Work and immigration
Check each person’s work and study rights under the actual visa or status. A main applicant’s job offer does not settle a partner’s work options. Discuss how the household would manage if one income starts later than expected.
School and childcare
Research access, fees, waiting lists and term dates in your intended location. Build a budget for the arrangements you will actually use, including wraparound care that fits shifts and on-call duties.
Health and continuity of care
Check healthcare access and insurance against each family member’s circumstances. Research medicine availability, prescriptions, specialist follow-up and disability support before booking a move. Do not assume an overseas service or entitlement matches the UK equivalent.
Support, time and distance
Discuss support networks, travel back to the UK, housing and the practical effects of time zones. A regional opportunity may need a different transport and social plan from a city role.
A shared decision
Compare staying, delaying and moving as legitimate options. Agree what would make the move worthwhile and what would cause you to reconsider. Leave room for the plan to change.
Use this to organise questions. Verify your own registration, immigration, tax and entitlement position with the responsible organisation or a suitably qualified adviser.