England is a small island in the Atlantic Ocean that has been a world power since the fall of the Roman Empire. Originally established by Germanic tribes long before the birth of Christ, this nation of Normans and Saxons used naval power and a hunger for world dominance to become one of the largest empires ever seen. International moving to England is done on a regular basis from virtually every country in the world. Many US citizens, due to family or business concerns, maintain dual citizenship with England.



Entry requirements for international moving to England are standard for a European nation. A passport and medical exam are required and visas are issued based on your status as a working resident or a visitor. Heathrow Airport is the most common landing site by air and is one of the busiest airports in the world. The capitol city is London, which is also a major seaport and a safe destination for your personal belongings if they are coming by ship.

In recent years, because of world instability and England's position as an ally to the United States, London has been the target of a number of terrorist attacks from Middle Eastern religious extremists. The city also has been disrupted in the past by bombings from the IRA and other groups who have issues with the British government. Because of this, international moving is strictly regulated and you can expect searches of your person and your belongings when you first arrive. You will also see armed troops at the airport and a heavy police presence around the docks. These precautions have all been taken for your safety so cooperate with officials and you will get through your international moving experience unscathed.

The local currency of England is the Pound Sterling and the national language is English. Currency conversion is available at all banks because international moving is so common and the use of American money is available in certain areas. If you are moving from the United States you will find that the English spoken in England is very different than that which you speak at home. The accents can be very difficult to understand at times but it is the same basic language with the main differences being in slang terms and colloquialisms.

For the best results and the easiest transition it is best to hire an experienced international moving company when relocating overseas. Personal items and furniture need to be packed properly for a long trip by sea or air and then inventoried for inspection by customs officials. There are taxes and fees that need to be paid which can be tallied for you by an international moving company and taken care of at the other end so you can pick up your belongings in a timely and stress-free manner. If you are moving to England from the United States you will find that the process is easier than moving into a country where the language and governmental system are more foreign, but you are still moving to another country. The best thing to do is find an international moving company with prior experience and let them do the work for you.