Community Blogs

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Mar 4

The 30% Ruling: Netherlands' Secret Weapon for Attracting TalentOne reason I've considered staying in the Netherlands long-term is the 30% ruling. If you're ski...

James Van Der Berg

27

Global, Global

• Mar 4

Many British expatriates gravitate back home for various reasons. Moving back to the UK can be daunting; it is important to plan ahead to protect any wealth whi...

The Expat Collective

20

Doha, Qatar

• Mar 4

Whether you want to send money to family back home or transfer part of your salary into an overseas savings account, you will find that international money tran...

Ahmed Al-Rashid

28

Berlin, Germany

• Mar 4

Searching for work in Germany as an international can feel like a big step, especially if you’re limited to jobs for English speakers. However, with a degree or...

David Miller

28

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Mar 3

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is the richest country in the Middle East. Its cost of living – especially in the two largest cities, Jeddah and Riyadh – is c...

Fatima Hassan

34

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Mar 3

Understanding the Dutch Mental Healthcare SystemAfter six years in the Netherlands, I've learned that mental health support is available here, though the system...

James Van Der Berg

25

Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 3

Switzerland is one of Europe’s most popular countries for expats – and it’s easy to see why. The compact nation is not only stunningly beautiful, but those who ...

Ingrid Vogler

30

Paris, France

• Mar 2

From the cute and quirky to the romantic and even risqué, some French terms of endearment convert perfectly to English, such as mon ange which means “my angel”....

Olivia Martin

25

London, United Kingdom

• Mar 2

International schools in the UK are diverse and offer British and country-specific curriculums, religious-based, or alternative education. Furthermore, they pro...

Priya Sharma

27

Lisbon, Portugal

• Mar 2

Insurance is one of the main things to sort out when you move to a new country. Leaving valuable possessions and property open to risks such as theft or damage ...

Maria Santos

28

Lisbon, Portugal

• Mar 1

Portugal has an advanced banking system, with its main banks linked up to its national Multibanco system, enabling customers to perform a range of actions from ...

Maria Santos

29

Vienna, Austria

• Mar 1

As an expat, international schools in Austria provide a good choice for education. Furthermore, they offer many advantages over local state schools. They provid...

Emma Fischer

28

Global, Global

• Mar 1

New York is repeatedly ranked as the most expensive city in the world. So where could you go to make your euro – or rupee or dinar – go further? We took the agg...

The Expat Collective

23

Global, Global

• Mar 1

Britain’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) has implications for anyone traveling between the UK and any of the EU member states. It also impacts the si...

The Expat Collective

27

Rome, Italy

• Mar 1

With its majestic landscapes, vibrant culture, and unique customs, many internationals fall in love with Italy. The country offers a colorful way of life, from ...

Marco Rossi

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