Moving house and transporting your household belongings abroad is a complicated issue. If you decide to store some of your belongings in Athens Greece renting storage space at Apothikes.eu is the obvious choice. Apothikes.eu is the major storage company in Athens Greece. We offer closed private unit storage and open space storage.
We have the following tips
1. Research where you’re going
It sounds obvious, but a bit of research into the country or region you’re moving to is a great place to start. This can give you a sense of what it’ll be like to live there, from culture and climate, to transport and living costs.
If you can, speak to other people that live, or have lived, in your potential new location and find out about their experiences.
2. Check the country or region’s entry requirements
You may need to have a certain amount of time left on your passport when you enter a new country or region. There may also be specific requirements around entry visas, and what you’ll need to have in place when you arrive.
Checking these requirements, and renewing your passport (if you need to), in good time can help avoid unnecessary stress or delays.
3. Work out your moving costs
Alongside flights and somewhere to stay initially, you’ll want to prepare for other costs that come with a big move. For example, if you’re taking furniture and other household items with you, check the cost of international moving companies so you can factor it into your budget. Storing furniture and storing household items at Apothikes.eu will reduce transportation costs for items you don’t really need.
4. Build up your savings
Having some savings ready to cover start-up costs, or the move itself, can really help.
5. Figure out how you’ll manage your money
Take some time to work out how you’ll stay on top of your money during and after your move.
You may need to have a visa before you can open a bank account in some countries or regions. Ideally, you’d get an account set up before you land so you can hit the ground running and avoid fees and charges from using your existing bank account overseas.
If you’re planning to move back eventually, or you still have payments to cover, such as a mortgage or school fees, you may want to keep an account in your home currency
6. Think about where to live
You may be looking at a short-term let while you get settled, before finding something more permanent. Research the different neighbourhoods and transport links to get an idea of the areas you want to check out once you arrive.
If you can, you may want to try contacting some local estate agents or rental companies, and ask for their advice. They’ll know the area better, and may be able to offer some guidance on rental costs and even property availability.
7. Research schools
If you’re moving to a new country or region with children, it’s never too early to research local and international schools, as you may need to join a waiting list.
You should also find out what fees might be involved so you can factor them into your overall budget.
