The first 30 days after you move abroad: a checklist
A week by week checklist for your first month in a new country: registration, ID numbers, banking, phone, healthcare, tax and building a life beyond paperwork.
3 min read Updated Oct 2026
Planning
Set a target for your move, what you have already saved and how much you can put aside each month, and see how many months it will take.
Months to reach your goal
12 months
Months to reach your goal: 12 months
| Result | Value |
|---|---|
| Still to save | $9,500 |
| Months to reach your goal | 12 months |
| Years | 1 year |
How this is calculated
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