What to Do When Moving Abroad
It’s understandable if you’re having doubts about your upcoming international relocation. Moving to a new place – in particular, moving abroad – is one of the most stressful times in people’s lives. But with careful research and step-by-step planning, you can make the process much smoother from beginning to end.
According to many relocation experts, saving your money is one of the most important things you can do to prepare. It’s best to have at least six months’ worth of savings on hand to cover all necessary expenses, which include plane tickets, visa or passport applications, and moving services, as well as any unexpected costs or emergencies. You should also:
Organize Your Travel Documents
Renew or apply for your passport as soon as possible to avoid any delays. Also, find out what kind of visa you need and apply for it. The sooner you have all your necessary documents squared away, the more you can focus on the logistics of the journey ahead.
Research Your Destination Country
If you can’t visit the place, the next best thing is to learn all you can about it. Fortunately, there are plenty of online resources available that can provide you with valuable information about your new country’s culture, people, and language.
Register with STEP
The U.S. Embassy’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) will keep you updated about safety conditions in your new country and notify you in cases of emergency.
Research International Moving Companies
When it comes to international travel, costs for products and services can differ dramatically from one country to the next. That’s why knowing the costs and logistics of moving your belongings will spare you any rude surprises.
As with everything else in life in which experience counts, so, too, with hiring an international carrier. Since our founding in 1966, Atlantic Relocation Systems has completed countless successful international relocations. We have moving and storage systems worldwide and will assign you an expert international moving coordinator to serve as your single point of contact and ensure that your move is as trouble-free as possible.
For more information about how we can make moving abroad easier than you probably imagined, contact Atlantic Relocation Systems today.
