From Chaos to Calm: Pack Like a Pro for Your Overseas Move

Moving abroad is more than just a change of scenery; it’s a chance to embrace a new lifestyle.

However, the process of packing can often feel overwhelming. Given the intricacies of logistics and transit involved in an overseas move, packing can easily get complicated. With our comprehensive checklist, you can ensure that every detail is taken care of for a stress-free move.

Expat Relocation Packing Essentials

Packing for a global move isn’t an insurmountable task. With meticulous and timely planning, you can stay organised. The key is knowing what to pack, and we’ve covered just that so you have the essentials when you need them.

Important Documents

Medicines 

Tech Gear 

Clothing 

Toiletries 

What to Ship Overseas

Not everything you need overseas will fit into your suitcase. Since shipping times vary across the globe, you should avoid putting anything you might need on arrival into a shipment, these should go in your carry-on luggage instead. 

Here are some potential items you might want, and which can be shipped abroad:

What to Store When Moving Abroad

Whether you want to relocate overseas gradually or would like to move back to the UK one day, there are plenty of reasons why storage might be the right answer for some of your possessions. A storage facility can provide long-term protection for your items while abroad. 

Here are some potential items that might benefit from storage solutions:

What to Give Away When Moving Abroad

Relocating overseas is a fantastic opportunity to declutter and donate some of the items you own. This is a good time to take stock of things you haven’t used in a while, and therefore, might not need.  You might be able to buy replacements in your new country which might be more cost-effective than shipping.

Here are some potential items to donate that can help you downsize your house when moving:

Moving abroad is an exciting adventure, filled with new experiences and opportunities. A concise packing list can ensure a smoother transition and start your new life on the right foot. And when it comes to packing, Bishop’s Move is here to help every step of the way, whether you need export packing or luggage services.