Community Blogs

Ottawa, Canada

• May 29

For many expats and internationals living in Canada, receiving money from abroad is part of everyday life. Salary payments, family support, or moving funds b...

Nathan Hargrove

26

Vienna, Austria

• May 29

Newly arrived women in Austria might have a lengthy to-do list upon arrival, including setting up home utilities, opening a bank account, and enrolling their...

Emma Fischer

25

Berlin, Germany

• May 26

It is important that expats fully understand the process and implications of getting a divorce in Germany. This may, for instance, affect their right to resi...

David Miller

38

Pretoria, South Africa

• May 25

Some expats who live and work in South Africa can claim a South African pension. As it depends on your income, many expats typically don’t qualify. This mean...

Rachel Ndlovu

24

Madrid, Spain

• May 22

When moving to Spain, you might be wondering what to expect regarding your personal freedoms, discrimination, and what to do if you experience a rights viola...

Emily Johnson

37

Madrid, Spain

• May 22

This guide will compare the best methods to receive money from abroad in Spain, focusing on safety, cost, and ease of use, to help expats and foreigners in S...

Emily Johnson

32

Bern, Switzerland

• May 21

Swiss house renovations can be financed via savings, loans (2-4% interest), mortgage refinancing, or cantonal subsidies covering up to 40% of energy-efficient upgrade costs.

Ingrid Vogler

26

Brussels, Belgium

• May 20

Foreign entrepreneurs can open Belgian business accounts with traditional banks (requiring BCE/KBO registration) or digital providers offering 40+ currencies and no monthly fees.

Sophie Van Den Berg

36

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• May 20

Luxembourg has a high percentage of its population using online and mobile banking. Most banks in Luxembourg now offer digital banking options and expats can ch

Thomas Weber

32

Berlin, Germany

• May 19

GBP accounts in Germany are available through digital banks like Wise, Revolut, and N26 Metal. These multi-currency accounts offer low-fee GBP holding and conversion, ideal for expats with UK financial connections.

David Miller

27

Paris, France

• May 19

The French are famous for their elaborate expressions which allow them to convey a range of emotions with lashings of creativity. So if you truly want to fit...

Olivia Martin

32

Brussels, Belgium

• May 19

Brussels offers furnished and serviced apartments for expats and short-term residents. Serviced apartments provide hotel-like amenities with cleaning and utilities included, while furnished apartments offer more independent living at lower costs.

Sophie Van Den Berg

26

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• May 19

Saudi Arabia has no universal minimum wage but offers tax-free salaries. Saudi nationals earn minimum SAR 4,000 monthly in private sector. Expat salaries vary widely by industry, with comprehensive benefit packages standard.

Fatima Hassan

44

Madrid, Spain

• May 19

Catalonia is a fiercely independent region in northeastern Spain with its own Catalan language, rich culture, and capital city Barcelona. The region features iconic Gaudí architecture, Dalí art, and ongoing political tensions over independence.

Emily Johnson

38

Washington, United States

• May 19

Saving money in the US as an expat requires maximizing employer benefits, using tax-advantaged accounts, and budgeting for high healthcare and housing costs. Strategic planning helps expats build wealth despite America's high cost of living.

Diego Esperanza

27