Movers and Packers in International City
International City is a Nakheel development of more than 22,000 homes, mainly studios and 1-bedroom flats in low-rise, country-themed clusters. Nakheel takes move-in and move-out permit requests online, and your building's owner or management may add its own rules. Expect AED 800–1,200 for a studio move and AED 1,200–1,800 for a 1-bedroom at Dubai market rates.
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At a glance
- Area type
- Apartment and mixed communities
- Move permit from
- Nakheel and your building owner · Nakheel move permit guide · building management approval guide
- Typical range
- Studio apartment: AED 800–1,200
- Last checked
- October 2026
Country clusters and where the truck stops
The clusters are named after countries, among them China, England, France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Persia, Morocco and Russia, with Dragon Mart on the edge. Buildings carry cluster codes, so send the mover the cluster, building code and a map pin. Parking is on the street around each block; ask where a truck can stand while it loads.
Many buildings are owned by private investors with their own managers. Ask yours whether it needs notice of the move on top of the Nakheel permit; the Nakheel permit guide and the building approval guide cover both.
Small moves, vans and full service
With so many studios, a lot of International City moves are a few boxes, a bed and a fridge. A smaller van with two people can be enough; man with van versus full service explains what you give up. For a 1-bedroom with packing, a small-move quote is the better comparison.
Emirates Road, which the RTA exempts from its truck restrictions, passes close by, which helps for moves toward Sharjah, Silicon Oasis or Mirdif.
Typical International City moving costs
Dubai ranges for the small homes that make up most of International City. Packing is listed separately because many studio moves skip it.
| Home or job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | AED 800–1,200 per move |
| 1-bedroom apartment | AED 1,200–1,800 per move |
| 2-bedroom apartment | AED 1,800–3,000 per move |
| Packing, studio | AED 300–500 one-off |
| Packing, 1-bedroom apartment | AED 500–800 one-off |
| Medium box | AED 6–8 per box |
International City moving questions
Do I need a Nakheel permit to move in International City?
Nakheel takes move-in and move-out permit requests online through its website or app. Your building's owner or manager may also want notice, so ask both.
Can I use a small van instead of a full moving crew?
For a studio with little furniture, often yes. You do the packing and the van crew loads and drives. For a 1-bedroom with large furniture, compare it with a full-service quote.
What does a studio move in International City cost?
A studio typically costs AED 800–1,200 to move and AED 300–500 to pack.
Official pages checked (October 2026)
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