How dangerous is to move to another country without knowing anybody there?

Ok guys, so I want to move out of the country, but my parents keep telling me I shouldn't because of all bad things that will happend to me if I go there. They heared some stories about some people and now telling me that they don't agree me to leave this country. So what is your idea? Is it dangerous to move to another country on your own?

Which country? Do you know people there? Do you speak the language? There is much more investigation needs to be done in order to determine if it will be dangerous for you or not.

well as i mentioned, I don't know people there, but i speak the language(english). Countries like Canada, Australia, Belgium(i still have to study a bit of french but will soon be fluent in it), Frace.

OK all you need to do is some research but i believe you can suicide anywhere if you are a friendly and not proud person because it will really be easy if you are a simple person since you can always ask for directions dear.

Not to discourage or anything, I guess I'm just curious why you want to move to where you have no friends or family?

Yes! It is dangerous, and here is why..... You are a woman, a young woman moving to another country alone. There are perverted men and bull dykes that will seek to take advantage of you, sexually and financially. Please listen to your parents!! You will regret it.

Men will see you as prey, dont do it friend. You could also fall in with the wrong crowd and go all apostate...

Pick a city, read some newsapers online. Try to get a friend in the city first. A job is good idea too. The countries you mention are safe if you know where not to go. All have crime sections and hidden dangers.

Hi aris, If moving to a foreign land is God's perfect will for your life then you need to pray, pray, pray and ask your parents for their approval and support for you to begin to do the research such as you are doing right now. It is a long and difficult process to immigrate to a foreign country and their are many, many requirements to meet before you ever receive a "visa approval notice" - First and foremost seek God's will in this endeavor and of course your parents acceptance and approval.

zero in on your favorite country (mine happens to be Thailand) and then do as much research as you possibly can on that country - i.e; Cost of living, education, cultural differences, immigration laws, civil laws, crime statistics, etc. You can also visit ex-patriot forums on the internet such as this one are very helpful - www.expatforum.com/expats-living-australia - the forums can explain and answer many many questions you have about immigrating to a foreign land. Note that every country has different standards of immigration rules and regulations, I.e; Some countries require that you keep the equivalent of $20,000 US dollars in your foreign bank account at all times for security purposes.

Question - what type of "Visa" do you wish to apply for? You can look up the different types of visa's that you may want to apply for on the internet (research work), such as; a Work Visa, School Visa, Visitor Visa, (USA/travel.state.gov/visa) and also you can petition for a family member to emigrate to their country. Important advice - if you have a "Sponsor" in the country you have chosen they can improve your chances of "being approved" - Their are countless sad stories I could repeat to you of "Visa Denied" but that would defeat my purpose. Keep in mind also that their are "time lines" for various types of Visa's - you may have to wait a very long time for a visa approval, I know I did.

How dangerous is it to move to another country without knowing anybody there?
Yeah good question - I have read that you are actually very safe while you are in route to your destination, However when you arrive in country it would be much to your advantage to have already made friends and contacts that can help you to settle down in your new home. There is however some a dangerous element no matter which country you choose and the best protection against scams and bad people is education and avoidance, learn the facts. And most of all Aris seek the approval from your family and friends and enjoy the experience as you go along. It is difficult but not impossible to do.

So what is your idea? Is it dangerous to move to another country on your own?
Is it "dangerous?" - I don't believe it is according to the counties you have chosen above - but you will encounter many road blocks in your pursuit. Above all seek God's help through prayer from the beginning until your approval - and seek the love and support of your family and friends. Read about the true life accounts of our missionaries for Christ if you are concerned.
One of my favorite missionaries to India is Amy Carmichael - If you can, read; "A Chance to Die: The Life and Legacy of Amy Carmichael - written by: Elisabeth Elliot or any other books related to missions would be very helpful and give you a Godly perspective about living in a foreign land.

And Aris when you arrive in your new country tell the people about Jesus Christ and what He has done for you....

God bless you!

Paul

Thanks a lot for the informations above. I will need Visa just if i go to Australia or Canada, in EUrope i don't need any visa, that is why it would be best for me if i can move here. I have read about each of the countries i'd like to move in, but I will surely read more about them.
My parents wouldnt like me to move neither in anohter city, but they said that anyways its my choice but they wouldn't go if they were me. So it won't be the situation that I would run from home or something just because I want to move. I can make friends in another countries but, only on the internet, so I don't think that I could really rely on people I don't know in reality. Yes they might help but maybe they wont.
Thanks a lot for the book suggestion, I will surely look to read it.
Thanks again for all this informations.
God bless you.

There are dangers in stepping outside our current home into the street but we dont shut ourselves away inside do we.
From your opening post, your parents seem adamant that something bad will definately happen to you without weighing up the good or the potential benefits of you going abroad. If we all took this approach then nobody would ever travel outside of their country or go on holidays abroad. It also depends on where you intend to go and whether you have good/ reliable friends/contacts in that country. If you do have good contacts (along with good language skills) then it reduces the chances of anything bad happening to you; and it would help put your parents mind at rest. If you dont have any good/reliable contacts then you're increasing the chances of harm coming your way.

I want to move because, in order to build a house or have something here i have to work 2 times as much as i would if i go for example in Belgium. It would take me something like 10years to have the money to build a house, if working here, and trust me I am a fortunate case. But the same house with the money I get in another country it would take me 3 years maximum 4. That is one of the reasons I have much more, more personal.

Your welcome aris, I understand you have freedoms to move within Europe and including British counties. You are very wise to be careful of internet promises from people you really do not know. The fear your mother and father have for you is that people with bad intentions could lead you astray. Do an internet search for a Christian exchange program or check with your Church near home. Use only reliable resources and always do the smart girl thing - be wise and get understanding! And search the different immigration forums because there are many people who will tell you about their personal experience.

God bless!

I think your parents would seriously miss you and of course want only the best for you. They want you to stay.

I don't think that just because a single female moves to a different country all sorts of bad things WILL happen. That kind of thinking doesn't make sense. Be smart about all that you do regarding this decision. You need to figure out the safe places to move, do as much research as you can, find a safe place in a safe city to live in and make safe choices once you are there. Maybe find a good job there before you move. I have 2 single female friends who made big moves like this and they thrived.

well firstly, you cant move to another country unless you do know someone in that other country, whether it's friends or even a member of family, and a job. So it would be impossible to move unless you do know someone. That's why many people like to scam there way in other countries, by trying to get to know someone online, and try get them to pay for there ticket. and of course when they do managed to manipulate or con someone, they come over , and they the person who dumbly paid for the person, will never get to see them. however, if you are planning to move to another country, then it would be wise of you to scout around, what the country holds for you, what the people are like, and if there is a good prospect for work there for you. and this should of been the first thing, Seek God's will if he want's you to move.