Canada is a popular destination for travelers all over the globe. The country is known for its cleanliness, friendly residents and ease of travel because of the great relationship it has with other developed nations. After visiting, some people decide to move to Canada to take advantage of opportunities like the chance at career advancement. Vancouver in particular is a popular destination, based on its proximity to the shores of the Pacific and easygoing lifestyle of its citizens.
Although relocating is often an adventure, the prospect of an international move can be quite daunting. The logistics of transitioning a life across an ocean are often more complicated than moving a couple of towns over. The key to a safe and stress-free international move is to be prepared and to work with reputable professionals. Don’t be afraid to ask questions you deem outlandish or silly when you get estimates from the moving companies Vancouver has to offer.
Hire the right company
The first thing you need to know is what kind of move you desire. Most international moving companies offer door-to-door, 
door-to-port and port-to-door services. The door-to-door option makes an international move the easiest, as the moving company takes care of every aspect of the move from your original home to your new home. When getting moving quotes, ask companies if they own all their own equipment and use their own staff. It’s wise to avoid companies who subcontract their work on international moves because it raises the likelihood your household goods will be lost during the course of the move. It’s also best to work with international movers that have offices in both the departure and destination countries. Simplify your move by making communication efforts easier should any issues arise.
Secure your visa
If you are moving to Canada to work, ensure you have your visa and passport ready. It isn’t very difficult to get a Canadian visa as long as you apply for the correct program. Having the correct paperwork in hand to facilitate your move may seem pretty obvious but it’s sometimes overlooked in the process of trying to plan all the details of a move. Be sure as well to give yourself plenty of time to complete the application process. You don’t want to postpone your move because of processing delays, which can affect your new lease, job or other faction of your life based around a deadline.
Pack carefully
A key part of your move will be knowing what goes with you and what stays behind. Will you be shipping your car overseas? What goods do you need to keep with you? What items can be crated? Bulky belongings like furniture will probably stay behind as they can be procured anew once you arrive in Canada, but you’ll certainly have some personal items with you during your journey. Be sure to keep separate things like medications, weather-appropriate clothing, personal documentation and favorite books you’ll want to have with you when you arrive. Make the transition to your new home easier by making sure your comfortable sweater or child’s toys are easily accessible when you unpack and wait on the shipping crates to arrive.
The key to having a stress-free and safe international move to Canada is preparation. Work with professional movers, make sure all the correct paperwork is filed well in advance of your move and keep important items with you from start to finish to make settling into your new home just a little easier.
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