Relocating for love

If one of you is relocating abroad for  a new job opportunity, or you’ve both just decided to try living in a new place, couples without children usually have a great deal of flexibility about their choices.

If your partner’s new job commands where you will live, together you can take a look to neighbourhoods and accommodation options that suit your lifestyle, including social life, shopping, entertainment and cultural options.

It is important during the first few months, especially when one is working and the other is not, to support each other and act as a team. It’s not unusual for one partner to get caught up in the demands and relationships of a new job, while the other has a less structured life and might find it more challenging to meet new people and adapt to life in a new destination. With any big relocation, couples must be ready to face a mix of emotions.

If one or both of you will be seeking for a job, start by searching where the job opportunities seem most promising in your desired area. The Internet offers plenty of information about finding jobs in new cities; many sites also list international job opportunities. If you’re moving internationally, consider also that your capability to find employment in another country may be dependent on your visa status, so make sure you’re aware of your options.

And if you are planning to start a family within the next future. You should also consider child care, medical care and possibly even kindergarten and schools for your future children in your new location.

If you’re planning to relocate, don’t hesitate to contact our local experts.