Community Blogs

Lisbon, Portugal

• Aug 11

With its azure blue waters, warm climate, and welcoming community, Portugal presents an incredible draw for working-age expats. However, as with most European...

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Aug 11

Learning how to drive can be difficult. But once you’ve got the hang of it, getting your driver’s license is easy as going from A to B. Here’s what you need ...

Thomas W

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Rome, Italy

• Aug 11

Italy is not a country to shy away from having fun and celebrating la dolce vita (the sweetness of life). After all, this is a country that houses the world’s...

Marco R

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Vienna, Austria

• Aug 11

With neighboring countries like Germany, Italy, and Switzerland strongly influencing Austrian cuisine, the country boasts a diverse melting pot of dishes. And...

viennalife

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Bern, Switzerland

• Aug 10

Becoming a permanent resident in Switzerland is generally more straightforward that applying for full Swiss citizenship. However, you’ll still have to fulfill...

Ingrid

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Berlin, Germany

• Aug 10

For parents who live and work in Germany, it is crucial to mark school holidays on the calendar to organize the necessary family activities or childcare...

David Miller

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Tokyo, Japan

• Aug 10

Japan boasts a highly effective healthcare system and is one of the world’s healthiest countries. Patient satisfaction rates are high across a wide array of...

tokyolife

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Brussels, Belgium

• Aug 10

As an expat, enrolling your child in preschool is a big step with a lot of considerations. In fact, just finding the best place for your little one can feel...

Sophie

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London, United Kingdom

• Aug 10

The simple answer to this common question asked by British expats is no. It is not essential to have a UK credit history in order to raise a UK mortgage. This...

Priya

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Paris, France

• Aug 9

There is so much to consider if you’re thinking of sending your child to a French boarding school. Will it be the right environment for them? How is the school...

olivia

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Worldwide, Global

• Aug 9

The Indoor Entertainment Challenge for Expat Parents Finding creative ways to keep children entertained at home is genuinely challenging for any parent. When...

The Expat Collective

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Doha, Qatar

• Aug 9

Many expats are drawn to the idea of working in Qatar. After all, with higher salaries and no personal tax, the financial incentives are extremely appealing....

Bangkok, Thailand

• Aug 9

Among Asia’s rich and varied cuisine, Thai food stands out for its decadent flavors and vibrant herbs and spices. The main flavors in Thai food are spicy,...

Global, Global

• Aug 9

With more people moving across borders and settling in different countries, the need for cross-border banking options has grown considerably. If you’re looking...

The Expat Collective

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Bern, Switzerland

• Aug 9

Surrounded by Italy, France, and Germany, it’s safe to say that the Swiss know a thing or two about good food. And what better way to get under the skin of the...

Ingrid

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