Sea You Later: 5 Things to Remember When Moving Internationally

It’s official! You’ve purchased your one-way ticket and you’re moving abroad.

Now comes the next part: packing, which isn’t quite as exciting but is possible. We know because thousands of people do it every  year.

The key to moving internationally successfully is careful planning and research. To help you get started, here are 5 simple things that you can do to ensure a smooth transition.

Most people skip this step and go straight to the packing stage. Inevitably, they’ll forget something and end up spending hours trying to fit things into their bags like a jigsaw puzzle.

By writing out a list or laying out all the things you’ll need on the side first, you’ll be able to pack much quicker and smarter. It’ll give you a bigger picture and help you avoid tunnel vision.

Airlines don’t exactly make it simple, which is why we recommend reading them carefully or calling a representative to confirm before you purchase your tickets.

If you know you’ll be visiting your old home often, consider leaving some items behind with friends or family and pick them up later.

For instance, if you know you’ll be back before the season changes.