April 15, 2025

Essential Long-Distance Moving Resources in Virginia

1. Virginia DMV – Change of Address

One of the first things you’ll need to handle is updating your address with the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. This ensures your driver's license, vehicle registration, and voting information stay current.

👉 Update your address with the Virginia DMV

Pro tip: The DMV recommends updating your address within 30 days of moving.

2. USPS Mail Forwarding

Don’t let your mail wander aimlessly across the country—forward it! The United States Postal Service makes it easy to redirect your mail to your new location.

👉 Set up USPS Mail Forwarding

Bonus: This also helps ensure you don’t miss important tax documents or pizza coupons. (Both are crucial.)

3. FMCSA Moving Tips & Resources

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the go-to for protecting yourself from shady movers and learning your rights during a long-distance move.

👉 Explore FMCSA Moving Resources

This site covers everything from spotting moving scams to understanding moving contracts.


Make the Move Easy with Moving Forward

While resources are great, nothing beats having expert movers on your side. At Moving Forward, we combine local know-how with national reach to make your long-distance move a breeze. We’ve helped countless Virginians relocate safely and smoothly—and we’re ready to help you next.

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