverse needs.

Always Confirm Details with Driver Partners

When your Lalamove driver partners confirms the order with you, make sure to specify your luggage sizes/quantity, which of the designated zones you'd like to drop off and the associated rates.

* Van can hold at most 5 passengers with luggage/cargo. Confirm with your driver partners ahead of the delivery

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📍HKIA > Any other destination: $30 coupon x 1
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📍Once you complete any order to/from airport, we'll dispatch 2 x $15 van/truck coupons

* Terms & conditions apply.

3️⃣ Pet Delivery

In Hong Kong, public transport systems prohibit animals, and many private vehicles also decline pet passengers. This gap in urban mobility is precisely where Lalamove's Pet Delivery Service excels, offering a dedicated, pet-friendly solution to ensure your furry companions travel safely and comfortably across the city.

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