Community Blogs

Global, Global

• Jul 24

Living abroad is full of adventure – new places, new people, and often, a lively social scene. But when nights out become a routine way to cope with stress or...

The Expat Collective

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Tokyo, Japan

• Jul 24

Japan is a unique and beautiful country of contrasts, combining ultra-modernity with ancient tradition. With everything from neon-lit fast-paced cities to...

tokyolife

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Berlin, Germany

• Jul 24

Everyone living and working in Germany must have health insurance, and it’s essential to have the right coverage so you can avoid pricey medical bills. The...

David Miller

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Pretoria, South Africa

• Jul 24

BBBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) is South Africa's economic transformation policy. Companies earn scorecards (Level 1-8) affecting government contracts and corporate partnerships.

Washington, United States

• Jul 24

This means that new arrivals, expats and foreign residents need to know how to get modern banking solutions in the evolving US digital landscape. This guide...

Global, Global

• Jul 24

Gone are the days where it’s completely normal to speak only one language. Modern workplaces want more languages spoken in the office, and not just because...

The Expat Collective

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Paris, France

• Jul 24

If you’re moving to France and considering a mortgage, you might be wondering how to secure financing. Getting a French mortgage as an expat can feel complex...

olivia

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Lisbon, Portugal

• Jul 23

Learning how to navigate a country’s education system can be challenging for many expat parents. Depending on your child’s age, education in Portugal can...

Rome, Italy

• Jul 22

Fortunately, expats can access a wide range of fixed- and variable-rate mortgage options in Italy, with no legal restrictions on foreign borrowers. However,...

Marco R

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London, United Kingdom

• Jul 21

With more than 8. 6 million residents, London is a huge metropolis with residents from all over the world. As the hub for the UK’s economy, politics and...

Priya

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Singapore, Singapore

• Jul 21

Whether you’ve just arrived or have been in Singapore for years, you might be ready to stop renting and settle down more permanently. If you’re not buying a...

sglife

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Bangkok, Thailand

• Jul 21

If you find yourself in an emergency in Thailand, you can call 191 to ask for help, even if you don’t speak Thai. The country also has many 24-hour numbers...

Bern, Switzerland

• Jul 21

School breaks are the perfect time to have fun and quality time with your children. For parents, knowing these dates is crucial for planning holidays, family...

Ingrid

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Berlin, Germany

• Jul 20

If you’re looking to work in Germany‘s capital, you’ll find jobs in Berlin for highly-skilled workers alongside jobs in startups, services, and creative...

David Miller

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Paris, France

• Jul 20

For parents, school is important. For children, the days in between the schedule are a bigger deal. The French school holidays cover the usual seasonal and...

olivia

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