Paperwork Needed for Moving to Another Country
In order to successfully move to another country, you’ll need to make sure that you have the proper paperwork prepared. At the very least, you’ll need a passport and most likely a visa to enter and live in the other country. A work permit may also be needed if you wish to work in your new home country. Contacting the country’s consulate or embassy in the United States is the best way to learn about which legal documents you’ll need to legally reside in your new home country.
These aren’t the only three legal documents you’ll want to have on hand, however. Other documents that you’ll want to bring with you include:
- Birth certificates
- Medical records
- Dentals records
- Immunization certificates
- Medical insurance documents
- Veterinary International Health certificates if you have any pets
- Marriage certificate if applicable
- Driver’s licenses
- Social security cards
- Tax records
- Wills
- Power of attorney
While some of these may not be required to enter the country, they will make settling into your new city or town much easier. It’s also recommended that you begin preparing all your legal documents as early as possible as it can take weeks and even months to get all of the paperwork in order. Getting a passport can take six weeks, for example. Having everything in order well ahead of time will prevent any issues or delays when you enter your new home country.
For help with all other aspects of your move from Tampa, contact the moving professionals at Atlantic Relocation Systems. Not only do we have movers who specialize in international relocations, but we can also help prepare your items so that they easily pass through customs. Contact us today for a free, in-home consultation and a guaranteed price quote.
