If you’re moving to Germany, we are aware of how extensive the whole relocation process can be. Don’t worry! Our partners from DONATH Moving & Relocation count on specialists that will assist you by providing their best moving and relocation services. Overall, they will support you and ensure that the entire move goes smoothly while you can focus fully on your job and your new workplace.
Step 1: Finding a good moving company
As an expat, it might be difficult to decide which moving company is the most appropriate for you. Therefore, it is important that you don’t only compare prices, but you also make sure that it offers all the high-quality services that you will need during the move. DONATH Moving & Relocation created a super useful checklist for expats to help you find the best moving company. Download it here to find out the 5 steps that you should follow in your search!
Step 2: Being well prepared
The DONATH relocation experts can assist with a wide range of time-consuming tasks when moving to a new residence:
- home search
- rental agreement
- school and kindergarten search (if applicable)
- preparation of visa application
- formalities and administrative paperwork
- integration of the family
- all questions relating to pets, etc.
This allows you to focus on your new professional challenge while the experts take care of everything else.
Step 3: Packing your household goods
We recommend to only use a professional moving company for your move to Germany. They have the knowhow how to pack and load an overseas container and give you advice on how to ensure your household goods.
Pack up your personal belongings and set them aside. Valuables, keys, documents and passports should be packed in a separate bag that you keep with you at all times. This way, you won’t have to spend hours looking for the things that you desperately need for the first night in your new home.
Step 4: Moving day
Don’t forget taking a day off work on your moving day. To ensure a smooth transition to Germany for the whole family, why not arrange for some trusted relatives or friends to look after your children during moving day?
Don’t forget to pack all of your most precious possessions and make sure you include plenty of snacks and refreshments – keeping everyone’s spirits up! The moving crew would also be happy to have a cup of coffee or a refreshing non-alcoholic drink.
Step 5: Arriving in Germany
Congratulations, you’ve made it to your new residence!
Moving to a new home can be an exciting and empowering experience. However, it’s important not to forget one key step: reaching out to various organizations such as banks, registration offices and insurance companies so they are aware of your updated address!
Any questions left? Do not hesitate to get in touch with our partners at DONATH Moving & Relocation. You will not regret it!
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