Handy 'On the Move' checklist courtesy of Global Connection | Tuesday,16 Feb 2010

Our friends at Global Connection have provided us with their special 'On the Move' checklist, compiled on the basis of information from Global Connection members, removal companies, moving specialists and relocation firms. This list is a good tool for the planning and preparation for the move.

In addition, there are a number of specific factors you should take in to account for repatriation:

- If you have rented out your home in your native country, check to verify the date you can terminate the lease contract.

- You might need temporary living space before you can move back into your own home.

- Many expats live in larger houses abroad than they were accustomed to at home. This space is often quickly filled with new belongings. Make sure you check to see whether everything will fit in your new home. If not, when you are packing your belongings, note those items which can go straight into storage.

- Make a list of the local items you would like to take home with you. You still have time to pack these things in the container; before you know it, you'll be home and by the time you realise how great that bamboo garden furniture would have looked on your patio, it will be too late.

- Collect addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses from friends you have made during the posting.

- Try to gather information now from the internet, newspapers, and magazines about the current situation in your native country so that you will not be unpleasantly surprised when you get home.

- Enquire with customers which goods you may import and which are prohibited.

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