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Amsterdam, Netherlands After six years in the Netherlands, I've learned that the 30% ruling is one of the most significant financial advantages available to expats. As a foreign professional hired to work here, if you meet certain criteria, your employer can pay up to 30% of your salary as a tax-free allowance for up to 60 months (five years).
Lisbon, Portugal It is a good idea for expats relocating or retiring in Portugal to understand how to draw up a will. This helpful guide provides all the information you need an...
Singapore, Singapore In daily life in Singapore, you’ll find it easy to get by speaking English. It’s the most widely spoken language in the Lion City and is commonly used in busine...
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Playa del Carmen, Mexico Top Mexico buying mistakes: ignoring restricted zone rules, skipping attorneys, not verifying title, underestimating 5-8% closing costs. Never buy ejido land.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates If you’re moving to the UAE, you probably wonder what immunizations are needed or recommended before the move, as well as how to get yourself and your children...
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Luxembourg has one of the best healthcare systems in Europe. There are state-funded services available to all residents, including specialist and emergency t...
Thomas W Playa del Carmen, Mexico Best Playa del Carmen investment neighborhoods: Centro for vacation rentals (70-80% occupancy, $200K-800K), Playacar luxury ($250K-$2M+), Gonzalo Guerrero budget ($80K-300K).
Doha, Qatar As an expat, you will find opening a bank account in Qatar relatively easy. The country’s high expat population means that local banks understand the needs of f...
London, United Kingdom Whether you’re a US citizen living in the UK, or a UK citizen or resident traveling to the US frequently, a USD account can be a handy tool to make cross curren...
Priya Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates UAE job recruitment takes ~35 days. CVs must include professional photo, use English, font 10-12, 2-3 pages. Dress formally: suits for corporate, modest clothing. Research company thoroughly before interviews.
Paris, France French higher education is known for its top quality, ranking fifth best in the world in 2021. This is one of the main reasons why the country is among the t...
olivia Playa del Carmen, Mexico Playa del Carmen offers quality private healthcare at 30-60% lower costs than the US. Major facilities include Hospiten Riviera Maya, Costamed, Amerimed, and Hospital Joya. Verified English-speaking doctors include Dr. Luis Medina, Dr. Bernardo Diaz, and Dr. Eduardo Roviroso.
Brussels, Belgium Belgium expat life: 1.4M expats (13% population). High living standards, excellent healthcare, strong work-life balance. Brussels rent over 1,000/month. Top 10 global quality of life.
Sophie Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates No federal income tax in UAE. Corporate tax 9% (profits over AED 375,000). VAT 5%. Property tax 5% in Dubai. 193 Double Taxation Agreements protect expats.
Berlin, Germany Germany offers free state schools (Gymnasium, Realschule, Hauptschule, Gesamtschule) and private options. International schools cost 14,000-20,000 yearly. Abitur exam qualifies for university.
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