A List for Moving to Finland

Here is a very general list of the things that needed to be done to move to Finland:

Our belongings

 1. Sell Condo/House and car
2. Obtain passports and other paper work
3. Doctor visits - obtain any needed prescriptions and paperwork
4. Decide on shipping methods/company
5. Plan for child care in Finland - daycare, babysitter
6. Buy clothing and products that you would like/need while abroad
7. Buy adapters, most of your electronics and appliances will not work

Our friends singing a going away song :(

8. Find out what is needed to fly your dog - call the airline
9. Coordinate with your vet for the paperwork and vaccinations needed for the dog
10. Say goodbye to your friends and family
11. Find a place to live in Finland

Waiting for our flight

12. Find temporary housing for when you first arrive and none of your belongings are there yet
13. Complete paperwork once in Finland gain access to childcare, transportation cards, supermarket cards, and a bank account
14. Coordinate with the movers to bring your belongings into your new place and unpack

We're on our way to Finland!