Community Blogs

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...

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

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”....

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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

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 ...

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 ...

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...

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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

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

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 R

Tokyo, Japan

• Feb 28

According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), a Japanese passport is the most sought-after in the world as of 2023. No wonder many expats living permanently in J...

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Feb 28

Working in Luxembourg is an attractive option for an increasing number of expats. However, before you start searching for your dream job in the Grand Dutchy, yo...

Thomas W

Bern, Switzerland

• Feb 28

In Switzerland, income tax is levied by federal government (30%), cantons (40%), and municipalities (30%) with progressive rates from 0-11.5% federally, varying by canton and location.

Ingrid

Doha, Qatar

• Feb 28

Getting vaccinated in Qatar is a pretty straightforward procedure. And, although the county doesn’t have a mandatory vaccination schedule, vaccines are free ...

Singapore, Singapore

• Feb 28

EUR accounts in Singapore are available from digital providers and banks including DBS, UOB, HSBC, and Standard Chartered for daily transactions, savings, and international payments.

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