Moving overseas is a life changing experience, filled with a combination of excitement, nerves, hope and stress. Getting a move overseas right is important so you aren’t left wishing you could do it all again and instead feel settled and satisfied.
As international removalists, Overseas Packers & Shippers are Australian overseas shipping experts with the know-how to get your move overseas done right. This way, we can get you settled into your new lifestyle quickly and as easily as possible. We have gathered some of the top lessons from expats, including the advice they wished they knew before moving overseas so you can learn from their experience.
Forgetting Little Things Adds Up
When moving overseas, it’s all too easy to forget the little things. This includes documentation such as a university degree or medical records. Items like these which would otherwise sit untouched at home collecting dust, can quickly become important depending on the country you’re moving to.
Even something as simple as forgetting to notify the Australian Electoral Commission you’re out of the country and unable to vote can also cause headaches down the line. In the case of this Reddit user, they were fined $50 dollars for failing to vote which is a lot of money for something so easily avoided. It always pays to double check those little, forgettable things to make your overseas transition all the more stress free.
Take a Slice of Home
It’s only natural to miss home at times when moving overseas. It is worthwhile taking those special mementos and keepsakes with you overseas as a reminder of times gone by. Whether it be photo albums, clothing or family heirlooms, taking items like these can help to make your new home more familiar and comfortable.
This Reddit user went a step further in bringing a slice of home with them, flying in their mother a few years after settling in Australia. It doesn’t just have to be a parent either, as many international moving companies offer pet moving services, allowing you to bring your furry friends with you overseas. This helps save some of those tough goodbyes with those much loved items and companions from home.
Regret Not Moving Sooner
Many people who have moved overseas rank moving abroad as one of the best decisions of their lives, with some even regretting they didn’t move sooner. In the case of this Reddit user, it ranks second only to marrying his wife.
The range of new culture, lifestyle, friendships, adventure and opportunities offered by moving overseas are truly life changing. If you’re weighing up taking the opportunity to move overseas, it is worthwhile exploring your options for a new start in life. You too could end up joining the ever growing number of happy and satisfied expats in other countries.
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Relocating overseas can be a major hassle and is far greater than a one person job. Fortunately, international moving companies are a great way to simplify and take the stress out of each stage of your move.
International removalists are able to take care of both packing up and unpacking your items from door to door. This is all the while keeping you in the loop at every step of your item’s journey, including through customs checkpoints.
How Overseas Packers & Shippers Can Help
Inspired to make your move overseas? Overseas Packers & Shippers are expert overseas removalists with the knowledge and experience to make your move overseas a success story. Contact us to get the ball rolling for your move overseas today.
