Community Blogs

Europe

• Jun 19

Flirting is a universal human behavior, yet the rules and expectations vary dramatically across Europe. Whether you're seeking a romantic connection or...

The Expat Collective

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Rome, Italy

• Jun 19

The Italian roads can feel daunting, even for the most experienced drivers. Luckily, learning how to drive and getting a permit is relatively...

Marco Rossi

23

Rome, Italy

• Jun 19

With its thriving cities, historic architecture, and beautiful landscapes, Italy is a popular place for expats to put down roots and purchase real estate. Ho...

Marco Rossi

20

Vienna, Austria

• Jun 19

Are you hoping to work in Austria? You might need a visa and work permit. Different requirements apply depending on your nationality, employment status,...

Emma Fischer

21

Brussels, Belgium

• Jun 19

Oud-Rekem, near Lanaken in Limburg won the 2009 Prettiest Village in Flanders accolade. A good starting point for your visit is the church of Sint Pieter’s....

Sophie Van Den Berg

26

Tokyo, Japan

• Jun 19

Japan is an incredibly plugged-in country. Smartphones are used for cashless payments, making dinner reservations, learning Japanese, and navigating public...

Sarah Tanaka

25

Paris, France

• Jun 19

While driving in France isn’t that different from driving in the United States, Canada, or elsewhere in Europe, there are some specific traffic laws that...

Olivia Martin

26

Doha, Qatar

• Jun 18

From newborn screening campaigns to top-notch medical facilities to lactation clinics, having a baby in Qatar can often look and feel just like having one...

Ahmed Al-Rashid

20

Pretoria, South Africa

• Jun 18

South Africa (Zulu: Iningizimu Afrika, Xhosa: Mzantsi Afrika, Afrikaans: suid-Afrika) is a country of contrasts. The sub-tropical country boasts astonishing...

Rachel Ndlovu

25

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Jun 18

If you’re settling in Saudi Arabia with kids, you’re probably wondering how school works here. The good news? There are plenty of options. From local...

Fatima Hassan

25

Bern, Switzerland

• Jun 18

A GBP account helps you handle both without paying more than you should on currency conversions.

Ingrid Vogler

19

Canberra, Australia

• Jun 18

If you’re planning to purchase a property in Australia as a local resident, expat, or foreign investor, this guide is for you. We’ll look at the end to end...

James O'Connor

22

Berlin, Germany

• Jun 18

In Germany, all residents and companies must pay income tax on their worldwide earnings of the previous year (1 January to 31 December). The country also...

David Miller

22

London, United Kingdom

• Jun 17

As any expat will attest, knowing where to buy certain goods in your new home can be challenging. Our guide to UK supermarkets can help you find food. But...

Priya Sharma

25

Madrid, Spain

• Jun 17

Selling a home can be one of life’s biggest financial decisions that can often feel complex, stressful, and overwhelming, with many hidden costs and legal...

Emily Johnson

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