International Moves to India and Staying Safe

IntlMOVE helps many people make international moves to India.

There are many opportunities for qualified individuals to begin new careers in India.

IntlMOVE can make international moves easy by packing, shipping and delivering your household goods to India.

 If you continue to wear your Western clothes, you will be more likely to be targeted by pick pockets or beggars.

Notice what locals are wearing and try to adapt their way of dress to blend in better.

It is rare that you will encounter any sort of violent crime, but pick pockets are quite common.

A thief may take your unattended bag, use a sharp object to slit open a bag and empty its contents or simply take your wallet from your pocket in a crowded situation.

Here are some tips from IntlMOVE to make your international move an enjoyable and safe experience.

 In a lot of cases, you will want to trust your gut.

If something makes you uncomfortable, take extra precaution in the situation.

India is no different from any other place in the world because you just need to be aware of your surroundings.

Carry a money pouch, which can be worn around your neck or leg.

These pouches are more secure because they are hidden under your clothing and out of sight.

You can carry small amounts of rupees in your pocket or another place that is easily accessible.

However, just carry enough for your taxi ride or other small amounts that will not tempt a waiting thief.

Keep your pockets empty and keep your bags close to you at all times.

You can even take this a step further and use tiny locks to secure zippers on your bags.

Remember to keep the key in a secure place so you can open your bag later.

In most cases, you will find that people are honest, but you should always be on guard in unfamiliar situations.

When you make purchases, some people handling your cash might try to short change you.

If you are buying items, just count your change that you receive back from the clerk.

Count your cash before handing it over and insist on receiving the correct change.

Never get into a taxi if the driver is accompanied by another person.

When you take a taxi or receive any other type of service, make sure you agree on all payments in advance.

There are even some people who write down the agreed price on a piece of paper to get past any language barriers.

You will likely be approached by beggar at some point while living overseas.

Beggars are very common in India, and you might be approached quite often.

When you are approached by a beggar asking for money, you will want to ignore their behavior.

Any attention to beggars, positive or negative, will only encourage their behavior.

Sometimes children are beggars and it can be difficult to say no, but you risk the chance of being bombarded by more beggars if you are handing out money.

 Use common sense when interacting with people.

There will be some Indian locals who are generally interested in speaking with you about India or learning more about where you are from.

You should not trust strangers offering you assistance or services.

As mentioned earlier, India is generally safe, so using common sense will guide you through most situations.

Try not to travel to remote areas at night if possible.

Violent crimes are very rare, but they do happen from time to time.

Travel in well-lit areas and avoid exploring unfamiliar areas in the evening. 

 You will have to buy bottled water in most places in India, so make sure you are aware of any food items washed with water.

You will also want to ask for beverages with no ice.

You may need to take precaution when ordering some foods if you have any allergies or food sensitivities.

When you are ready to move to India, IntlMOVE can help you plan and execute all of your international shipping needs.