Find registered moving companies across Virginia: city directories, movers outside the major metro areas, and how moving companies are licensed in the state. Our directory lists 141 moving companies in Virginia registered with FMCSA to carry household goods.
Registered movers in Virginia by city
| City area | Registered movers | Interstate authority | In-state only | Median time registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 43 | 33 | 9 | 10 yrs |
| Richmond | 34 | 24 | 9 | 8 yrs |
Largest registered fleets in Virginia
| Company | Based in | Trucks | On register | Interstate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilldrup Moving & Storage | Stafford | 297 | 52 yrs | Yes |
| Stewart Moving And Storage | Midlothian | 95 | 22 yrs | Yes |
| Apple Moving | Chesapeake | 44 | 52 yrs | Yes |
| Hampton Roads Moving & Storage | Suffolk | 43 | 20 yrs | Yes |
| RCS Moving | Richmond | 31 | 27 yrs | Yes |
| D1 Moving | Richmond | 22 | 9 yrs | Yes |
| Apple Moving | Norfolk | 21 | 27 yrs | Yes |
| The Other Moving Company INC | Hayes | 21 | 26 yrs | Yes |
| Dunmar Moving System | Richmond | 20 | 36 yrs | Yes |
| Security Storage & Van Company Of Norfolk Va INC | Norfolk | 19 | 52 yrs | Yes |
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, data as of 2026-11-15. Fleet size is not a measure of quality. A listing is not an endorsement.
Moving regulations in Virginia
Rules for moves that stay within Virginia vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Virginia license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Virginia attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority. How to check a moving company.
Moving services
- Local Movers
- Long Distance Movers
- Interstate Movers
- Apartment Movers
- Office & Commercial Movers
- Packing Services
- Storage and Moving
- Last-Minute & Same-Day Movers
Frequently asked questions
Do movers in Virginia need a license?
Rules for moves that stay within Virginia vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Virginia license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Virginia attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
How much does it cost to move within Virginia?
Local moves are usually charged by the hour and long moves by weight and distance. See our moving cost guide for rough ranges.