Moving from Singapore to Hong Kong can be a seamless and stress-free experience if you follow these five essential tips. By planning ahead and taking advantage of the resources available, you can ensure a smooth transition to your new home. Whether it's securing storage for your belongings, choosing the right neighborhood, mastering the local transport system, navigating the educational landscape, or selecting reliable movers, each step is crucial in making your relocation as painless as possible. With careful preparation and the right guidance, you can settle into Hong Kong with ease and confidence.
1. Secure Mini Storage Space at The Store House Hong Kong
With small apartment sizes the norm, putting your furniture temporarily into mini storage is smart. The Store House operates four CCTV-monitored facilities in Hong Kong—Western District, Aberdeen, Ap Lei Chau and Tuen Mun. Units range from compact lockers to 150 ft² spaces, available from one month onwards, with 24/7 secure access, free use of trolleys and ladders, and on-site parking. Their storage specialists, fluent in English,can guide you to the right unit. They also work with GoGoX for convenient delivery and transport of your belongings.
2. Choose Your Neighbourhood & Housing Wisely
Hong Kong rents are high, and flats are compact. Popular expat areas include Mid-Levels, Happy Valley, Kowloon Tong, Sai Wan Ho and Discovery Bay—each offering a different lifestyle and set of conveniences. Sai Wan Ho, for example, offers harbourfront living, MTR access, and proximity to international schools. Consider serviced apartments if you need flexibility, or standard flats if you're staying longer term.
3. Master the Transport System
Get an Octopus card to access Hong Kong’s world-class transport system, including MTR trains, trams, buses and ferries. If you live in Discovery Bay, frequent ferries connect you to Central in under 30 minutes—with free Wi-Fi onboard.
4. Navigate International Schools
Start applications early, as places fill quickly. Options include the Singapore International School (SISHK), English Schools Foundation campuses, and other IB or bilingual institutions. Areas like Sai Wan Ho and Mid-Levels offer convenient access to many of these schools.
5. Pack, Plan & Choose Your Movers Wisely
Declutter before you leave. For large items, engage movers with Singapore–Hong Kong experience like Asian Tigers Group or Crown Relocations. Use The Store House as a staging point—store, assess, or donate items that may not fit in your new home.
Bonus tip: Check out Honeycomber Hong Kong's relocation guide here!