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how to move to London / across the world

Season 2, Ep. 10

In this episode, Lydia shares the thought process and necessary planning steps to take if you are considering moving countries. This is from the perspective of a U.S. citizen (American expat) moving to London, England, but the checklist should still be applicable across the board when it comes to expats moving abroad. Lydia shares her personal journey and comprehensive guide on relocating to London. She covers dreaming big, conducting in-depth research, informing loved ones, securing jobs or education, networking, financial planning, creating a timeline, buying plane tickets, navigating visa applications, visiting the destination, finding housing, transferring services, choosing transportation, and deciding what to pack. Lydia's advice extends to joining expat communities, preparing for new roles, arranging phone plans, and saying farewells, all drawn from her own experience to help listeners planning an international move. :) Love God, love people, love travel, love life!


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