Community Blogs

Rome, Italy

• Apr 10

Living in Italy as an expat comes with both exciting opportunities and financial challenges

Marco R

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Bern, Switzerland

• Apr 10

Corporate tax in Switzerland is likely to apply to anyone who runs a company in the country, whether they’re setting up businesses as sole traders, limited comp...

Ingrid

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Paris, France

• Apr 10

The French have a more dirigiste approach to insurance than many new arrivals may be used to

olivia

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Bangkok, Thailand

• Apr 10

Acquiring Thai nationality as an international opens doors to nearly all the same benefits enjoyed by native Thai citizens

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 10

The Netherlands Takes Insurance SeriouslyAbout a quarter of the Netherlands is below sea level

London, United Kingdom

• Apr 10

This guide will compare the best methods to receive money from abroad in the UK, focusing on safety, cost, and ease of use, to help expats and foreigners in the...

Priya

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 9

Why Dutch Sexual Healthcare Matters for ExpatsThe Netherlands consistently ranks among world leaders in sexual and reproductive health outcomes

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 9

Understanding Dutch Attitudes Toward BorrowingOne of the most striking cultural observations I've made in six years living in the Netherlands is how fundamental...

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 9

Home insurance isn't legally mandatory in the Netherlands, but if you have a mortgage or possessions worth protecting, you should have it. Here's what you need to know.

Tokyo, Japan

• Apr 9

All residents living and working in Japan must contribute to the Japanese social security system (社会保障制度), which provides pension, healthcare, and employment...

tokyolife

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Lisbon, Portugal

• Apr 9

More than 260 million people speak Portuguese, making it the fourth most spoken language in the world

Global, Global

• Apr 9

It’s fine for the expatriate employees when moving abroad, right

The Expat Collective

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Paris, France

• Apr 9

While living in Paris might sound like a dream for many people, the reality of finding a home in the capital can be a challenge given the rising cost of rent an...

olivia

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 8

Building Wealth as an Expat in the NetherlandsWhen I first arrived in the Netherlands six years ago, I was surprised to discover how conservative most Dutch peo...

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 8

Understanding the Dutch Rental MarketAfter six years in the Netherlands, I've learned that renting is extremely common—42% of all housing units in the country a...