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Today’s episode will be part 3 of our Starting Your Life in Japan series, The Process of Moving To Japan. This episode is a deep dive into all of the steps you will take during your relocation to Japan. We share our experience from offer letter to arrival to provide valuable tips and recommendations, so you’ll feel more prepared for the big move.
**If you have pets, start on the pet relocation process at least 8-9 months before your move.**
1-3 months before your move:
1. Get job offer
2. Make sure you have a valid passport
3. Get your work visa (watch those timelines)
4. Set up your flights
5. Figure out your money. Create budgets and confirm relocation package with your company. (Keep them receipts!)
6. Figure out where you will be living until you get your permanent apartment/home. You will need this info for visa and residency paperwork.
7. Sell/get rid of everything you don't need
8. Buy essential items that are not readily available in Japan. Websites for price comparisons:Yodobashi, Bic Camera
9. Have your stuff packed and shipped to Japan
10. Consider keeping a phone number open from your home country for emergencies
11. Get an international credit card, because you can't get one for awhile in Japan (look for no international purchasing fees)
12. Close all old accounts/memberships