Moving your entire family and life to a new country can be an exhilarating, if not nerve-wracking concept. If you’re worried about the process of moving abroad but are sure that it’s the next step that you want to take. Hobbs Removals and Storage are happy to provide a few tips that should help to prepare for your move, and settle better once you arrive at your new home.

  1. Visit the Location in Advance


If possible, it’s always best to visit the destination you’re planning on moving to in advance. This will give you a better idea of the local people, the area you have to explore, and even the kind of schools and healthcare facilities available.

  1. Inform the Right Government Bodies


Remember that you’ll need to inform the appropriate government offices. The ones dealing with your benefits, tax, and pensions. This is so you can learn more about how you retire when the time comes, and what help you’ll be eligible for.

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  1. Hobbs Removals and Storage Don’t Like to State the Obvious but…  Sort Out your Visa!


Visas are essential for any kind of move across seas and can take a long time to complete. Make sure yours is dealt with well in advance of your moving date.

  1. Educate yourself


If possible, before the move, start reading as many blogs and articles as you can find about your chosen destination. This will help to give you some more customised advice for making your move a little more straight-forward.

  1. Use a Removals Company Affiliated with FIDI


Ensuring your removals company is affiliated with the Federation Internationale des Demenageurs Internationaux (FIDI). They  will ensure that you receive the same high standards met by UK shipping and removal companies when you arrive at your destination.

  1. Get Separate Shipping or Transport Insurance


Hobbs Removals Milton Keynes will provide you with a “limited liability” insurance. However, we can also help you with taking out your own form of protection will ensure that your items remain covered for their declared value.

  1. Prepare for a Culture Shock


Keep in mind that everything in your new location is likely to be different to what you’re used to – from the food to the people, to even the side of the road that you drive on in some cases. Be prepared to feel like a fish out of the water – at least for a little while.

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  1. Check up on Local Rules and Laws


The laws and rules in your current city aren’t necessarily the same as the regulations where you’re moving. Be sure to update yourself on the laws of your chosen destination, and follow them stringently.

  1. Start Learning the Language


If the language is different in your chosen location, start brushing up on some essential words and phrases. Do this long before you start your move, this will make it easier to interact with the locals when you arrive.

  1. Get Involved with the Community


Finally, get involved with the community wherever you can.  Join expat groups on Facebook and Twitter to find people who will help you feel at home.