Community Blogs

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 3

Your complete guide to all taxes in the Netherlands, from income tax to property taxes and everything in between

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 2

Understand Dutch inheritance law, tax rates, exemptions, and strategies for planning your estate as an expat

London, United Kingdom

• Feb 2

If you want to study in the United Kingdom (UK), you might need to apply for a student visa. This is an immigration condition for undergraduate and postgraduate...

Priya

Brussels, Belgium

• Feb 2

As with living in any country, you will need to work out whether it’s better for you to rent in Belgium or buy a Belgian property outright. According to the lat...

Sophie

Singapore, Singapore

• Feb 2

Expats moving to Singapore have plenty to organize in their early days. However, along with all the excitement of getting to know your new country, you should p...

sglife

Bern, Switzerland

• Feb 2

Swiss business culture prioritizes punctuality, formality, and efficiency. Learn about hierarchy, etiquette, dress codes, and how to navigate professional life in Switzerland effectively.

Ingrid

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 1

A comprehensive guide to freelance tax obligations, deductions, registration, and strategies for self-employed workers

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 1

The Dutch tax system uses three boxes: Box 1 (income, 36.97-49.5%), Box 2 (shareholdings, 24.5-33%), and Box 3 (wealth, deemed return at 36%). File by May 1 via DigiD. The 30% ruling can save expats €10,000+ annually. Key deductions include mortgage interest and medical expenses.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 1

A practical overview of Dutch corporate tax rates, deductions, exemptions, and filing requirements for company owners

London, United Kingdom

• Feb 1

International students can study in the UK at top universities like Oxford and Cambridge. Learn about visas, costs, scholarships, accommodation, and work rights.

Priya

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Jan 31

Luxembourg offers multilingual news through Luxembourg Times, Delano, RTL, and Luxemburger Wort. High press freedom rankings and constitutional protections ensure trustworthy media.

Thomas W

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Jan 31

Start a business in the UAE with 100% foreign ownership in Free Zones, zero tax benefits, and 5-10 year entrepreneur visas available to internationals.

Global, Global

• Jan 31

Filing Belgian taxes from abroad can feel overwhelming for expats. This guide explains tax residency, rates, deductions, filing deadlines, and payment methods.

The Expat Collective

Lisbon, Portugal

• Jan 31

Portugal offers English news through The Portugal News and Portugal Resident, plus online sources like Portugal Pulse. Portuguese speakers access Público, Expresso, and RTP with 58% trust ratings.

Doha, Qatar

• Jan 31

Qatar offers expats business opportunities in one of the fastest-growing economies. Understand wasta culture, 48-hour work weeks, and formal business etiquette with QNV2030 reforms.