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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Luxembourg is one of the world’s largest financial centers, and personal banking in Luxembourg is not particularly difficult for expats, even if they have not...
Bern, Switzerland Nestled in the center of Switzerland, the captivating city of Bern is a popular option for expats relocating to the country. It effortlessly combines the...
Berlin, Germany Everyone has to pay taxes, whether you live in Germany or anywhere else. While salaried employees are liable for income tax, German business owners and...
Paris, France Wills in France can take several forms, from pen-and-paper versions to secretive letters only seen upon death. If you are a resident of or have assets i...
Singapore, Singapore When you move into a new home in Singapore, you’ll probably need to find utility providers. These supply electricity, gas, and water to your home. It ma...
International, Global The Gift and Challenge of House Guests Living abroad offers a unique gift: the opportunity to show friends and relatives your new life. Yet hosting house...
Bangkok, Thailand Given its sunny weather, vibrant culture, and overall affordability, Thailand is a very attractive retirement destination. Tens of thousands of expats from...
London, United Kingdom Whether you’re moving to Britain for the food or the weather, planning how to get your stuff to your new home is likely high on your to-do list. Air and sea...
Madrid, Spain Inheritance tax in Spain applies to everyone, residents and non-residents alike. Also called succession tax (impuesto de sucesiones y donaciones or ISD), the...
Rome, Italy Whether you are in Italy for work or travel, having internet and phone access is important for daily life. After you’ve set up your basic utilities in your new...
Brussels, Belgium If you’re moving to Belgium, you’ll probably want to brush up on the local language. However, that’s easier said than done in this cozy little country. Indeed,...
Global, Global Just like expatriation, repatriation has its psychological phases that are unexpected and daunting. Most notably, encountering reverse culture shock when...
Doha, Qatar The people in Qatar come from all walks of life, with over 88% of the population holding non-Qatari citizenship. A diverse community made up of locals, ...
Bern, Switzerland While the Swiss healthcare system is renowned for being one of the best in Europe, it’s also one of the most expensive. It may seem complicated at first with a...
Global, Global There are nearly 3 million Americans currently living outside the U.S. who are eligible to vote in federal elections. However, Americans who vote by absentee...
