Week 1 — Get the essentials in place
Your first priority is the paperwork that everything else depends on.
- •Get your local identification or tax number (e.g. NIE in Spain, AFM in Greece, NIF in Portugal)
- •Buy a local SIM card so you have a working phone number
- •Confirm your temporary accommodation and commute to the office
Week 2 — Banking and registration
Once you have your ID number, open a local bank account so your salary can be paid and you can set up direct debits. Register your address with the local authority if your country requires it — this is often needed for healthcare and other services.
Weeks 3–4 — Settle in for the long term
With the basics handled, focus on building a stable base:
- •Start your search for a long-term apartment
- •Register for healthcare and get your social security details from your employer
- •Explore your neighbourhood — transport passes, groceries, and the nearest essentials
- •Begin learning the basics of the local language; it pays off socially and practically
Don’t do it alone
When you take a role through us, much of this is supported — from airport pickup to help with paperwork and apartment hunting. Lean on that support; it’s there to make your move smooth.