Community Blogs

Brussels, Belgium

• May 16

Yes, Belgium offers expats a streamlined first-week experience with efficient services. New arrivals can complete essential tasks like registration, banking, and healthcare enrollment quickly in major cities.

Sophie Van Den Berg

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Berlin, Germany

• May 16

Yes, Germany has excellent universal healthcare. All residents must have either public or private health insurance from day one. The system provides comprehensive coverage with high-quality care and short wait times.

David Miller

26

Paris, France

• May 16

Yes, French cuisine offers numerous kid-friendly dishes. From chocolate-filled pain au chocolat to croque monsieur sandwiches, French food provides delicious options that appeal to children while introducing quality ingredients.

Olivia Martin

30

Singapore, Singapore

• May 15

Setting up internet, TV, and home phone in Singapore is straightforward with providers like Singtel, StarHub, and M1 offering competitive bundled packages. Singapore offers world-class fiber broadband speeds and diverse TV options.

Kevin Lim

29

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• May 15

It might come as a surprise but the EU’s second-smallest capital has a whole lot to offer. From magnificent castles to enchanting winding streets, the city...

Thomas Weber

31

Lisbon, Portugal

• May 15

Because the options available to you in Portugal – and the costs, outlook and tax rules – might vary a lot from your home country, it’s important to educate...

Maria Santos

30

Berlin, Germany

• May 15

Germany is an increasingly popular destination for expats from around the world. As Europe’s largest economy, there are a variety of job opportunities across...

David Miller

32

London, United Kingdom

• May 15

The United Kingdom has long since been a popular destination for expats looking for new beginnings. Its capital, London, is a truly global city with a wide...

Priya Sharma

36

Vienna, Austria

• May 15

Austria offers exceptional quality of life combining Alpine landscapes, rich culture, and robust social systems. Vienna ranks among the world's most liveable cities with excellent healthcare, education, and public services.

Emma Fischer

28

Global, GLOBAL

• May 15

New York is repeatedly ranked as the most expensive city in the world. So where could you go to make your euro, rupee, or dinar go further? Moving abroad...

The Expat Collective

31

Ottawa, Canada

• May 15

Yes, Americans can buy property in Canada, but the 2023 Prohibition Act restricts most purchases until 2027. Exceptions include recreational properties, rural areas, and buyers with work permits or permanent residency.

Nathan Hargrove

40

Madrid, Spain

• May 14

While Madrid competes for attention against Barcelona‘s trendy lifestyle and Spain’s sunny southern beaches, it would be a shame to miss the Spanish...

Emily Johnson

33

Rome, Italy

• May 14

Italy's climate varies from Alpine conditions in the north to Mediterranean warmth in the south. Northern regions have cold, snowy winters; southern areas enjoy hot summers (30-35°C) and mild winters year-round.

Marco Rossi

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Berlin, Germany

• May 14

Yes, children's healthcare is free in Germany through statutory health insurance. Kids are covered under parents' policies at no extra cost until age 18 (or 25 if students), including check-ups, vaccinations, and treatments.

David Miller

27

Bern, Switzerland

• May 14

There are few things that define a country’s culture better than its traditions and customs around eating. And like all social etiquette in Switzerland, the...

Ingrid Vogler

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