Quick answer: state target city and timeline, clarify work authorization, and show one concrete reason you can start with low transition risk.
State relocation logistics early
Mention target city, planned move date, and whether relocation support is needed. Clarity removes avoidable hiring risk.
Confirm legal and operational readiness
If relevant, state work authorization and availability for interviews or trial collaboration before the move.
Show local commitment with proof
Add one concrete anchor: signed lease timeline, local network, partner relocation, or recent projects with teams in that market.
Prompt
Rewrite my cover letter for a relocation application. Include one sentence on target city and timeline, one sentence on work authorization and start readiness, and one sentence showing concrete local commitment. Keep tone confident and practical.