Settling-in Services: Your Smooth Start in a New Country

Complete Settling-in Support After Relocation

Relocating to a new country can present an enormous challenge, especially during and after the process.

However, relocating and settling into your new home can be made easy with the help of IAS’ relocating and settling-in services.

We are experts in international relocation, with services that span the globe in several continents. No matter where you’re going or how long you’re staying for, our experts can help you acclimatise to your new surroundings with our range of practical and helpful services.

These range from assistance in setting up key services and utilities for your home, registering with local authorities and governments, or helping to secure cars and driving permits so you can hit the ground running as soon as you land in your new country.

We also offer services for corporate clients, including support employee relocation and business expansions.

Read on to find out more about the specific services we can offer, or call us today on +44 (0)333 414 9244 for a free, no-obligation consultation about your needs. Alternatively, reach out to us using the online contact form above.

What’s Included in Our Settling-in Services

Our settling-in services are specifically designed to cover the most important and essential needs you’ll want to organise when moving abroad. These include the following:

Setting up Bank Accounts and Financials

When living abroad, having a bank account with a local provider is often essential to accessing local services and managing transactions. With IAS’ local expertise, we can help you find and apply for the best bank accounts suited for your needs and help you transfer any necessary funds or payments over for a smooth transition.

We can also help with other areas of international finance, such as mortgage payments, direct debits, international transfers and local investment opportunities.

Local and International Drivers Permits

Moving to a new country doesn’t mean having to sacrifice your original driving licence. With IAS’ advisers, you can transition easily to a local or international drivers permit to enable you to continue to drive in your new home. We’ll take care of the application and paperwork for you.

Purchasing or Leasing Cars

Personal transport can be an absolute essential when moving abroad, particularly in more remote or rural areas. 

IAS’ relocation services can help source the best auto options for you and your family members, getting you the best sales and leasing deals from local dealerships. We can also arrange for the car and keys to be ready and waiting for you when you first arrive in your new home, if necessary.

Area Orientation and Local Tours

Want to feel like a local as soon as you arrive? With the help of IAS’ area orientations and tours, you can get the inside scoop on the local culture and customs so you can adapt quicker to the local environment and minimise the potential for any culture shocks. 

We can also provide foreign language tuition to further help you acclimatise to your new home.

Local Authority and Tax Office Registration

Most countries require you to register with local government, authority or tax offices, but this information might not always be readily available. 

Our local advisers can assist you in registering for all necessary official and governmental services in your local area, ensuring that you’re eligible to do essential things such as pay tax, receive residence cards and claim official status in your country.

Utilities and Internet Setup

Moving into a new home, regardless of where in the world it is, requires setting up essential utilities such as gas, electricity, water and internet. Rather than having to deal with unfamiliar suppliers individually to try and set these up, IAS can take care of the entire process for you in advance of your arrival, which means that you can transition seamlessly into life in your new home with minimal hassle.

Health Insurance Services and Local Doctors

When living abroad, health insurance is an absolute must. Our relocation advisers will work closely with you to arrange the best and most suitable health insurance plans for you and your family, making sure you have the widest and most comprehensive range of coverage possible.

We will also help advise on local medical options such as emergency services, clinics and specialist providers to make sure you know where to seek help if you need it.

Mobile Phones and SIM Cards

Don’t be left without mobile phone coverage in your new home. As not all phone plans cover international roaming, it’s important to ensure that you can still continue to use your phone after you move. 

IAS’ settling-in services can help you with this issue, even procuring local or compatible SIM cards to allow you to continue using your personal phone and phone number while abroad.

Childcare, Domestic Help and Local Services

Life can get busy, especially after a significant international move. If you require additional help with things such as childcare, domestics and any other service you might require in your day-to-day life, IAS’ advisers can source the best local help for you. No matter what your needs or requirements, we are confident we can arrange whatever you might need to help make you feel comfortable in your new home.

Don’t See Your Preferred Service Here?

The services we offer aren’t just limited to what’s listed on this page – our relocation and concierge teams also offer a vast number of other services and consultations to help with every part of the international moving process. 

IAS’ relocation experts can help you feel safe, supported and more informed in your new locale than if you moved alone. For more information on what we can do to help with your move, don’t hesitate to reach out to us today on +44 (0)333 414 9244 or contact us online.

Who Can Benefit from Settling-in Services?

Settling-in services are not just reserved for any one specific group of people.

Indeed, absolutely anyone can benefit from the help of personalised local settling-in services when moving to a new country. 

These can include the following:

• Expats
• Families
• Students (including cultural exchange and gap year students)
• Temporary workers
• Professionals
• Large businesses and corporations

Settling-in services can often be key to helping individuals feel more comfortable and relaxed in their new surroundings, giving them key guidance such as info on local customs, language tips and practical help on setting up important services and utilities.

As almost everyone who moves to a new country will have to undergo these processes, settling-in services can be seen as a universal source of help and guidance to help anyone acclimate to their new environment.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to us to start your journey today, or to find out more about our other relocation services. Call one of our advisers on +44 (0)333 414 9244 or contact us online for immediate help with your case.