Community Blogs

Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 7

You may need a Switzerland student visa if you want to enroll in further or higher education in Switzerland. This guide explains the key aspects of this visa...

Ingrid

Berlin, Germany

• Mar 7

The German freelancer, or Freiberufler/Freiberuflerin, is a distinct type of worker. Not anyone can become one as it only applies to certain professions. Howeve...

David Miller

Singapore, Singapore

• Mar 6

Living a sustainable lifestyle is an increasing priority for people around the world. However, many will find that their home country is not as eco-conscious as...

sglife

Rome, Italy

• Mar 6

In Italy, the SSN offers mental health support ranging from therapy to psychiatric care, though the government allocates only a small percentage of healthcare f...

Marco R

Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 6

With its high standard of living, excellent healthcare, and low taxes, it’s no wonder so many expats retire in Switzerland. Non‑working foreign nationals can re...

Ingrid

Pretoria, South Africa

• Mar 6

When moving to a new country, it can be daunting to learn the local tongue, especially in a country like South Africa, with 12 national languages. But worry not...

Vienna, Austria

• Mar 5

Austria’s high quality of life, stable economy, and stunning alpine landscapes make it a tempting prospect for property buyers. While the overall market cooled ...

viennalife

Lisbon, Portugal

• Mar 5

CHF accounts are commonly used by people with financial ties to Switzerland or Liechtenstein, such as expats, cross-border workers, retirees, or anyone receivin...

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Mar 5

Luxembourg’s banks are world leaders in financial services, offering investment, multi-currency accounts, and offshore banking, what benefits can foreigners ge...

Thomas W

Brussels, Belgium

• Mar 5

If you’re living in Belgium and have acquired Belgian citizenship, you’ll need to apply for the mandatory national identity (ID) card. In addition to this, you ...

Sophie

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...

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

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...

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

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