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Immigration Readiness
Checklist
46 essential steps organized into 7 categories. Everything you need to prepare for your move abroad — all in one place.
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46 steps across 7 essential categories
Compiled from the experiences of thousands of successful immigrants. Don't leave anything to chance.
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Documents & Legal
8 items
- Valid passport (6+ months before expiry)
- Certified birth certificate
- Marriage / divorce certificates (if applicable)
- Police clearance certificates from all countries lived in
- Educational credential assessment (ECA / WES)
- Certified translations of all non-English documents
- Reference letters from current & past employers
- Professional license validations
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Financial Preparation
7 items
- Proof of funds for settlement (varies by country)
- International bank account or transfer service setup
- Credit history documentation
- Tax returns from last 2-3 years
- Emergency fund for first 3-6 months abroad
- Understanding of tax obligations in target country
- Health insurance research & budget
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Language & Skills
6 items
- Language test booked (IELTS / TEF / TestDaF)
- Minimum score requirements researched
- Prep course or study plan started
- Skills assessment submitted (if required)
- Professional certifications gathered
- Resume / CV adapted for target country format
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Housing & Settlement
6 items
- Target cities researched (cost of living, job market)
- Temporary accommodation booked for first 2-4 weeks
- Rental market research completed
- Required deposits budgeted
- Utility setup process understood
- Neighborhood safety & transit checked
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Career & Employment
6 items
- Job market in target country researched
- LinkedIn profile updated for international visibility
- Target employers / industries identified
- Work permit type confirmed
- Understanding of labor rights in target country
- Professional networking groups joined
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Health & Wellbeing
6 items
- Medical examination completed (if required)
- Vaccination records up to date
- Prescription medications documented
- Health insurance coverage confirmed
- Mental health support resources identified
- Dental & vision checkups completed
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Final Pre-Departure
7 items
- Visa application submitted & approved
- Flights booked
- Important documents digitized & backed up
- Power of attorney arranged (if needed)
- Phone plan / SIM for target country arranged
- Goodbye logistics handled (lease, subscriptions, mail)
- First-week plan documented
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