Community Blogs

Bern, Switzerland

• Jun 29

Moving to a new country can be confusing, especially if you’re not sure how long you’re staying. Maybe you’re going on a short-term work assignment, or...

Ingrid Vogler

21

Lisbon, Portugal

• Jun 28

The job market in Portugal has improved slightly in recent years as the country recovers from an economic crisis. With the right research, it’s possible to...

Maria Santos

14

Tokyo, Japan

• Jun 28

Recycling (リサイクル) and trash disposal (ゴミ処理) are taken very seriously in Japan. As such, the country works hard to reduce the impact of its waste, and both...

Sarah Tanaka

24

Singapore, Singapore

• Jun 28

Singapore is well-known for its high-quality and efficient healthcare system. However, it’s important to understand the specifics. The combination of public...

Kevin Lim

20

Global, Global

• Jun 27

With an ever-growing number of professionals opting for a perpetually transient lifestyle, the desire to invest offshore is increasingly popular. No need to...

The Expat Collective

13

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Jun 27

Tired of working in a series of jobs just to bolster your CV? Then why not give self-employment a try? In Luxembourg, starting your own business is...

Thomas Weber

10

Washington, United States

• Jun 27

This guide provides a roadmap to selling property in the US, covering legal requirements, market insights, step-by-step processes, cost breakdowns, tax...

Diego Esperanza

14

London, United Kingdom

• Jun 27

This guide provides a roadmap to selling property in the UK, covering legal requirements, market insights, step-by-step processes, cost breakdowns, tax...

Priya Sharma

21

Brussels, Belgium

• Jun 27

Getting to know a country’s tax system means being aware of what you owe and when you need to pay it, so you’ll avoid any nasty surprises. And as an...

Sophie Van Den Berg

23

Bern, Switzerland

• Jun 26

If you want to join a relative for family reunification in Switzerland, different rules apply depending on whether you are an EU/EFTA or third-country...

Ingrid Vogler

24

Paris, France

• Jun 26

France is a relatively safe country. While it has a moderate crime rate, homicide rates are fluctuating, and violent crimes are on the rise. The country is...

Olivia Martin

18

Vienna, Austria

• Jun 26

Balancing your budget is important, no matter what country you call home. Therefore, it pays to do a little research on the short- and long-term costs...

Emma Fischer

28

Rome, Italy

• Jun 26

Finding a school for your children can be overwhelming, especially in a new country. Parents moving to Italy have a lot to consider, such as the location,...

Marco Rossi

19

Bangkok, Thailand

• Jun 25

Thailand’s Universal Healthcare Coverage Scheme (UCS – โครงการหลักประกันสุขภาพถ้วนหน้า) funds primary sexual and reproductive health, including maternity ser...

Lisa Thompson

18

Global, Global

• Jun 25

As any expat will tell you, moving abroad can be something of a rollercoaster ride. Meeting new friends from around the world. Trying exotic foods and flavor...

The Expat Collective

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