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A nurse's pre-departure checklist before moving abroad

The documents, admin, and small details that make the difference between a smooth move and a stressful one.

Once your job and visa are confirmed, the final weeks before departure can feel overwhelming. A simple checklist keeps everything calm and in order.

Documents to carry

  • Passport, visa, and registration certificates
  • Offer letter and employment contract
  • Certified copies of qualifications and references
  • Vaccination and medical records

Admin to sort early

Notify your home registration body, arrange international banking, sort your first few weeks of accommodation, and understand how your new tax and healthcare systems work before you land.

Settle in well

Pack a small "first night" bag, learn the basics of public transport near your hospital, and give yourself a buffer of a few days before your start date. We provide a full pre-departure briefing so nothing is left to chance.

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