Moving abroad is a big change and therefore requires adequate preparation. This will help you avoid unnecessary stress and prevent unforeseen accidents. We have a number of tips to help you prepare for your move.
Documents and formalities
- Passport/ID card – check their validity and make sure they will be accepted in your destination country.
- Visa/residence or work permit – find out what the requirements are in your country.
- Health insurance – check whether you are covered by the local health system or whether you need a private policy.
- Driving licence – in some countries you will need to produce a local document.
- Registration of residence – in some countries you must register with the authorities within a few days of arrival.
Buying property abroad
You may be planning to buy a property abroad. This requires good preparation and knowledge of local regulations. In some countries, foreigners may encounter restrictions, such as the need for a permit or resident status. The purchase procedure itself differs from that in Poland – it often involves signing a preliminary agreement with a deposit payment, and the whole thing is supervised by a notary or lawyer. Additional costs must be added to the price of the property, such as taxes, notary fees, broker’s commission or translation of documents. For more on buying a property in Spain, for example, see here: https://dreamproperty.pl/blog/zakup-nieruchomosci-w-hiszpanii-w-2025-co-trzeba-wiedziec/.
Financial security
It is a good idea to find out in advance how to open a local bank account so that you can freely receive your salary or pay your bills, and at the same time consider whether it is worthwhile to maintain an account in Poland – for example to handle credit or contact with the authorities. You also need to know what the issue of international transfers is, as sometimes banks charge high commissions. So compare costs and exchange rates. Equally important are the taxes that a country requires. And actually consider which country will be your tax residence. If you are buying a property abroad, it may be safer to use a real estate agency (e.g. https://dreamproperty. pl/).
Daily life in your new place of residence
Day-to-day life in a new country requires prior knowledge. If you want to rent a flat, take into account the costs of the deposit amount, the notice period and any additional fees. It is important to plan a budget for the first few months – rent, transport, food and other basic expenses are essential. You also can’t overlook communications, specifically telephone and internet.
Transporting personal belongings
First and foremost, consider what you want to take with you and what should be left behind. This applies especially to furniture – consider whether it is worth transporting it or whether it is better to buy new ones already on site (check what is included in the flats e.g. here: https://dreamproperty.pl/nieruchomosci-w-hiszpanii/). If you are transporting a lot of things, check and compare the offer of removal companies so that you don’t overpay. Special attention should be paid to the insurance of the things you are transporting, as it usually involves quite high costs. Also pay a lot of attention to packing your hand luggage. It should contain your documents, electronics and any essential items you like to have close at hand.
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