Choosing to live abroad certainly represents an adventure that is both exciting and unpredictable. If you have an international move as a project, careful planning is necessary to anticipate sudden events. Moreover, planning everything in advance will allow you to settle in your destination country with complete peace of mind.
What to do with your old home?
When your move becomes certain and you are going to live abroad after a few months, it becomes necessary to put certain affairs in order, particularly the accommodation you currently occupy.
If you own a house or apartment, you have two choices: either you sell your property before you move or you rent it out. To be able to make decisions, you will need to study many factors. For example, if the market is favorable at the given time to make the sale, your future plans and others. If you decide to sell your property, also consider the time it will take to find a buyer and complete the paperwork.
If you are a tenant, it is absolutely necessary to respect the required notice period. The latter generally depends on different criteria, including whether it is a professional transfer and whether the accommodation is furnished or not. So don’t forget to inform the owner of your departure before two to three months.
Transporting your belongings
When it comes to a move, whether it is simply from one house to another or whether it is international, the volume, weight and choice of means of transport for your personal belongings are essential points to consider. Of course, the volume of items to take will depend on the geographical distance from your destination country, its climate and the anticipated length of stay.
Generally, it is preferable to use the services of specialized movers. They will know how to prepare your goods and pack them correctly to eliminate the risk of breakage and loss. In addition, these specialists know the customs rules that must be followed for each country, which allows them to help you with the taxes to pay and the procedures to follow. Before establishing the quote, the movers need to know your destination and visit your home in order to identify fragile objects that require specific packaging and to calculate the volume of furniture.
Concerning the transport solutions offered, it can be transport by truck, boat or plane. The time and cost of this procedure generally vary depending on the solution chosen.
What belongings and furniture to take?
The choice of furniture that you will take with you during this project is a very important factor. Moreover, it is essential to sort through your belongings in order to put the necessary things in order.
If you are moving by yourself, remember to only take the bare minimum with you, especially small items, do not hesitate to sell your clothes excess. Your old furniture can be left in your current accommodation if you decide to to rent out, sold or kept in storage.
If you decide to use the services of a professional mover, remember to prioritize the transport of valuable objects and furniture and those that are fragile.
Don’t forget to put aside your documents and anything else that may be needed during your move, when sorting your belongings. Moreover, once the boxes are prepared and loaded, it will be impossible to open them again.