When is the best time to book my student move?

For a date just before the start of the semester or at the end of the month, ideally four to six weeks beforehand, because many people move at the same time then. In the middle of the month and during the week, two to three weeks are often enough. If you need a parking restriction in Berlin, allow around four weeks for processing.

What is a part load and when is it worth it?

With a part load , your belongings travel along with other jobs heading in the same direction, and you only pay for your space. It is worthwhile if you have few household goods, are moving a long way and can be a few days flexible on the delivery date – for instance because your old and new tenancy agreements overlap.

Do I have to register my move with the registration office?

Yes, in Germany you are legally obliged to register your new address at the registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt) within two weeks of the move . This also applies to students moving to a new city or into student halls. If you miss this deadline, fines may be charged, so you should plan this step early.

How can I save on boxes when moving?

Use containers you already have, such as suitcases, rucksacks or laundry baskets, to transport clothes and personal items. Used moving boxes from friends or supermarkets are also an inexpensive alternative. That way you considerably reduce the material costs of your student move and help the environment at the same time.

What should I bear in mind on a shared-flat move?

On a shared-flat move , it is important to make clear agreements with your flatmates about responsibilities and the schedule. Also make sure that shared kitchen appliances or pieces of furniture are clearly assigned. Good organisation prevents misunderstandings and ensures a smooth process on moving day.

How do I find an affordable moving service for students?

Compare offers that state what is included and whether the date is binding. A fixed price after a survey protects you from extra charges. It becomes cheaper if you avoid a popular day, pack yourself and sort things out beforehand. Whether there are special terms for students, we clarify when you enquire; find out more about our student move .

What does a long-distance move to another city cost for students?

A long-distance move is naturally more expensive than a local move, as distance and driving time play a bigger role. The costs depend heavily on the amount of furniture and the distance. On our page on long-distance moves , you will find detailed information and can request an individual quote.

Is my furniture insured during the move?

For damage during transport, we are liable under the German Commercial Code for up to €620 per cubic metre of removal goods (§ 451e HGB). For expensive single items, additional insurance is available on request. It is best to report externally visible damage immediately on delivery, or at the latest the day after (§ 451f HGB).

How can I organise my move across several cities?

If you are moving to several cities one after the other, for example for an internship and a master's, plan each stage separately: what do you really need, and what can go into storage in between? We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle long-distance moves to other cities and back; for few belongings, a part load is often cheaper. You can find destinations with their own page in the locations overview .

Which documents do I need to re-register after the move?

To register, you need your identity card or passport and the landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung) from your landlord (§ 19 BMG); you do not have to present the tenancy agreement. The deadline is two weeks after moving in (§ 17 BMG). Book your appointment at the citizens' office before the move so that it falls within these two weeks.

How can I make my moving day stress-free?

Allow enough buffer time and draw up a detailed checklist for moving day so that you do not forget any important step. Hire a professional team early to help you with carrying and transport. That leaves you more time to concentrate on your new home and everyday university life.

THE RIGHT DATE

The best date for a student move: start of semester end of month, day of the week

Start of semester, end of tenancy, day of the week: when a student move is easiest to organise and which days everyone else wants too.

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FROM BERLIN-MOABIT

Timing in the academic year

The calendar has a say

Schedule cleverly

Unsere Firma Timing a student move properly: start of semester at universities and universities of applied sciences, change of month, day of the week and lead time for parking restrictions and registration.

At universities, the winter semester begins on 1 October and the summer semester on 1 April; at universities of applied sciences (Fachhochschulen), usually a month earlier. Just before then, many students move at the same time – and mostly at the end of the month, because that is when tenancy agreements end. If you choose a day in the middle of the month or during the week, you have more choice with moving companies, parking restrictions and the citizens' office (Bürgeramt). We give you the fixed price for your student move after the survey.

Work backwards from your preferred date: in Berlin, the road traffic authority needs around four weeks for the parking restriction, the signs must be in place at least three full days beforehand, and after moving in you have two weeks to register. If your old and new tenancy agreements overlap by a few days, the move becomes more relaxed. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) – find out more about our student move.

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PLAN YOUR DATE

PERSONAL ADVICE

Fix your preferred date early

Survey, fixed price, fixed day

The earlier you enquire, the more likely you are to get the day that suits your tenancy agreement and semester. Call us on 01625978461: we survey your room, then give you a fixed price and confirm the date bindingly.

Offers available individually, depending on effort, scheduling and the scope of services required.

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PLANNED MOVING

How we secure your date

A fixed day instead of hoping

At the change of semester, the problem is not the carrying but the calendar. That is why we fix the moving day bindingly after the survey, apply for the parking restriction in good time on request and plan dismantling, transport and assembly so that everything is in place by the evening. For transport damage, we are liable under the HGB (§ 451e: €620 per m³). We are based in Berlin-Moabit; on Google we are rated 5.0 from 119 reviews.

Binding date

After the survey, the day is fixed – you can coordinate the key handover, the Bürgeramt and the arrival of your helpers around it.

No-parking zone

On request, we apply for the parking restriction in good time; in Berlin, processing takes around four weeks, so enquire early.

Assembly service

Dismantling in the morning, assembly in the afternoon: that way you can spend your first night in the new room in your own bed.

Packing service

If the date is just before the start of the semester, we help with packing the day before on request – that leaves you time for enrolment and the flat handover.

THE CALENDAR

Six rules for the right moving day

The best moving day is where tenancy agreement, semester and official deadlines fit together. These six rules help with planning.

Know the semester start

University: 1 October and 1 April; university of applied sciences usually a month earlier. Lectures often only start a few weeks after the start of the semester.

Avoid the end of the month

The last and first days of a month are in the greatest demand. A few days' overlap between your tenancy agreements gives you a free choice.

During the week

Saturdays are booked up quickly. A Tuesday or Wednesday is easier to get – and the Bürgeramt is open then too.

Four weeks' lead time

That is how long approval of a parking restriction takes in Berlin; the signs must be in place at least three full days beforehand.

Buffer before lectures

Allow at least a week between the move and your first lecture – for boxes, the internet connection and your registration appointment.

Take exams into account

If the move falls during the exam period, schedule it for the day after your last exam – not in between.

IF YOU ARE FLEXIBLE

Part load for flexible dates

A few days' leeway saves money

If you are a few days flexible on the date, a part load can be cheaper: your belongings travel along with other jobs as soon as a tour is heading in your direction. That makes sense above all for a little furniture over a long distance – and if the new room is already free a few days beforehand.

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OVERVIEW

When
a student move fits best

Semester, month, day of the week

This part is about just one question: when is the best time to move? The answer depends on your university's semester calendar, the end of your old tenancy agreement and the deadlines for parking restrictions and registration. Whether a weekend really is better than a working day, you can read in the article Moving at the weekend: pros and cons.

Work backwards

Working back from the start of the semester to moving day, parking restriction and notice – that keeps your student move, private move or small-load transport on schedule.

Planning the day itself

With a packing service, furniture assembly and a fixed date for the furniture transport, the move is done in one day – even shortly before lectures start.

Be flexible

If you have a few days' leeway, a part load, long-distance move or furniture taxi can be fitted more cheaply into an existing tour.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the right moving date

Answers on costs, booking lead time, part loads, registration, long-distance moves, liability and documents.

That depends on volume, distance and floor rather than on the date. The table above lists the starting prices by number of rooms; a single room in a shared flat is usually at the lower end. We give you the binding fixed price after the survey.

The ideal time for your student move

Many students move shortly before the start of the semester – at universities, before 1 October or 1 April, and at universities of applied sciences usually a month earlier. On top of that comes the end of the month, when most tenancy agreements end. If you fix your date four to six weeks in advance, you have more choice.

The day of the week also plays a role: Saturdays are booked up quickly, there are more free dates during the week, and the citizens' office and property management can be reached. If your old and new tenancy agreements overlap by a few days, you can choose the day freely and do not have to get everything done on one date.

Checklist for the week before the move

Before the big day comes, you should draw up a clear list of tasks: getting boxes, dismantling furniture, booking an appointment at the Bürgeramt and cancelling or adjusting contracts. Reserving a parking space outside your new accommodation early also makes moving day considerably easier.

Also think about important documents such as your student ID, tenancy agreement and ID card, which you should transport separately and where you can see them. That way you will not lose any important papers during your student move and will always keep track.

These starting prices apply

Type of move	From
1-room flat	€354
2-room flat	€609
3-room flat	€905
4-room flat	€1,269
House/villa	individual quote
Long-distance move	€4.10/km

For an accurate cost estimate, we recommend a free survey.

Five factors in the moving price

Volume
Distance (from €4.10/km)
Floor
Lift available or not
Parking restriction zone needed or not

Additional services: furniture assembly, part load.

Our offer for your date

Our offer at a glance

Here you can see how versatile our service is.

Furniture transport: Furniture transport – for single pieces of furniture.
House clearance: House clearance – we dispose of items properly.
Part load: Part load – the clever way to save.
Private move: Private move – your move in good hands.
Move with assembly: Move with assembly – complete service included.
Office relocation: Office relocation – for a smooth process.

From Berlin – including to the semester start in another city

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle moves within Berlin and to other university cities. You can find destinations with their own page in the locations overview, and long distances under long-distance moves.

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