Bern, Switzerland Foreigners can marry in Switzerland with few restrictions. Same-sex marriage is legal since 2021. Civil ceremonies cost CHF 300-400. Average weddings cost CHF 30,000-40,000.
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Paris, France Can a foreigner buy a car in France, and if so, how? This guide covers all you need to know. Plus we’ll touch on how These services can help expats and resident...
How to get a Spanish driving license
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Madrid, Spain Getting your driver’s permit in Spain is very straightforward. You’ll need to know the rules of the road, pass a driving and medical test, and bada bing, you’re...
Paris, France If you’re an expat arriving in France, you’ll be pleased to know that you can easily stay connected in your new home. France has excellent 4G coverage and an...
The expat community in Zurich
Expat Life Bern, Switzerland Pristine Switzerland’s largest city is synonymous with financial services, insurance, and a great quality of life. Zurich has all the entertainment and cultural...
Crime and the justice system in Spain
Expat Life Madrid, Spain The good news is that Spain generally has a lower crime rate than most European countries. However, crime still occurs, so it’s worth knowing what to do when it...
Dating in Thailand: finding love as an expat
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Bangkok, Thailand Thailand has a unique and rich culture that differs from those found in many other parts of the world. While exciting, this can also make meeting other singles ...
Worldwide, Global The Reality of Dating Again as a Divorced ExpatDivorce is emotionally draining anywhere, but as an expat, the additional layer of distance from your support sys...
The pros and cons of living in Austria
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Vienna, Austria Home of the Alps, Mozart, and the Wiener Schnitzel, Austria has much to offer adventurous expats. But, like anywhere in the world, when considering a big move, ...
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Paris, France Whether you’re planning to have a baby in France or move to l’Hexagone with young children in tow, you’ll need a good grasp of the childcare system in your new ...
Canberra, Australia Can a foreigner buy a car in Australia, and if so, how? This guide covers all you need to know. Plus we’ll touch on how These services can help expats and resid...
Brussels, Belgium Moving to Belgium and wanting to drive a car? Then you’ll need to familiarize yourself with the country’s rules and requirements when it comes to taking a vehic...
Amsterdam, Netherlands If you are a green-minded expat in the Netherlands, you are probably wondering what you can do to make your new life abroad more sustainable. Thankfully, living...
Amsterdam, Netherlands Who Are the Dutch? Beyond the StereotypesAfter six years living in the Netherlands, I've moved past the stereotypes to genuinely understand Dutch people..
The dark truth about Valentine’s Day
Expat Life Global, Global Oh, Valentine's Day: the annual day of hearts, roses, romance, chocolates, and maybe even wedding rings. At least, that's what we've come to know of it. But how...
