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The whole move,
in order.

By Nick · Europe Unlocked · Every figure sourced to an official body and dated.

Every step from "we're serious" to "we live here" — built around the 2026 rules, including the apply-from-inside process expats get, the 4-month insurance deadline, and the 185-day driving-licence clock. Your ticks are saved in this browser. Print it if paper is more your thing.

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Phase 1 · 9–12 months out

Decide with real numbers

Phase 2 · 3–9 months out

Build the paper foundation

Phase 3 · Arrival · first 4 months

Land and file — no consulate needed

Phase 4 · Months 4–12

Become a resident, properly

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