Community Blogs

Canberra, Australia

• Jun 30

This guide touches on tax rates, registration requirements, deductions, and compliance obligations for Australian freelancers and sole traders to help you...

James O

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Doha, Qatar

• Jun 30

As a small country that attracts international families from all over the world, Qatar can feel familiar, foreign, and everything in between. And when it...

Paris, France

• Jun 30

France is undoubtedly one of Europe’s most beautiful countries. From the rugged peaks of the Alps and the Pyrenees to the sweeping beaches of the Atlantic co...

olivia

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Bangkok, Thailand

• Jun 30

When you visit Thailand as a tourist, you can get by with English, but when you’re living there, learning the Thai language will help you understand the...

Brussels, Belgium

• Jun 30

Moving to Belgium may seem like a daunting task, particularly when you want to take your belongings along. This quick read lays out the essentials regarding...

Sophie

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Madrid, Spain

• Jun 30

For expats in Spain, everyday expenses, from rent and utilities to groceries and transport, can quickly add up, especially when dealing with international...

Emily Johnson

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Ottawa, Canada

• Jun 29

Whether you’re a US citizen living in Canada, or a Canadian traveling to the US frequently, a USD account can be a handy tool to make cross currency...

Nathan H

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Vienna, Austria

• Jun 29

Whether you are moving to Austria to study or begin your dream job, you will need to be well versed in getting your qualifications recognized. Depending on...

viennalife

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Rome, Italy

• Jun 29

When moving to Italy, youâll want to know where to access medical care close to home, including the nearest hospitals and emergency rooms.

Marco R

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Pretoria, South Africa

• Jun 29

South Africa has become a popular relocation place for expats in recent years. 4.2 million international migrants moved to the country in 2019, more than...

Bern, Switzerland

• Jun 29

Moving to a new country can be confusing, especially if you’re not sure how long you’re staying. Maybe you’re going on a short-term work assignment, or...

Ingrid

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Lisbon, Portugal

• Jun 28

The job market in Portugal has improved slightly in recent years as the country recovers from an economic crisis. With the right research, it’s possible to...

Global, GLOBAL

• Jun 28

How to Manage Culture Shock: Navigate the emotional rollercoaster of cultural adjustment. Moving to a new country is exciting, but it often comes

The Expat Collective

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Tokyo, Japan

• Jun 28

Recycling (リサイクル) and trash disposal (ゴミ処理) are taken very seriously in Japan. As such, the country works hard to reduce the impact of its waste, and both...

tokyolife

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Berlin, Germany

• Jun 28

Let’s be honest: Germany’s best export comes in liquid form. While Germans will drink just about any alcohol-based concoction you put on their coaster,...

David Miller

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