Relocation, especially to an overseas destination can be a herculean task as you are expected to plan all aspects of your move perfectly as there is little margin for error. There are several issues to address, documentations to be carried out and many options to consider as you decide to move abroad. The countdown to the big day can be nerve-wrecking and hectic to say the least. We here attempt to share some tips as you approach the D-day.
Tips for your Overseas Move
1. Ensure your passports & driver licenses are valid
2. Take some additional photographs for immigration paperwork
3. Make sure you receive any vaccinations needed for your destination country
4. Take copies of family medical/dental records
5. Electrical appliances - will you be able to use these? If not, don’t take them
6. Decide what to do with your car. If you are selling, do this early to avoid a fire sale. Alternatively, your mover could either store or ship this for you
7. If moving with kids, research daycares/schools for your new location
8. If you have pets, are they going with you? Your mover can arrange the transportation, boarding costs & quarantine of your pets
9. Finances - investigate & choose your new bank before departure
10. Don’t forget to arrange your foreign exchange
11. Double check that your travel bookings & hotel reservations are confirmed
12. Is it a requirement for you to have a basic physical examination by your general physician?
2. Take some additional photographs for immigration paperwork
3. Make sure you receive any vaccinations needed for your destination country
4. Take copies of family medical/dental records
5. Electrical appliances - will you be able to use these? If not, don’t take them
6. Decide what to do with your car. If you are selling, do this early to avoid a fire sale. Alternatively, your mover could either store or ship this for you
7. If moving with kids, research daycares/schools for your new location
8. If you have pets, are they going with you? Your mover can arrange the transportation, boarding costs & quarantine of your pets
9. Finances - investigate & choose your new bank before departure
10. Don’t forget to arrange your foreign exchange
11. Double check that your travel bookings & hotel reservations are confirmed
12. Is it a requirement for you to have a basic physical examination by your general physician?
Prepare early, prepare well
At the time of packing put important items such as passports and tickets in your personal luggage so they are not accidentally packed. A week wise plan or schedule can alleviate a lot of last minute stress as the things to be completed before your move can be prioritized based not only on its significance but also on how long it takes for the service providers to discontinue your utilities.
In the second part of this article, we will help you with a to-do list on a week by week basis. Though your decision to relocate might be made earlier, a period of about 4 weeks before the moving day is when you should start preparing in earnest for your move.
With a weekly moving checklist in place, you can ensure that you don’t miss out on anything important in the rush of the moving day. If you are relocating and considering using a professional relocations service click here for a free moving quote and further information on how we can help make your relocation a success. Alternatively, you can call us at +91 8080 322 322 to speak to our consultants.