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A culture shock is a well-known problem in an international move. Because of this, it will take for you as a relocating family or person a long time before you feel at home on your new international destination. How can you prepare for this?

Culture shock

Many people experience a culture shock when they get in touch with a culture that is different than the culture they are used to. Adapt to this culture or not? It is a difficult problem.

There are multiple culture shock stages wherein different emotions, feelings and manners of association are noticeable. A culture shock can be confusing and very emotional. But you can prepare for this. You can limit the impact of a culture shock for your family members.

We've collected several tips about how to deal with a culture shock.

Next steps

If you have difficulties dealing with the culture shock, you can always reach out for professional assistance. There are specialized psychologist who can advise you during this process. Dependent of your healthcare insurance, some treatments can be compensated.

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Dion

Moving to The Netherlands,
from Spain

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August 26 2026

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Anonymus

Moving to Spain,
from The Netherlands

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August 16 2026

Communication was excellent, but the estimate was too high and there was no final reconciliation of the costs, meaning you are locked into an overestimated price. Communication between the moving crews during loading and unloading could also be improved. If the loading team accepts heavy boxes, it is rather surprising that the unloading team then makes a strong remark about them

Mr. de Laat

Moving to Spain,
from Netherlands

The average rating of customers who moved from and to South Africa

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9.2