Moving to Luxembourg? Here are the 5 essential steps you shouldn't overlook

Essential steps to plan for your move to Luxembourg

Every year, nearly 25,000 people move to Luxembourg to start a new job, begin their studies or simply embrace a new chapter in life. Between finding a home, packing boxes and organizing the move, administrative tasks often end up being left until the last minute.

Yet these small logistical details are often what make the first few weeks in your new home more stressful than expected. Whether you're relocating from abroad or simply moving to a different part of Luxembourg, here are five key steps to help you settle in with peace of mind.

1. Register your new address as soon as possible

Registering with your new local municipality (commune) should be your first administrative priority.

• Already living in Luxembourg? In most cases, you can declare your change of address online via MyGuichet.lu.
• Moving to Luxembourg from abroad? You will generally need to visit your local municipality in person to register your arrival, usually within eight days of moving into your new home.

This is an essential step, as it gives you access to many important services, including social security registration, your children's school enrolment and updates to your official records.

Tip: Before moving, check your future municipality's website to find out exactly which documents you'll need.

2. Opening a local bank account: a practical choice

Thanks to European regulations, you can usually continue receiving your salary into a bank account held in another country within the European Economic Area (EEA).

That said, opening a Luxembourg bank account can make everyday life much easier. It simplifies setting up direct debits for your rent, utilities and subscriptions, while also making certain local administrative procedures—such as applying for a loan or accessing domestic payment services—more straightforward.

Although it's not always mandatory, many newcomers find it a practical time-saver.

3. Plan ahead if you have children

Daycare, Maison Relais after-school care, schools and extracurricular activities often require much earlier planning than families expect. Depending on the municipality, available places may be limited.

As soon as you have identified the area where you'll be living, it's worth starting the registration process—even if your lease has not yet been officially signed. A few weeks' head start can make a significant difference before the new school year begins.

4. Prepare your essential household contracts before moving day

Moving house isn't just about transporting furniture. Several contracts should be arranged before you move, including:

• Home insurance
• Electricity and gas
• Mail forwarding
• Updating your address with your bank and insurance providers
• Internet, mobile phone and television services

Preparing a simple checklist a few weeks in advance will help you avoid last-minute surprises and make settling into your new home much smoother.

5. Don't leave your internet connection until the last minute

Working from home, online administrative procedures, streaming your favourite series or video calls with family and friends—all of these require a reliable internet connection from day one.

However, many households only contact their internet provider after moving in. As a result, waiting for a technician's appointment can sometimes leave you without a fixed internet connection for several days.

The best approach is to order your broadband subscription before moving so that installation can be scheduled as early as possible.

Some providers also offer temporary solutions while your fibre connection is being installed. Tango, for example, automatically provides a mobile data allowance as soon as you subscribe to a GO)) Fibre plan. This means you can stay connected from your very first day in your new home while waiting for your fibre line to be activated. Installation is free, and your fibre connection can be up and running within one week, allowing you to enjoy your permanent internet connection from the very beginning.

Moving is also the perfect opportunity to reassess your household's connectivity needs. Whether you work from home, stream in ultra-high definition, enjoy online gaming or simply have several family members connected at the same time, internet usage varies from one household to another.

Tango's GO)) Fibre range is designed to meet these different needs with several speed options, including multi-gigabit fibre, allowing every household to choose the connection that best fits its lifestyle. Selected packages also combine high-speed internet and TV entertainment in a single offer, making it easier to get everything set up from day one.

When should you start preparing your move to Luxembourg?

4 to 8 weeks before moving

• Start looking for your new home.
• Choose your internet provider and schedule your fibre installation.
• Research school enrolment or childcare options if you have children.

2 to 3 weeks before moving

• Take out home insurance.
• Arrange the transfer or setup of your utility contracts (electricity, gas, internet, etc.).
• Set up mail forwarding.

On moving day

• Take meter readings.
• Check that essential utilities and equipment are working properly.
• Set up your internet router or use your mobile connection while waiting for your fibre service to be activated.

Within 8 days of moving in

• Register your arrival with your local municipality (if you're moving from abroad).
• Update your address with your bank, insurance provider and other relevant organisations.

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Moving Checklist Luxembourg

Moving house always comes with its share of unexpected issues. But with a bit of planning ahead, the first few weeks in your new home can be much smoother. To help you avoid forgetting anything important, here is a checklist to keep with you throughout your moving process.

☐  Declare my change of address or my arrival with the local municipality

☐  Check whether a Luxembourg bank account is useful in my situation

☐  Enroll my children in school or daycare

☐  Take out home insurance

☐  Arrange contracts for electricity, gas, and internet

☐  Set up mail forwarding

☐  Order my fiber internet connection before moving in

☐  Check the fiber coverage available at my property