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Moving abroad checklist
A preview of the most universal relocation tasks, grouped by category. The full personalized list adapts to your country, family, and timeline — and lets you check things off as you go.
Renew US passport (must have 6+ months validity past intended stay)
12 months out
Request birth certificate with apostille from issuing state
6 months out
Request FBI background check (channeler service is fastest)
3 months out
Get apostille on FBI background check (federal apostille via US State Dept)
3 months out
Notarize and apostille marriage certificate (if applicable)
6 months out
Translate documents into destination language by sworn translator
1 month out
Showing 6 of 20+ tasks in this category. Informational only — not legal, tax, or immigration advice.
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