A strong international move is mostly sequencing. The checklist matters because some tasks can be done late, but permits, movers, and housing decisions cannot.
A practical timeline
Start with immigration, mover selection, and decluttering. The final month is for confirmations, utilities, document packs, and arrival planning rather than strategic decisions.
- Book movers and validate documents early in the timeline.
- Separate what travels by air, what ships, and what stays behind.
- Keep one arrival pack with IDs, contracts, chargers, and medications.