What costs are included?
This is the cost of settling into life in the initial period, when the family has just arrived and has no local income yet:
- One-way plane ticket for the whole family
- Initial health/travel insurance
- Temporary accommodation and rental deposit
- Living expenses for the first 2–3 months
- Local travel (car rental / public transport)
- Initial setup: phone, essentials, opening a bank account, applying for an SSN/SIN
How much should be prepared?
There is no fixed figure — it depends on family size, destination city and local cost of living. M2W helps you build a budget table tailored to your destination for a realistic estimate.
Safety principle: keep a 2–3 month buffer
You should prepare enough budget to cover 2–3 months of living costs to stay secure while job-hunting and settling in. M2W advises a reasonable contingency level for each family.
What does M2W support at this stage?
Besides budget advice, M2W connects settlement services at the destination country so families get a "soft landing": airport pickup, finding housing, choosing schools for children, and integration guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much cash should I bring?
It depends on the destination country and customs declaration rules. M2W advises on the declaration threshold and how to prepare finances safely for your first day.
Does M2W arrange accommodation when you first arrive?
M2W connects settlement services (temporary accommodation, finding rental housing) at the destination. Accommodation costs are paid directly by you; M2W helps find a suitable option.
How long before you have income?
Varies greatly by industry, profile and local labour market. That's why a 2–3 month contingency budget is an important preparation step.
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Build a settlement budget by destination
Share your family details and intended destination — M2W consultants will help estimate initial settlement costs and suggest how to prepare.
