Austrian culture and social etiquette
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Vienna, Austria Every country has its own quirks and it can be useful to understand these as an expat
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Vienna, Austria Emma Fischer How to get your German driver’s license
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Berlin, Germany Strict rules apply when driving in Germany, and you’re not allowed to drive a car without supervision unless you are over 18 – even if you have a license in you...
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Trash and recycling in France
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Paris, France If you’re an expat settling into your new home, you’ll undeniably go through some rites of passage. Whether you’re setting up your Wi-Fi or buying furniture, so...
Bern, Switzerland Most people can use their foreign driver’s license for the first 12 months when driving in Switzerland. This guide explains what you need to do to exchange your...
German culture and social etiquette
Expat Life Berlin, Germany German people may be most renowned for their efficiency, but there is so much more to the country than that. Made up of 16 distinct federal states (Länder), Ger...
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Top must-have apps in Spain: Essential Guide
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Madrid, Spain Whether you’ve just arrived in Barcelona or you’re setting up a new life in Madrid, getting to grips with everyday life in Spain can be a challenge for expats. ...
Bern, Switzerland As an expat living in Switzerland, you’ll know just how important it is to keep in touch with your friends and family in your new home and elsewhere. Luckily, S...
Trash and recycling in Italy
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Rome, Italy Italy uses color-coded recycling bins with strict sorting rules. Improper disposal fines: €25-500. Requires biodegradable bags for organic waste. Check local comune rules.
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Global, Global Living abroad affects children through transience, educational gaps, language barriers, and identity challenges. Benefits include adaptability, multilingualism, global perspectives.
Madrid, Spain Yes, foreigners can marry in Spain with proper paperwork. Average cost: €22,000. Timeline: 1-4 months. One partner needs Spanish citizenship or 2-year residency.
Paris, France Yes, pets are welcome in France with proper documentation: EU pet passport or health certificate, rabies vaccine, and microchip. No quarantine required if compliant.
Amsterdam, Netherlands The School Choice DilemmaOne question I hear repeatedly from newly arrived expat families is the same one I asked myself six years ago: should we put our childr...
Government and politics in South Africa
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Pretoria, South Africa South Africa is a melting pot of cultures and languages, and the political landscape is just as broad and diverse as the country and its population. Similar to ...
Top must-have Swiss apps: Essential Guide
Expat Life Bern, Switzerland Whether you’re getting to grips with Geneva or locating to Lugano, everyday life in Switzerland can be a challenge for new arrivals. However, luckily, there are...
Paris, France From the soaring mountains of the Alps and Pyrenees to the chic streets of Paris and everything in-between, France truly does have something for everyone. An...
