International Students Moving to London: The Stress-Free Checklist

Published 2024-01-20 · Students · By DIFF_RENT Team

Visas, packing, and housing — everything international students need to know before arriving in London.

Your London Arrival Guide

Moving abroad can be overwhelming — but it doesn't have to be.

Here's your step-by-step guide to arriving in London ready and relaxed.

Before You Fly

• Check visa and passport dates
• Bring universal adapters, banking info, and insurance
• Pack smart — your DIFF_RENT studio already has furniture, bedding, and Wi-Fi
• Download essential apps: Citymapper, WhatsApp, Revolut

Arrival Day

• Concierge welcomes you and shows you around
• Wi-Fi and utilities already active
• Need groceries or a SIM card? St Ann's Mall is a 3-minute walk

Settle Into Study Mode

Quiet library, co-working zones, free coffee, and reliable internet — all designed for success.

Create a study routine that works for you using our various spaces throughout the building.

Build a Global Community

Meet residents from around the world — swap stories, study together, explore the city.

DIFF_RENT's international community means you'll find people who understand the challenges of studying abroad and can offer advice, friendship, and support.