So You Want to Move Abroad with Kids
So You Want to Move Abroad With Kids
Dreaming about moving abroad with your family, but overwhelmed by where to even begin?
You are not alone.
Maybe you are wondering which country would actually fit your family, how visas work, what school would look like, whether you could afford it, how your kids would adjust, or if the whole idea is even realistic.
This workbook was created for families in the “Could we actually do this?” stage.
We are an American family who moved from Los Angeles to the Netherlands after years of traveling through Europe with our kids and intentionally comparing what kind of daily life felt right for our family.
This is not a generic relocation guide or legal immigration advice. It is a practical clarity workbook to help you slow down, ask better questions, compare your options, and take the first real steps toward figuring out what life abroad could look like for your family.
Inside, you’ll find:
- A family life vision worksheet
- Family priority-setting exercises
- A country-fit scorecard
- Red flag and green flag checklists
- Visa, work, school, healthcare, and cost-of-living reality checks
- Language and culture-fit questions
- Questions to ask expat families
- A country comparison table
- A scouting trip checklist
- A 30-day research plan
- A final country shortlist worksheet
By the end, you will not have every answer. But, you will have a much clearer sense of what your family wants, what you need to research, and what your next step should be.
This guide is for you if:
- You keep thinking, “Could we actually move abroad with kids?”
- You feel overwhelmed by visas, schools, jobs, cost of living, and choosing a country
- You want to compare countries based on real family life, not just pretty vacation photos
- You want a practical first step before going deep into research
- You are curious about creating a softer, more intentional family life abroad
Important note: This workbook is for educational and personal planning purposes only. It is not legal, immigration, tax, financial, medical, employment, or school-placement advice. Always verify important details with official sources and qualified professionals before making major decisions.
Download the workbook and start turning the dream into a clearer plan.