While any move brings on feelings of worry and stress, those concerns are magnified when it’s an international move.
The reasons behind the relocation can be the best kind: a new job, a marriage, the urge to set off on new adventures. In short, the motivations can vary widely, but the anxieties show up all the same.
One of the crucial decisions in this case is whether to take all your furniture or sell it and buy new pieces once you reach your destination, based on the size and style of your new home.
If you go this route, you cut down on costs and paperwork, and you get a genuine chance to start fresh.
4 secrets to help with your international move
Hire a specialist company
It’s a fairly expensive service. Even so, weigh your options carefully before deciding, because prices vary considerably depending on the type of transport you hire, whether it’s a sea, air or land move.
Budget
The size of your budget, the volume of the move and the destination country are all decisive factors. In any case, you need to know in advance how much you can set aside for the relocation.
You can request several quotes online and compare the different terms and costs. It’s an excellent option.
Among the terms, it’s essential to confirm in advance that the company can guarantee dismantling and reassembly at the destination.
On top of that, always insist they include all insurance, including cover for transporting delicate items such as dishware and paintings.
Check the rules of your destination country
Most countries follow very similar rules, but the smart move is to learn the regulations on international moves set by each country in as much detail as possible.
Above all, it’s essential to know the restrictions on what you can bring into the new country. This includes food, medicines and pets, if you plan to take them on the journey.
Your best bet is to contact the embassy or consulate of your destination country and ask for the information you need. It’s also a good idea to register so they have your contact details.
Besides the requirements set by the new country, it’s wise to find out which documents you’ll be asked for on entry.
Here, a passport, consular deregistration or a letter from the town hall, and a clearance authorisation are the most common documents.
Inventory
Countries often require a detailed list of all the goods and items coming in, both those you carry at the time of travel and those you expect to receive through the transport hired for the move.
In short, you’ll see these are very simple tips to follow.
Still, following them in an organised way will speed up the whole process. With this planning in place, all that’s left is to arrive at your new home and enjoy the change of scenery.
