Comments on: 15 Things to Know Before You Move Overseas

By: becky

becky — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:14:41 +0000

Thanks wow I am thinking about relocating my family and yes this article is a great foundation to start me on our trip… What ois a expat??? I saw a few references to a few people here that are expats is it like a exchange student type of idea???

By: Maureen

Maureen — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 18:38:20 +0000

Don’t forget many of the services and suppliers you require will be able and only too happy to provide advice. My sister owns a shipping a removals company in the Canaries and as a long standing ex-pat herself (along with her two business partners) she is often able to take some of the mystery out of moving abroad as well as dealing with the removal and storage.
Great article and great website, especially for someone like me who is “thinking about it”.

By: Michelle

Michelle — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:26:54 +0000

Rob–thats right there is always SO MUCH research to do, and some of it you just cant know until you’ve arrived. Expats today are fortunate to have these networks of bloggers and websites to help with research.

Sarah–In Japan I expect language is essential. I know that even finding your way around is difficult without knowing the language!! Wow, gutting fish–and squid!? New life skills for sure!

By: Sarah Joy Albrecht

Sarah Joy Albrecht — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:05:59 +0000

Great post. I’m an expat in Japan.

Under education, language is KEY.

Understanding food availability and preparation is also important. No oven. Had to learn to gut fish.. and squid ;)

By: Rob Innis

Rob Innis — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:56:21 +0000

Many Brits (I am one, so feel entitled to comment) also need to know about bringing pets, UK TV and certain UK food stuff availability before they move abroad.

Good article, anyone considering a move please do your research and this article provides a great starting point.