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Culture Class Checklists

In this section you will find a number of checklists that will help you prepare for your relocation.

If you have an idea to a checklist that has not yet been included, let us know what you are interested in and we will try to include it in the next update to Culture Class. If yo have any lists you want to share with the other Culture Class users, we will be happy to format and publish it for you.

Remember that all the lists are generic and are based on examples. As you get nearer to your own leaving date there will be many more things you need to add to the lists. Remember to update your lists and your action plans to insure you do not forget anything


Preparation Checklist

The Preparation checklist should be used to ensure that you do not forget to look into all of the practical matters that will affect your situation after you arrive in the UK.

Click here to download the Culture Class Preparation Checklist in a handy .pdf format

Preparation Checklist

Plans & Goals

Action

  1. Have you defined the goals for your relocation?


  1. Have you created an Action Plan?


  1. Have you created a Dream Plan?



Getting Practical

Action

  1. Have you planned or been on your fact finding trip?


  1. Have you contacted an expat network?


  1. Have you researched your new local area?


  1. Do you know all you need to know about local transport, shopping, etc?


  1. How much more do you want to know?



Work & Money Matters

Action

  1. What information do you not have about your new job?


  1. Have you looked into tax, national insurance, banking, etc?


  1. What do you need to research further?


  1. What new actions do you need to take?



Moving Checklist

The Moving checklist should be used to ensure that you do not forget any of the practical matters when you plan your relocation.

If you use a relocation company or a shipping company, there is a good chance that they will have a checklist not too dissimilar to this one that alos include country specific information.

Click here to download the Culture Class Moving Checklist in a handy .pdf format

Moving Checklist

Two to Three Months Before Your Relocation

Completed

1. If you do not use a relocation company; start looking for a shipping company who can help you get your things to the UK


2. Check if the company offers any discounts


3. Get a few quotes before deciding which company to use


4. Double check any moving/shipping insurance they might offer. If they don’t, get your own insurance


5. Make a list of all your things so you can ensure that you have not left anything behind


One to Two Months Before Your Relocation

Completed

1. Confirm the date of your move


2. If you're renting, notify your landlord of your moving date


3. Notify the relevant utility companies of your departure


4. Start getting rid of possessions you no longer need. Decide which items can be taken to a charity shop, sold at car boot sale, or offered to your friends


5. If you need new furniture or carpets - order them now and arrange delivery for when you move in


6. Ensure you know the rules for bringing pets into the UK


A Few Weeks Before Your Relocation

Completed

1. Start packing non-essential items such as books and non-seasonal clothes into boxes


2. De-register from your doctor, dentist, and optician etc.


3. Visit the post office and arrange for your post to be forwarded


4. Make a list of everyone who should know about your move. Send them your new UK international address


5. If you do not use a relocation company:


Finalise arrangements with your shipping company. Confirm arrival times and make sure your movers have directions to your new home


Book extra storage space if required.


Arrange a time to collect the keys for your new home


Notify the bank of any changes to outgoing payments.


Check your home insurance - make sure you have cover from the day you move in to your new home.


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