Community Blogs

Rome, Italy

• Aug 27

Yes, expats can freelance in Italy. EU citizens can start immediately; non-EU need self-employment visa. Here is the complete registration process, taxes, and visa requirements.

Marco R

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Madrid, Spain

• Aug 26

Spain’s universal healthcare system ensures all residents have access to quality medical care. Whether you need a general practitioner or a medical spec...

Emily Johnson

35

Bern, Switzerland

• Aug 26

Despite its compact size, Switzerland is a country full of surprising contrasts. From the palm tree-lined shores of the southern lakes to the quaint tow...

Ingrid

28

Global, Global

• Aug 26

Choosing to move abroad and live the life of an expatriate is certainly the road less traveled, especially for first-time expats. You can feel just like...

The Expat Collective

15

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Aug 26

If you are an expat in Saudi Arabia, chances are that you will want to send money back home at some point. Whether you want to send your salary back to ...

Fatima Hassan

39

Berlin, Germany

• Aug 25

Few places have a story to tell like Berlin. Although it has experienced ideological and physical divisions, like the Berlin Wall, today, it is a welcom...

David Miller

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Doha, Qatar

• Aug 25

If you are thinking about finding work in Qatar, there are a few things you should know. This guide explains how to navigate the job hunt in Qatar and w...

Vienna, Austria

• Aug 25

Although German and English are widely spoken in Austria, it’s still handy to learn a few phrases that are specific to the country. After all, this will help...

viennalife

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Singapore, Singapore

• Aug 25

Singapore‘s booming economy and high standard of living have made it a popular destination for global talent. But before you sign the dotted line, it’s ...

sglife

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Tokyo, Japan

• Aug 25

Thinking of buying a chic city apartment or a sleek townhouse in Japan? Unless you’re paying in cash, you’ll probably need a mortgage – and your residency st...

tokyolife

27

Tokyo, Japan

• Aug 25

If you move to Japan, you won’t have to worry about the quality of healthcare. The country’s affordable insurance-based system covers almost everyone, w...

tokyolife

35

Bern, Switzerland

• Aug 25

Whether you send your belongings by air, sea, or road, relocating to Switzerland doesn’t have to be stressful. There are many relocation options to ensu...

Ingrid

37

Madrid, Spain

• Aug 25

There is an opening scene taking place in Seville in Mission Impossible 2 (2000) that is hilarious for its many inaccuracies about Spain, Seville, and i...

Emily Johnson

37

London, United Kingdom

• Aug 24

Whether you’re a Canadian living in the UK, or a UK citizen or resident travelling to Canada frequently, a CAD account can be a handy tool to make cross...

Priya

24

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Aug 24

When considering finding a job abroad, you’ll want to weigh a country’s average salaries with its cost of living to make sure you can live comfortably. ...

Thomas W

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