โMoving Checklist for Your First Relocation to Indonesia ๐
Here's some information on moving supplies to help you settle in when relocating overseas to Indonesia.
From basic daily necessities to items that are hard to find locally, use this list to prepare thoroughly! ๐ฆ๐
- Moving Preparation Checklist
Category | Item | Notes |
Food/Seasonings | Coin-shaped stock, curry, jjajang, spaghetti sauce, various sauces | Available locally too, but they taste different due to being halal or are expensive. |
Canned goods such as Spam, red pepper powder, perilla powder, tuna, sea snails, saury, etc. |
Store-bought soy sauce, cooking oil, corn syrup, seasonings |
Dried vegetables, plum extract, allulose, freeze-dried cheongyang chili peppers |
Various pastes (gochujang, doenjang, soy sauce, etc.) |
Ramyeon, seaweed, seaweed flakes, cup ramyeon, dosirak seaweed, Spam, tuna, meal kits, etc. |
Basic groceries (sauces, cereal, rice, multigrain, etc.) |
Household Goods | Cosmetics, cleaning supplies, detergent, dish soap, bathroom cleaner, tissues, kitchen plastic wrap, trash can liners, wet wipes | Basic cleaning/household goods |
Kids' Items | Kids' shampoo, body wash, lotion, mosquito products, stationery | Sold locally, but if you want the ones you're used to.. Kids' items are hard to purchase |
Books, learning materials, etc. suited to your child's level | Prepare plenty in advance according to your child's level |
Appliances | Air purifier, shower head filter, various water purifier filters | Essential item |
Other | Golf supplies, golf bag, golf clubs | Items for those who love golf |
Clothing | Summer clothes, golf clothes, swimsuits, water play items (tubes, flippers, beach towels, etc.) | Water play items are essential! Bring pretty ones with you |
Thin long-sleeved clothes, cardigans | Useful when there's a temperature difference |
Medicine/Hygiene | First-aid medicine, masks, cold medicine, digestive medicine, painkillers, prescription medicines kids often take, etc. |
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Organizing Supplies | Shoe rack, Daiso organizing supplies | Organizing supplies hard to find locallyโprepare in advance at Daiso! |
Mosquito Prevention Items | Mosquito coils, mosquito repellent devices, mosquito nets, etc. | In Indonesia, preventing mosquito-related diseases is essential! |
- Handy Moving Tips ๐
(You can find these locally too, but since they're halal food, they often taste different or are expensive. Use the tips below to prepare wisely!)
1๏ธโฃ The Importance of Early Preparation
Moving day comes faster than expected, so start preparing your items early.
Especially Korean-style groceries, which are hard to find or expensive locally, so it's best to make them a priority!
2๏ธโฃ Preparing Organizing Supplies
There's a lot to organize right after moving to Indonesia, but organizing supplies aren't easy to find locally, and it's hectic since it's your first time.
Prepare basic organizing supplies like shoe racks, storage boxes, and hangers in advance at Daiso.
3๏ธโฃ Mosquito Prevention Is Essential
Indonesia has lots of mosquitoes, so insect repellent supplies are an essential item!
Be sure to bring mosquito coils, mosquito repellent devices, mosquito nets, and more.
For kids or those with sensitive skin, it's also good to prepare mosquito repellent that can be applied to the skin.
4๏ธโฃ Kids' Items and Learning Materials
Kids' items and learning materials are often hard to find locally, so prepare plenty.
Books, school supplies, toys, and learning materials suited to your child's level are a must to bring.
In particular, we recommend buying pretty, good-quality designed clothes in ample amounts in advance in Korea.
๐ Tips for Preparing Items
- Use Empty Space
Make the most of empty containers or gaps in your moving boxes to pack items efficiently. Especially for bulky products, using compression packing can save space. - Check Expiration Dates
The expiration dates of some foods (e.g., ramyeon) may be shorter than expected, so be sure to check before packing. - Food Preservation Tips
Store food safely using vacuum packing or preservatives.
Take a trip to Daiso, Costco, and Traders to prepare wisely~
You may be worried since it's your first time relocating to Indonesia, but if you prepare one step at a time, your initial adjustment will be much smoother.
Referring to the preparation checklist, we cheer you on for a comfortable relocation!
Nongkrong cheers on your new beginning together. ๐โจ
