Moving to a new country can be an exciting adventure for any family. It can also be a lot of work. If you are Moving overseas for work or searching for a new country to call home there is a lot of planning to do. You can reduce the amount of work ahead by following our handy tips.

Moving to a new country can be an exciting adventure for any family.   It can also be a lot of work.  If you are moving overseas for work or searching for a new country to call home, it’s important to consider the amount of work ahead of you. You’ll need to sort out what to take with you, what to sell or give away, whether to bring your pets and how you can to move everything.

1. Downsize as Much as Possible

Chances are after living somewhere, you’ve accumulated a lot of items. Now is the perfect time to sort through old boxes and get rid of items you don’t need. You can even make some money selling off unwanted items. Garage sales are a great start and you can also post an ad on Gumtree.

If you have any items that can’t fit in your suitcase, we recommend shipping. Sometimes, this can get very expensive, so the first thing to decide is what you to bring. First, consider the location you’re moving to. Do you have a place already set up? Is your new home furnished? Is this a permanent relocation?

If you’re moving into a furnished home, you should sell your current furniture. Or, you can store it in one of our 11 self-contained storage facilities. Our secure storage containers are also a great way to store sentimental items. This is a wise choice for priceless family possessions such as antiques. Otherwise, you may leave your items to a trusted friend or relative and instruct them to ship boxes to you one at a time. This may reduce the upfront cost of moving everything at once, but may delay your move-in.

2. Decide How to Move Your Belongings

Once you’ve got a good idea of what you need to bring, you’ll need to decide on exactly how you’re going to bring them with you. You can ship your items in containers or crates which travel by sea or air. The method you choose determines price and delivery time frames. So, it’s important to keep your budget in mind. Kyle Bay Removals and Storage takes care of it for you. We can sort out all the details for you and save you plenty of confusion and headaches.

3. Stay Up-to-Date on Local Restrictions

It may seem obvious but it’s important to know exactly what is and isn’t permitted in your new country. Not only for the sake of knowing how to behave yourself, but also knowing what items you are not allowed to bring. This can help with downsizing and storage decisions. Do your due diligence.

4. Get Your Items Insured

Don’t even think about moving your items overseas without insurance. The risk outweighs the cost-savings. Plus, some things are irreplaceable. Ensuring your items will give you peace of mind and protect you in case anything doesn’t arrive or breaks. It’s a small price to pay and will let you focus on having some fun on your new journey. Kyle Bay Removals and Storage can handle goods of extreme value, any size or number, urgency, and distance. We manage it all.

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