This is where it really pays off to have made an exploratory trip in advance to see for yourself what is on offer and to consider which of your belongings you'd like to take with you. While it probably does not make sense to take all your belongings with you, you should investigate the cost of shipping, as it often makes financial sense to ship high quality items. You'll need to bear in mind that house sizes are likely to be different to where you currently live and that not all electrical appliances can be used here.
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Certain appliances, such as electrical clocks, will not work even with a transformer. Cordless telephones may not work, video formats may be different, and televisions that do work will still be of limited use, because broadcasting standards differ from country to country. When choosing a shipping company, make sure it is one with a good reputation. You should go through their written conditions in detail, including their loss and damage cover. You must insure your shipment and, as with selecting a shipping company, it is worth shopping around for the best value in insurance, though this is not always the least expensive.