{"id":173543,"date":"2023-07-20T10:58:52","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T08:58:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travel-advisor.eu\/?p=173543"},"modified":"2023-07-23T18:51:11","modified_gmt":"2023-07-23T16:51:11","slug":"what-do-you-need-to-do-before-moving-to-a-new-country","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travel-advisor.eu\/en\/what-do-you-need-to-do-before-moving-to-a-new-country\/","title":{"rendered":"What do you need to do before moving to a new country?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Text author: Sam<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
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Are you planning on moving abroad permanently? Maybe you\u2019ve dreamt of an international move for years. <\/span>Or did the pandemic change things and cause you<\/span><\/a> to rethink your life goals?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whatever the reason for your big move, you\u2019ll have a few things to tick off the to-do list before you can set up home in your new country of residence. To help you focus your efforts, here\u2019s a rundown of the key pieces of admin to clear ahead of your big move.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Where to start<\/b><\/h3>\n

At this point, it\u2019s likely that you have your heart set on a particular country. Whether you have family over there already and you\u2019ve visited regularly or you\u2019ve holidayed there and have always imagined moving there for good, living somewhere is very different to spending a few days or weeks there.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before you look at the admin side of things, it\u2019s essential that you do some research into everyday life there. Join forums for ex-pats who\u2019ve already made the move and read the local news so that you know what\u2019s happening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If it\u2019s possible, try to book out some time to rent an apartment and spend a month or two getting a feel for what it\u2019s like in your target country day to day. If that\u2019s too big a leap right now, see if you can spend a couple of weeks over there and try immersing yourself as much as you can in the culture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Your big move checklist<\/b><\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019re sure you want to make the move, you can focus on the admin.<\/span><\/p>\n

Visas and passport<\/h3>\n

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Begin by making sure your passport is in date and ensuring your visa is in order. The visa you need will usually depend on the country you\u2019re moving to. Check the guidance and ensure you\u2019ve applied for the relevant visa ahead of your move so that you\u2019re not worrying about it once you\u2019re in your new country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to note that visas and other <\/span>details vary depending on the country you move to,<\/span><\/a> so read up and make sure you know what steps you need to take.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gather your documents\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As well as ensuring our passport is in date, it\u2019s worth getting a copy of this made in case you lose it. Also make copies of your license, birth certificate and other information that might be relevant like marriage certificates and medical records. You might also need to show proof of your health insurance \u2013 even if you\u2019re going to a country that doesn\u2019t use medical insurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Find a home for your belongings<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Arrange what\u2019s going in storage and what\u2019s going with you. Look into shipping companies to see how the process works and set aside some of your budget to cover this.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Banking<\/h3>\n

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Setting up a bank account is another important step. Look at the different banking options available to you and <\/span>it\u2019s helpful to understand how your credit score works too<\/span><\/a>. This is because your score could be reset to zero when you make the move, meaning that you have to start over.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It could be a good thing as you have a blank slate. But on the other hand, it might mean that you need to quickly build up your credit history so that you\u2019re in a good place to buy property or take out finance on a car, for example.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Think about where you\u2019ll live<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Arrange rental property to stay in or book the spare bed in your friend\u2019s apartment before you board the plane. Having a base ready to go before you set off is essential.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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