MOVING ABROAD

Preparing to Move Abroad

Making the decision to move overseas can be exciting and nerve-racking. From leaving family and friends to learning a whole new language, being prepared to move abroad is a must. Using our years of experience moving people internationally, we’ve compiled a guide to help you prepare for your next chapter.

1. Planning ahead

Preparation is always the key to making anything run smoothly and that includes a move abroad. Make sure you start planning your move as early as possible. From researching schools to finding work, the earlier you start, the smoother the process is likely to be.

2. Documents

One of the most frustrating elements of moving overseas is having the right documents. You’ll need these throughout the process so it’s worth creating a dedicated folder so that you can always have them to hand.

Our moving abroad packing list covers essential documents you might need and more.

3. Checklists

Get organised by creating a checklist, this can include actions you’ll need to take from a couple of months before your move, all the way up until the day you are moving. For inspiration, explore our moving home checklist.

Why Choose Bishop’s Move for Your Move Abroad?

With over 170 years of moving experience, Bishop’s Move has a proven process that works time and time again. Our overseas moving services have recently been recognised by the highly regarded Forum for Expatriate Management (FEM), so you can be sure your relocation is in safe hands. 

Whatever your reason for moving abroad, whether you’re emigrating, retiring or relocating through work, Bishop’s Move’s International Division is here to make your move hassle-free. The key to a successful move overseas is careful planning and thorough organisation, every step of the way. From the moment you first make contact with us, our international moving consultants will ensure you receive the very best advice including:

Our aim is to help you make the right decisions based on your needs. We’ll then work with you to produce a detailed moving abroad schedule so that you know what’s happening and when. The advice and preparation we provide will make your overseas move run as smoothly and stress-free as it can.