Relocation Settling-in Services – Expert Assistance by Total Law
If you’re relocating to another country, whether permanently or for shorter periods of time, Total Law can provide one-to-one settling in services to help you acclimate to your new surroundings quickly.
Speak to one of our advisers today for a free, no-obligation consultation about your move. Call us on +1 844 290 6312 or reach out to us online.
Relocation Settling-in Services
Relocation settling-in services are handy for anyone planning to move to a different country abroad and will require some additional assistance in settling into their new environment.
These services can cover a wide variety of things, from help with finding a place to live, utility setup, culture and language training, and school searches.
Almost anyone can benefit from settling in services when moving abroad, from expat families, solo professionals and corporate transferees.
In short, settling in services aims to take the worry and stress out of moving abroad by helping you to acclimate to your new surroundings in a calm, helpful and useful way. They can also help free up time and hassle from the administrative side of moving so you can focus on the more important things.
Total Law offers comprehensive and friendly settling-in services for clients around the globe.
No matter where you are or where you’re planning to go, we can help with the moving process and ensure that the transition period between your old home and new one goes smoothly.
Call our international settling-in services team today on +1 844 290 6312 or contact us online via our contact form for help.
Why You Need Settling-in Services
Moving to a new country can be a challenging process, especially if you are moving somewhere that is significantly different in terms of culture than your old home.
There are many reasons why you might be moving, such as for work, family reasons or just to experience a different culture. In any case, settling-in services can help to ease the transition to a new life in a different country by:
- Relieving some of the pressure of admin and paperwork for you
- Helping you to better understand the new culture, customs and community of the country you’ll be living in
- Connecting you with local services and amenities from the start so you don’t have to feel lost or disorientated when you arrive
- Organising key elements of your new home such as internet, utilities, taxes and bills so that everything is arranged for your arrival, minimising stress
Additionally, employers sending staff abroad may see significant benefits by employing settling-in services, as they help to promote productivity and well-being for employees on overseas assignments.
With the help of Total Law’s professional and knowledgeable settling-in advisers, you won’t have to take the risk of feeling lost or confused about how to start your new life abroad.
For more information about the services we offer, read on to find out more below. Alternatively, chat to one of our advisers today for a free, no-obligation consultation on +1 844 290 6312 or contact us online.
Core Components of Our Settling-in Package
Our settling-in package has various elements to it, each one specifically designed to make the moving process more comfortable for you, your family or your employees.
Each one will also be preceded by a needs assessment carried out by a dedicated relocation and settling-in adviser, who will meet with you (either at one of our offices or online) to fully understand your needs, preferences and criteria for settling in.
If you only require one or some of these services, don’t worry; you will be free to pick and choose whichever services you wish to take advantage of when signing up with Total Law.
See below for more information about our services within our settling-in division.
Immigration and Legal Compliance
Immigration compliance is an absolutely key part of any moving process, as every country will have its own unique entry requirements and legal processes to be carried out before you can move there.
Total Law’s legal and immigration experts can assist you in finding the right visas, permits and immigration programs for you, even if you’re unsure of where to start or not sure if you may be eligible to immigrate to your preferred country. We can help determine your eligibility for different pathways and take care of the application process from start to finish, ensuring full compliance with local and international immigration guidelines.
We can also help advise on the best ways to navigate local immigration regulations in your new home country, including how to apply for permanent residency or citizenship, liaising with local government officials on your behalf.
Destination Services and Logistics
Destination services encompass a large portion of the services we offer.
These include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Home-finding, including property purchasing and rentals, and lease negotiations
- Home utilities, billing and internet setup
- Bank account setups, insurance services and tax orientations
- Moving services and heavy item transport and logistics
Moving to a new location often involves a significant amount of paperwork, but this is especially the case if moving to a new home abroad, which will normally require more preparation, work and orientation.
You may also need additional assistance if you are unfamiliar with your new home’s native language, as resources may not be available in your own language.
Total Law’s settling-in services aim to address all of those concerns with the help of our dedicated local destination services team, who will be on hand to help with all of the above issues and more. With our assistance, you won’t have to worry about the anxieties of moving somewhere unfamiliar or dealing with the admin involved, instead letting us take care of it all for you.
You will also have the benefit of local experts on hand to guide you through key processes and administrative tasks, giving you a solid understanding of how to navigate your new life here almost as soon as you arrive.
Family and Community Integration
Family and community integration is another key element of our settling-in services.
Culture shocks are all too common when moving to a different country, with expats sometimes finding it difficult to adjust to new cultures and ways of living when abroad.
Language barriers can also pose another difficulty to settling into a new home, as being unfamiliar with the local language can make it difficult to find and access local services and to connect with the local population.
Total Law’s family and community integration aims to resolve all those issues with the help of our local community and culture experts, all of whom will be highly knowledgeable about your new home country. We offer personalised language and cultural coaching to help you acclimate to your new home, as well as neighbourhood orientation tours to ensure that you won’t feel lost or out of place when you arrive.
To assist with your children’s integration into the local community, we can also provide school and childcare placement support, including recommending international or multi-language schools to help ease their transition.
Will your spouse or partner also be looking for a change in career in your new home? We can provide career and employment guidance for your family, including tailored job search coaching, specialized career counseling and recommendations on which roles would be best suited to their specific skill sets.
Ongoing Support and Check-ins
Settling-in services don’t have to end after you’ve successfully completed the moving-in process.
With Total Law, you can benefit from further, ongoing support long after you’ve made yourself at home in your new environment, including a dedicated helpline for any issues that might arise down the line, and post-arrival follow-ups from our relocation team to ensure that you’re happy in your new home and are familiar with local customs.
We also provide access to special community events and expat networking opportunities to further widen your social circles and help make you feel part of the local community.
Our 4-Step Settling‑in Process
Total Law’s settling-in process can be distilled down into 4 key steps to help you feel at home in your new host country:
Initial Consultation & Needs Assessment:
Your journey will begin with a one-to-one meeting with one of our relocation and settling-in advisers to get a full understanding of your moving process and the services you will require. We will also ask about your preferred budget, any additional add-ons you may wish, and ascertain further information about the best way to support you throughout the process. If you’re a business looking for employee relocation support, we can also plan out a roadmap for this too.
Immigration & Legal Filings:
Once the above step is finished, we will proceed with assisting you with immigration and legal applications for your move, if you have requested this service. As processing times for visas and permits can sometimes take several months or even years to process, it is recommended you seek advice from our consultants on how best to approach this key aspect of relocation.
Destination Services Roll‑Out:
As your moving date approaches, we will start putting plans into action, such as starting to get your possessions packed, booking transport and ensuring that preparations in your new home country will all be arranged for your arrival. As you undergo the move itself, we will be on hand to provide assistance with the process and help deal with any unexpected issues that may occur.
Post‑Move Integration & Follow‑up:
After your move is completed, you can still take advantage of our help and guidance via our post-move integration and follow-up services. This includes community integration, information about local amenities, school searches and expat connections, all designed to help make you feel more at home in your new country and to further promote a smooth transition to your new lifestyle.
Our relocation and settling-in advisers are standing by now to speak to you about your tailored settling-in experience. For a free, no-obligation consultation, call us now on +1 844 290 6312 or contact us online.
Why Choose Total Law for Relocation Settling-in Services?
Total Law offers comprehensive, professional and efficient relocation services for a wide range of clients, all designed to help facilitate the moving process and help take the hassle out of it.
We are experts in international relocation and immigration, with years’ worth of experience in the sector. We have already helped thousands of clients get to where they want to go, with an ever-growing team of professionals situated around the globe.
We are proud to offer a personalized service approach, with bespoke advice and guidance tailored to your individual needs and requirements. We know that since no two clients will ever be the same, the same will apply for the advice and support we will offer to each client.
No matter where you are or where you’ll be going, we will be able to support you with the relocation process and provide you with the guidance you need to make the process easier.
To learn more about our proven track record for excellent service or to hear about the full range of services we offer, reach out to us for a free, no-obligation consultation session with an adviser today.
Contact us on +1 844 290 6312 or reach out to us online through our online contact form.
With Total Law, no move is too challenging. Speak to one of our relocation experts for a free, no-obligation consultation today on +1 844 290 6312 or contact us online.
Relocation and beyond
Frequently Asked Questions
We give you trusted advice and actions during every step of your relocation. Here are some of the questions we hear every day:
Visa delays can be frustrating and disruptive to experience, sometimes holding up the entire moving process.
Many countries will not allow you to enter their borders unless you have a valid visa, so experiencing a delay can cause significant disruptions to your moving schedule, especially if everything else has been pre-arranged to occur at specific times.
If you do experience a delay, however, there are a few things you can do. You may be able to reach out to your local consulate or embassy and see if you can pay additional fees for expedited processing.
Alternatively, you may be able to escalate it to someone in a position of power at the local authorities if the visa is especially urgent.
You may also wish to consider if you’re able to apply for a different type of visa initially to enter the country and then wait for your main visa to be approved after you arrive.
If you wish to avoid any possibility of visa delays, it’s always best to apply for your visa as early as you possibly can to minimise any potential disruptions a delay might cause.
In theory, the best time to start planning for a move may be around 12-14 months in advance of the move actually taking place. This will ensure that you have enough time to find a place to live in your new country, plan the logistics of the move and secure the necessary visas and permits.
However, note that this is only a rough guide and actual ideal timeframes may vary greatly based on your circumstances. For example, certain visas and permits for countries may take upwards of one to two years to successfully be processed, while complex international moves involving large volumes of items will require more notice to be able to transport effectively.
Additionally, consider your budget. If you wish to save on costs, choosing slower methods of transport or logistics may work out to be cheaper than faster options, which will require planning further in advance.
Yes – the nature of our settling-in support package means that you only have to pick the services you will really need, ensuring that you can get the best value for money by using our services.
For example, if you only require assistance with setting up utilities and internet in your new home in advance of your arrival, we can provide that service to you and charge you a fee proportional to the services rendered.
However, it is still recommended that you speak to an adviser to hear about all of the services we do offer, as many aspects of the relocation process can be made significantly easier with the help of an adviser on board.
