Moving is easy with DIRECTV

Cross-country or across town, we’ll make your move simple and stress-free.
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Call
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Move
Pack your equipment—TVs, receivers, devices—and take it to your new place.
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Watch
Start streaming right away with the DIRECTV app.*
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Satellite TV customers
No need to take your dish with you—we’ll install a new one at your new address.
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Streaming TV customers
After moving, connect your compatible streaming devices to your new home’s Wi-Fi.
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The DIRECTV moving guide has everything you need to know about moving your service to your new home.

Frequently asked questions


DIRECTV customers who connect to TV via satellite will need to call 888.388.6683. to transfer their TV service.

If you are a customer connected with satellite you will need to provide to the installer a completed Landlord Approval Form before we can proceed with the installation and activation of your TV service. 

 Customers connecting to TV with internet would need to verify that the new location has an available internet speed of at least 8Mbps for optimal viewing. 


DIRECTV customers that are moving and that are in a contract can call 888.987.4489 to discuss their options.

You will take all your equipment, TV boxes, power cords and remote controls with you to your new address. If you currently connect to TV via satellite, leave your DIRECTV dish installed at your old address. When the technician arrives to set up your service at your new address, they will take and return any equipment you no longer need. For more detailed moving information go to DIRECTV Insider.


DIRECTV customers connected via internet will have access to all their recorded content at their new address and customers who connect with satellite will keep their recordings when they move with the same equipment.

Need help? We’ve got your back.

Visit our support page or call 888.388.6683 and we'll be happy to assist.
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