Moving Internationally? Here’s how to have a stress-free move

I recently moved to Illinois for a new job. This was the first time I was moving out of my country
Needless to say, I was quite nervous about it. At the same time, I was overly excited about the new job. It was like a roller-coaster ride of emotions.
While planning the move, I came across multiple articles which said that moving is one of the most anxiety-inducing tasks you’d do as an adult. This got me really worried. But thankfully, friends who’ve moved earlier helped me manage it efficiently. Also, the relocation agency I hired did a really good job at making the move almost stress-free.
To help others like me, I’m sharing the 4 best articles I came across when preparing for my move
1. Plan a stress-free move without going crazy
If you don’t plan your move right, you’re only inviting trouble for yourself. I found this very helpful article that helped me organize my move efficiently and also kept me from going crazy. Very helpful. For anyone moving to anywhere, this is a must-read.
2. State-By-State guide for moving with your pets
I have a pet dog I’m very fond of. To be honest, I wasn’t sure how I’d manage the move with him. I was also constantly worried about how I’d manage customs and other formalities. Luckily, I found this very useful guide about how to move with pets. You’ll find all the important details you need to know about moving with pets here.
3. Everything you need to know about buying and selling your home
I wasn’t sure about how to go about selling my old house. How to get a new place at Illinois was even more confusing. Thankfully, I found everything I needed to know here.
4. Tips to overcome cultural shock when moving to a new country
I thought my worries were over once I had all the pre-move bit sorted and was confident about the move. I was really comfortable with my movers and knew they’d help me unpack and settle in at my destination properly. But just then, the thought of moving to a completely new land started giving me the chills.
Moving to a new country and adjusting to the culture isn’t easy. I was worried how I’d cope with the sudden cultural shock. Here’s how I prepared myself to overcome the cultural shock of moving to a new country.
Moving, if done right, can actually be a fun process. With the right packers and movers and proper preparation, your move is sure to be a hassle-free process.
Have you ever moved internationally? What is the one thing that made your move memorable? Do share your experience with me in the comments below.
