Messages that work best mix excitement for the move with an open invitation: keep in touch, send photos, and visit when you’re back. A few practical or funny wishes about the new country help too.
How to write it
- Mention the destination if it’s public — it makes the message feel personal.
- Offer to visit, or ask them to look you up when they’re back.
- Keep time zones in mind if you promise to keep in touch.
Warm farewells
What an adventure! We’ll miss you here, but we can’t wait to hear all about life in Lisbon.
Moving countries takes real courage. Wishing you an easy move and a wonderful new chapter.
The team won’t be the same without you. Send photos, and come back to visit.
Wherever you go, you’ll make friends fast — you did here. Good luck!
Thank you for everything. Your new city is lucky to have you.
Keeping in touch
Time zones are no excuse — I expect a message every time you find a great café.
If you need a guest for the spare room, you know where to find me.
Let’s keep our Friday chats going, even if it’s your Saturday.
When you’re back for the holidays, the first coffee is on me.
Funny farewells
Good luck with the new language. Start with “coffee” and “sorry” — they cover most situations.
We’re told the weather there is better. We’re choosing not to believe it.
Please don’t come back with an accent we can’t understand.
Enjoy the new country! We’ll be here, pretending our weather is fine.
Moving abroad to avoid our meetings is a bold strategy. Respect.
Short messages
Bon voyage!
Safe travels and good luck!
Go have the adventure. We’ll miss you.
New country, same brilliant you.
What to avoid
- Questions about visas or money in the card.
- Jokes that stereotype the destination country.
Organising the whole card? Our farewell card guide covers timing and who to invite. For more ideas, read What to Write in a Farewell Card for a Coworker.