Community Blogs

Madrid, Spain

• Apr 21

Childcare is a key concern for working parents around the world, and Spain is no exception. Luckily, there are several options available, and the prices are rel...

Emily Johnson

38

Brussels, Belgium

• Apr 20

Whether you’re just visiting or living in Belgium, it’s important to be aware of local Belgian laws so you don’t end up in jail or fined for unknowingly breakin...

Sophie Van Den Berg

28

Global, Global

• Apr 19

Moving to a new country, like life itself, is never without flaws. There’s bureaucracy to contend with, new laws, different customs, local languages, and cultur...

The Expat Collective

38

London, United Kingdom

• Apr 18

If you’re planning to buy a car or drive in the UK, you’ll need a valid driver’s license. If you already have a permit from the country you’re moving from, some...

Priya Sharma

38

Paris, France

• Apr 18

There is a lot to consider when getting a divorce in France. For example, if you or your spouse is a French citizen or resident, France is likely where you’ll n...

Olivia Martin

66

Bern, Switzerland

• Apr 17

If you plan to move to Switzerland, learning how its legal system works and knowing your rights as a resident is essential

Ingrid Vogler

44

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 16

My Introduction to Dutch Higher Education When I began researching Dutch universities for my master's degree, the system initially confused me

James Van Der Berg

28

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Apr 15

In some ways, organizing domestic utilities in Saudi Arabia is much the same as it is anywhere else

Fatima Hassan

40

Madrid, Spain

• Apr 15

If you’re relocating to Spain, you’ll be pleased to know that your new home definitely knows how to welcome new arrivals

Emily Johnson

32

Berlin, Germany

• Apr 14

One of the best parts about expat life that you won’t read in any guide book is just how adventurous grocery shopping becomes in your new home

David Miller

56

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 14

The Complexity and Logic of Dutch Secondary EducationDutch secondary education appears bewilderingly complicated at first glance

James Van Der Berg

33

Pretoria, South Africa

• Apr 13

The South African dating scene is full of energy and surprises, and no two experiences are the same

Rachel Ndlovu

25

Brussels, Belgium

• Apr 12

Are you an eco-friendly expat living in Belgium? Discover 10 practical ways to make your new life more sustainable and green in your everyday Belgian routine.

Sophie Van Den Berg

31

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 11

Navigating Dutch Primary Education as an ExpatWhen I first arrived in the Netherlands six years ago, I was not a parent yet

James Van Der Berg

32

Berlin, Germany

• Apr 11

Because I work from home, I don’t speak German as well as I would like to after two years here

David Miller

30