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The Ultimate Bucket List For Moving Abroad

The Ultimate Bucket List For Moving Abroad

Making the decision to up and move your life to another part of the world can be the most terrifying and also the most amazing feeling in the world. Starting a new chapter of life is always exciting and it can be really scary too, but it can be a great decision for you and it can be a way to enrich your life and give it more meaning. If you are wondering whether to make a new start in life, here is what you need to do.

 

  1. Have a clear out

 

It is important that you take the time to declutter your life before you think about moving it across the world. If you are serious about moving away you will want to make sure that you clear out old things you don’t need or want and this will leave only the things you are willing to take with you when you move. The less clutter you have the lighter the container will be and therefore the less you need to pay.

 

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  1. Decide where you want to live

 

Where do you want to live? It is all well and good to think of moving across the world because you want a fresh start, but you need to have a real solid plan and a destination in mind. Take some time to research the possible places and list their merits so you can compare between which is the best place for you. Remember to also consider the job market during your research and the living costs.

 

  1. Take a vacation

 

Before you fully decide to up and move your life to the other side of the world, take some time out and have a break. Even if you think you want a fresh start it could be your stress talking and it might not be the right decision for you to make. Take a holiday away somewhere and take time out to relax and recover. If you still want to move when you come home; it is the right decision coming from the right place.

 

  1. Talk to your family

 

A family is always going to be the biggest hurdle in your idea to move away and they will be the reason why you doubt yourself and your decision. There will first of all be the family who you want to take with you. Your children can be difficult with having to leave their friends and they might take a little bit of persuading so make sure to show them all of the good things they could expect from a new life. Your family who will stay at home like your parents and grandparents might not be happy you are leaving and it is crucial that you are sure you want to go before you speak to them.

 

  1. Make plans for packing

 

Packing up your stuff to move across the world is always going to be a massive task and it will take a lot of planning to make sure that your stuff arrives safely and that you are there ready to receive it. Timing the packing and transport alongside your flight can be complex so make sure to get quoted for shipments and ask them the approximate times the container will arrive.

 

  1. Find your dream home

 

If you plan to move across the world and start a whole new chapter in your life you need to make sure you have the best house you can possibly have. Take a trip abroad to your destination and look at a few houses to get an idea what you want and what you can afford. Whether you buy a Toa Payoh HDB or a townhouse in England it will be a big decision to make and it might take you some time to find your ideal place.

 

  1. Make sure you can afford it

 

Money is what makes the world go round and it is essential if you want to move across the world to start a new life. It is important to remember different currency and exchange rates and that things which cost $1 here might be $5 elsewhere. Make sure you can afford the bills, groceries and day to day living costs in your chosen destination because if you don’t do this you could be in for a nasty surprise.

 

  1. Find a job

 

When you are abroad you will need to make sure that you find a good job which pays you well and can support your family. Don’t worry if you can’t find the exact same job role over there though, you can always think about finding something similar which is in the same industry or you can even use your skills to do something totally new and have an even fresher start to life. Have fun looking at jobs and make sure you secure one before you go.

 

  1. Get a visa

 

If you are going to be living abroad for the foreseeable future you need to make sure that you are able to live and work here legally. Make sure to look at different Visa types and if you are unsure which one is the right one for you, talk to an expert who will be able to guide you and tell you which one is the right one. This is one of the most crucial decisions that you can make for your business and personal life so it is always worth double checking and making sure that you have got the correct one.

 

  1. Book your flights

 

When it comes to finally booking your flights to leave for greener pastures this can be one of the most exciting parts of your journey and it marks the start of your new chapter in life. Make sure that you book your flights well in advance and book the passage of your car and other belongings with an international moving company and make sure that you are able to time everything right and start your new life in a stress-free way.

 

  1. Moving day

 

When it comes to moving in on the day this will likely be the most stressful day you have in the whole process, however, it will also be the best day and it will be one which you will remember for a long time afterward. Think about planning the day out to make things easier for everyone and make sure you have food and drinks on hand when you are unpacking boxes because you will need to stay hydrated! Be sure you know how to check the meters and how to sort out your energy provider and try to get someone in to install your cooker on the first day to get it out of the way.

 

  1. Settle in

 

Settling into your new style of life will be a huge change and it will be something which you really enjoy throughout the first few months. Adjusting to a new way of life can be amazing and it will be the ideal way to start a fresh chapter with the people you love and enjoy a life you enjoy every second of. Make sure you settle the kids into school, make friends out of your neighborhood and take lots of time at the weekends to explore your new surroundings and find some of your new favorite places. You’ll be able to make the best memories here and it will be the best start to your new life.

 

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