New Job and Moving Abroad | Dillon Parfitt | Beyond Coding Podcast #4

Admin Hurdles

Navigating the administrative hurdles of moving abroad during a pandemic is no small feat. Dillon Parfitt highlights the complexities of obtaining visas and necessary documentation, which often involves a labyrinth of bureaucratic processes 1. He mentions the importance of planning ahead, especially when dealing with government departments that can be slow to process essential documents 2. Patrick Akil adds that the process of moving to the Netherlands required careful coordination, including securing a job and arranging for his wife's visa, which was perfectly timed with her university start date 3.

   

Emotional Adjustments

Adjusting emotionally to a new country and culture presents its own set of challenges. Dillon Parfitt describes the stress and excitement of adapting to life in the Netherlands, including navigating the postal system and learning Dutch 4. He shares how technology has eased the difficulty of being away from loved ones, allowing for frequent video calls with family and friends back in South Africa 5. Despite the challenges, Patrick Akil finds the experience rewarding, noting that the timing of the move was ideal and aligned with his long-term dreams 6.