Deciding to move abroad is an undeniably big step and the decision to do so is not one that should be taken lightly.
Article written by The Overseas Guides Company
You need to consider whether it is the right thing for you and your family, whether it is financially viable, whether your life will improve if you do take the plunge and that’s just for starters! Fortunately, we live in a modern age where there is a wealth of information at our finger tips.
Research is the key to a successful move and if you are thorough enough, you will be prepared for any situation that might arise. Don’t be daunted, the list of things that you need to investigate is likely to grow as you get closer to your goal, but try and enjoy the process, after all, you are learning about your new home.
So, where to start? The internet is your greatest tool. You could spend weeks trawling the innumerable websites, blogs, forums and social media pages that detail every single aspect of life in the country that you are considering. You will find forums are particularly valuable as you can read about other expats’ experiences and ask them questions. These forums can sometimes even be a good way of making friends who you can treat to a coffee on your arrival as a way of saying thanks for their kind advice.
You may think it old-fashioned but books are a great source. Your local library or bookshop will have numerous titles on all countries. As well as guide books, you are likely to find books written by people who have already made the move. Reading other people’s inspiring stories will no doubt spur you on to make your fantasy a reality.
Magazines which focus on life in the country that you would like to call home are also worth subscribing to. They will keep you up-to-date with goings on across the country and feature stories which will keep you motivated, provide advice and help to calm you when you feel those to-be-expected nerves.
Keep your eye out for road shows taking place around the UK where you can go and speak to experts in the field about making the move. They will be able to open your eyes to steps that you might not have considered and will be happy to answer questions that you may have.
If you are looking for a source of knowledge whose brains you can pick, give the Overseas Guides Company’s Resources team a call on 0207 898 0549. They will be able to answer your questions, chat through the whole process with you and put you in contact with companies that might prove useful such as removals companies.
For details of property for sale abroad, take a look at the listings on Rightmove Overseas and for more information about moving abroad, collect The Overseas Guides Company’s free ‘Emigration Guide’ by clicking here.
On a final note, if you are about to emigrate make sure you use a currency exchange specialist, such as Smart Currency Exchange, to transfer your pounds into your new local currency. Smart consistently offers better exchange rates than banks, saving you money, as well as a more efficient service. For more information on this, visit the Currency zone or download their free guide by clicking here.
The views and comments herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Rightmove Overseas, Rightmove Group Ltd or Rightmove Plc