Pre-arrival essentials
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This list is intended to help you plan your time before you travel to the UK and identifies the main things you need to consider before arrival. The information displayed is a checklist to help you before and whilst you are working in the UK. Please visit A – Z of site to get detailed advice.
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- Arrange short term accommodation.
- Prepare essential items for travel to the UK.
- Choose essential items to bring to the UK.
- Arrange flight and transport to final destination.
- Find somewhere to live/accommodation.
- Know how to stay safe.
- Save money for rental deposit.
- Research childcare and schooling.
- Arrange transport for personal possessions if applicable.
- Prepare for culture shock.
- Apply for a visa to work in the UK.
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