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Repatriation
At the successful conclusion of an expatriate assignment, there should be a commitment to return the employee and family to their home country comparable to the household goods move of the original relocation. A repatriation can be challenging for an expatriate since they have been out of their home country for several years and may have lost contact with key decision makers affecting their next assignment. A home country mentor throughout the assignment can be an effective way to minimize the challenges of this transition.
Discussions for repatriation should begin at least 6 months prior to the end of the assignment and a good practice would be to start the discussion even before the employee leaves for their expatriate assignment. A formal career management process for assignees not only results in more successful assignment outcomes, but also better retention for expatriates returning to the home country. The international assignee’s knowledge, skills, and global experience are important for a multi-national company to retain.