What is a relocation agency? A relocation agency is a service provider focused on support in moving to a new country, both for companies and private persons. Whether it is a job that brings you or your expats to Austria, a university program, or personal reasons, you can consider booking a relocation service.
Bureaucracy is, unfortunately, a must for relocation. It is a part that might scare you the most because nothing else is actually possible without the legal basis. Each person needs their own solution, depending on their nationality, legal status, purpose of relocation, and other criteria.
This riddle can be solved with well-done research or the help of others.
The solution:
Immigration services package that includes choice of the correct permit, information on the process and all the documents needed, accompanied visits of the authorities from the beginning till pickup of the final document.
Another struggle each expat has to go through is finding out how the city of Vienna works. Transport, important locations, opening hours. You can check out our article to get familiar with some Austrian peculiarities.
There are plenty of things you will need to find by arrival - pharmacies, hairdressers, hospitals, schools, supermarkets, etc.
The solution:
An orientation tour is a service created for this particular purpose. A relocation consultant takes you around the city by car and shows you different districts, answering all of your questions related to life in Austria and Vienna in particular. You also get a special Recom practical guide that summarises all of the details, phone numbers, holidays, addresses, etc.
From physical to mental isolation: Finding your new circle of friends and building up a social life takes some time. As a newcomer, it might be difficult to find a place to start and make first contacts.
Language barrier is also one of the reasons you might struggle to find connections and miss great events and places because of the lack of information in English.
The solution:
In this case, we are happy to welcome you to our club melange and invite you to our events created exactly for that purpose – to bring internationals together and let you leave the loneliness behind. Check out the upcoming events and feel free to join.
Another side effect of the language barrier is the inability to communicate with municipal authorities and read legal documents. Google Translate might get on your nerves by providing translations that make no sense.
The solution:
Formalities related to immigration office and real estate agencies are in German and difficult to comprehend, so relocation consultants facilitate communication. One of the services included in a move-in package could be the so-called translation of essentials: Rental contracts usually have around ten pages in complicated German, so your relocation consultant translates the main points for you. This way, you are protected from scams and unexpected costs. You also know what your rights and duties are.
So, what is a relocation agency here for?
- residence and work permits for European and non-European citizens
- move-in services
- school and kindergarten search
- insurance card
- further document services
- car import/driver's license
- intercultural training
Another profit you get is saving a sizable amount of time. Even making an appointment can, unfortunately, become a challenge. The language barrier often comes into play as many clerks speak German only. Relocation companies ensure an efficient and stress-free process.
Objective advice is your next benefit, and it is worth a lot. Real estate agents are interested in selling or renting out their apartments. Private insurance companies are willing to sell you insurance with unnecessary high coverage. As relocation agencies are not affiliated with any particular provider, you can always get an honest opinion.
All in all, there is a broad range of benefits in addition to the services a relocation agency offers, and these are only a few of them. In our next article, we will be sharing the benefits companies get. Stay tuned for that! In the meantime, you can have a call with us and get an extensive list of services we offer.
P.S. You are wrong by us if you need:
- advice on university application
- cargo transportation of your belongings
- booking language courses
Nevertheless, it does not mean you cannot contact us regarding these topics! We are always happy to share our recommendations with you!
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