Everything You Need to Do Before You Leave
The moving abroad checklist I wish I had, from someone who learned most of it the hard way.
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Documents and Paperwork
Passport renewals, apostille certificates, medical records, and everything you need in order before you leave the U.S.
Finances and Banking
The exact accounts Rita uses as an expat, Wise, Charles Schwab, and how to build the financial runway you need before you go.
Health and Insurance
International health insurance, prescription medications, and how to get your medical records sorted before you're too far from home to do it easily.
Housing and Visas
How to find your first rental from abroad, what to know about visa and residency options, and why joining local expat Facebook groups before you land changes everything.
I moved to Albania with two suitcases, some savings, and zero preparation for half of this stuff.
I learned a lot the hard way, so you don't have to.
Rita Serra
ritainwanderland.com · Living abroad since 2018
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