About International Moving Guides

Empowering global professionals with expert guidance for successful international relocations
500+
Successful Relocations
15+
Country Routes
50+
Hours Per Guide
95%
Satisfaction Rate

Our Story

International Moving Guides was born from a simple frustration: the lack of practical, honest advice for international relocations. In 2023, our founder found herself spending months researching a move from Brussels to Melbourne, only to discover that most available information was either outdated, too generic, or written by people who had never actually made the journey themselves.

After successfully navigating the complex world of visas, cost comparisons, neighborhood selection, and cultural adaptation, she realized there had to be a better way to help other professionals facing the same challenges. The idea was simple: create comprehensive guides written by people who have actually lived through each specific relocation route.

What started as documenting one person's Brussels-to-Melbourne experience has grown into a comprehensive platform covering major international relocation routes. Each guide is written by someone who has personally made that exact move, ensuring the advice is practical, current, and genuinely helpful.

Today, International Moving Guides serves hundreds of professionals annually, connecting them not only with detailed relocation information but also with trusted service providers who can make their international moves smoother and more successful.

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Sicco Igor van Hoegee

Founder & Chief Relocation Officer
Former EU policy advisor who made the leap from Brussels to Melbourne in 2023. After navigating the complex world of Australian visas, Melbourne neighborhoods, and professional transitions, Sicco founded International Moving Guides to help other professionals avoid the pitfalls and confusion he experienced. His background in European policy work gives her unique insight into bureaucratic processes, while her personal relocation experience ensures every guide reflects real-world challenges and solutions.

🎯 Our Mission

To provide the most comprehensive, accurate, and practical international relocation guides available, written by people who have personally made each journey. We believe that major life decisions like international moves should be based on real experience, not generic advice or marketing materials.

🌟 Our Vision

A world where international relocation is accessible, well-informed, and successful for everyone. We envision a global community of professionals who can move confidently between countries, armed with the knowledge and connections they need to thrive in their new homes.

What Drives Us

The principles that guide every guide we create and every service we provide
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Authenticity
Every guide is written by someone who has actually made that specific move. No generic advice, no theoretical knowledge - only real experience.
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Accuracy
We invest 50+ hours researching each guide, verify all information with official sources, and update content monthly to ensure currency.
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Transparency
We're honest about challenges, upfront about costs, and clear about our business model. No hidden agendas or sugar-coated realities.
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Specificity
Route-specific advice that addresses the unique challenges of each city-to-city move. No one-size-fits-all solutions.
Actionability
Every piece of content should help you take the next step. We provide checklists, timelines, and specific recommendations you can act on immediately.
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Community
Building connections between people making similar moves, creating networks that last long after the relocation is complete.

Meet Our Global Team

Our team consists of international professionals who have personally navigated major relocations. We combine firsthand experience with research expertise to create the most comprehensive guides available.
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Sicco van Hoegee
Founder
relocator, visa specialist
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James R.
London-Sydney Guide Author
Financial services professional, post-Brexit relocation specialist
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Thomas K.
Berlin-Toronto Research Lead
Tech industry background, Canadian immigration expert, cold weather survivor
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Marie D.
Paris-NYC Content Specialist
International business consultant, US visa navigation expert
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Carlos V.
Madrid-Mexico City Guide Writer
Marketing professional, Latin America business culture specialist
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Anna W.
Amsterdam-Vancouver Researcher
Sustainable development background, Canadian Pacific lifestyle expert

Impact by the Numbers

500+
Professionals Assisted
Successfully completed international moves
15
Moving Routes
Comprehensive guides available
50+
Research Hours
Per guide creation
95%
User Satisfaction
Would recommend to others
12
Countries Covered
Destination expertise
24
Monthly Updates
Keeping content current

🤝 Our Partner Network

We work exclusively with verified, licensed international moving companies, immigration consultants, and relocation services. Our partners are selected based on their track record, professional credentials, and commitment to transparent pricing.

Quality Standards: All partners must maintain current licenses, insurance coverage, and positive customer reviews. We regularly audit our network and remove partners who don't meet our standards.

Transparency: We earn commission when you use our partner services, but this never affects our guide content or recommendations. Our advice remains independent and focused on your best interests.

Ready to Start Your International Move?

Join hundreds of professionals who have successfully navigated international relocations with our expert guidance and trusted partner network.

🌟 Join Our Mission

Have you made an international move that's not covered in our guides? We're always looking for experienced professionals to share their relocation stories and help others navigate similar journeys.

Contributing Authors Wanted: If you've successfully relocated between major international cities and want to help others, we'd love to hear from you. Contributors receive compensation for published guides plus ongoing royalties.