Moving with Children
Advice for your move with children
International moves with children takes a lot of planning, but with careful preparation and our top tips on moving with children, your children will be living like locals in no time.
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International moving advice
An international move requires plenty of preparation in advance even if it’s just a short hop across the Channel. At Britannia Goodwins International Removals & Storage, some of our staff have made this life changing decision so we know how it feels. We have also learned from customers what types of assistance proves really helpful. That’s why we want to share our experiences with you in order to ensure your international move is as easy and hassle free as possible.
We can help you avoid the pitfalls and pass on helpful tips to ensure your move runs smoothly.
Plan ahead and research
Planning an international move takes care and attention. Emigrating successfully requires careful research into the country you’ll be living in and the town which you’ll call home.
Take some time to investigate the culture, customs and day-to-day life of your new surroundings and you will find settling down somewhere new can be an exciting and far happier experience.
Expect the unexpected
Each nation has their own rules regarding who and when someone may enter the country. In Dubai partners may only live together if they are married and Switzerland forbids moving on evenings, Sundays or a public holiday. In Germany, if you are renting a flat, you'll be expected to provide your own kitchen. If you are resident in Spain for a period exceeding three months you must register with the local authorities there.
Our knowledge of local regulations enables us to schedule your move in compliance with these rules and regulations and take away all the stresses associated with them.
We have moved families to Australia, New Zealand, the USA, the United Arab Emirates and just about everywhere else in the world and throughout Europe, so you can be sure you’re in safe hands.
Ensure your visas are in order
It is vital to ensure your visa is arranged before booking any travel. EU citizens have free movement throughout the European Union but many nations such as Australia have strict rules regarding registering with the authorities and obtaining the correct permit is vital before your possessions can be sent to your new address.
Don't forget about your pets
The correct documentation is also essential for any family pets that are moving to a new country with you. Ensure that any necessary vaccinations are completed in good time and that their pet passport is up to date if you are moving within lhe EU or the EEA. Countries outside these areas may have different or additional requirements due to local circumstances and customs.
Are you thinking of buying property abroad?
A video guide full of useful facts and hints produced by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office provides fantastic information for any would-be international mover. You can view this below or on YouTube and it will give you a real insight into what it is actually like to move abroad including buying property. The British government website TravelAware has a wealth of information for different countries including local laws, customs, and health. Browsing this website will enable you to understand some of the situations you may encounter in your new home country.
Moving Abroad with Pets
Advice for your international move with pets
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Removal quote appointment booking service
Britannia Goodwins Removals & Storage can help your overseas move go smoothly. Contact us for a free, no obligation quote, or by calling 01785 251161 and speaking with one of our Stafford and Cheshire removals specialists.
How are our appointments carried out
In the current times you might prefer that we don't visit your house in person to carry out a survey. This is fully understandable and we can just as easily undertake the survey by video call, using whatever method you're comfortable with, usually FaceTime or WhatsApp.
See what our customers think of us...
Nothing was rushed or too much trouble
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
Local to where I live
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
10/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Local
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
The team were extremely helpful and even though things were held up by solicitors kept things calm and nothing was rushed or too much trouble. We were impressed.
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
The online form could be simplified.
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your move?
Very helpful team, I would recommend your company.
Never seen something so well protected before
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
You came recommended at the local level by my parents and have a strong international presence
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
9/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
9/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Your team immediately put me at ease and I felt my goods would be really looked after. The quote was actually a little expensive that your competitor, but peace of mind was most important for me.
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
Honestly excellent and cannot praise them enough. Moving is always stressful and moving to California even more so. The items they sent are irreplaceable to me and they were extremely well contained. I have never seen something so well protected before -- Thanks Chris and Alan. Everything arrived exactly as it left. This was all managed by Matthew Myers who was excellent from start to finish
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
Honestly hard to find any faults.
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your move?
Thank you for making it so smooth and flawless
Email to Matt
I’m just dropping you a line (and some photos) to say I have received my goods from Stafford.
I’ll be honest, I have never seen something so well wrapped and protected before! Please can you pass on my thanks to the guys that collected my things, wrapped and shipped? I am very grateful for their care and diligence.
I would also like to thank you for all your efforts these past 2 or so months. It’s been a pleasure to work with you and I will definitely recommend yourself and Goodwins to others in my position. If you have a form or review you’d like me to fill out, please let me know.
All the best!
Sachin ReddyThese guys were excellent
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
Recommendation from neighbours
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
10/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Conveniently located to the house I had sold
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
Very professional
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
I cannot think of anything which would improve the service
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your move?
Moving house is a traumatic experience. Good professional team is necessary and these guys were excellent.
Cannot praise them enough for their professionalism and work ethic.
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
Reputation, online
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
10/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
A great service
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
Chris, Gaz, John, Adam, Jack, Ant and Kim all worked extremely hard in very difficult weather conditions over a 5 day period. I cannot praise them enough for their professionalism and work ethic.
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
There is nothing that I would suggest which could be improved.
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your move?
Extremely satisfied because the team helped us through every step of the way.
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