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Brussels, Belgium Foreign nationals who want to visit or join a close family member living in Belgium can do so using the family reunification procedure. This procedure can be us...
Sophie 
London, United Kingdom The UK remains a very popular place to look for work, especially in London – a booming national and international business hub. While competition can be intense...
Priya 
Global, Global Ask a soon-to-be expat what they’re going to do for work when they first arrive in their new country and at some point you’ll hear someone say the following: “I...
Bern, Switzerland Thinking of buying a lakeside chalet or a modern apartment in Zurich? Unless you’re purchasing it outright, you’ll likely need a mortgage – and in Switzerland, ...
Ingrid 
Amsterdam, Netherlands Why Dutch Words Are So Amusingly LiteralAfter six years here, I've concluded that Dutch people name everything exactly as they see it, consequences be damned. I...
Singapore, Singapore With a great standard of living, low taxes, and an excellent healthcare system, Singapore is an attractive destination for pensioners and retirees. But if you’r...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Moving to Saudi Arabia means adjusting to a new culture, climate, and – unsurprisingly – an entirely different approach to taxes. But while many expats expect c...
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Whether you are moving to Luxembourg for work or planning to start your own business there, familiarising yourself with the local business culture is vital if y...
Thomas W 
Madrid, Spain With its warm climate, vibrant culture, and sizable expat communities, Spain has long been an appealing place to retire. But what can you expect in terms of med...
Amsterdam, Netherlands Expats can buy Dutch property without restrictions. Total costs: 5-7% above price + 10% deposit. €200K home = €212K total. Mortgage rates 4.31-5.04%, borrow 5x salary, 100% loan-to-value. Tax benefits make buying better than renting for 5+ year stays.
Pretoria, South Africa South Africa is an exciting and culturally diverse place to live, from its three bustling capital cities to its beautiful natural parks. Inflation has hit So...
Amsterdam, Netherlands Dutch has several words with no English equivalent that reveal unique aspects of Dutch culture, from "gezellig" (coziness beyond cozy) to "uitwaaien" (clearing your head in the wind).
Canberra, Australia This guide will cover Australia’s mobile banking ecosystem, including the available features, security measures, and how to get started. Table of contents Key ...
James O 
Rome, Italy When you first arrive in Italy, you may be surprised to hear people around you not speaking Italian, but a local dialect, or even a different language. The Ital...
Marco R 
Doha, Qatar If you’re moving to Qatar, perhaps you’re thinking about learning Arabic. Picking up this language might seem like a challenge at first, especially if you’re no...
