Salary FYI

Relocation Package

Employment

A set of benefits and payments provided by an employer to help a new or transferring employee move to a different city or country for work.

## Relocation Package

A relocation package covers the costs associated with moving for a new job. The scope varies from basic moving expense reimbursement to comprehensive international packages.

### Domestic Relocation (US)

| Component | Typical Value |
|-----------|---------------|
| Moving expenses | $5,000–$15,000 |
| Temporary housing | 30–90 days |
| House-hunting trip | Airfare + hotel |
| Lump-sum allowance | $5,000–$10,000 |
| Closing costs assistance | Sometimes |

### International Relocation

| Component | Typical Value |
|-----------|---------------|
| Visa/immigration support | Full sponsorship |
| International shipping | $10,000–$30,000 |
| Temporary housing | 60–180 days |
| Tax equalization | Company covers excess tax |
| Language training | For employee and family |
| Spousal career support | Job search assistance |

### Tax Treatment (US)

Since 2018 (TCJA), employer-paid moving expenses are taxable income (previously excludable). Many companies 'gross up' relocation payments to cover the tax impact.