Community Blogs

Berlin, Germany

• Oct 22

For many, driving in Germany can be the ultimate experience after a Formula 1 track. With its top-notch safety rules, strict (but reasonable!) traffic violat...

David Miller

Lisbon, Portugal

• Oct 22

Getting married in Portugal can look very different depending on the type of ceremony you choose to have. For a long time, church weddings were the norm, how...

Doha, Qatar

• Oct 22

The international media has endlessly debated Qatar’s alcohol laws. Current regulations only allow residents to buy and consume alcohol with a permit, while ...

Tokyo, Japan

• Oct 22

Like any relocation, there are a few things to take care of when you first move to Japan, but one of the most important things on the list is setting up your...

tokyolife

London, United Kingdom

• Oct 22

If you are looking to settle down in the UK, you will be pleased to know that the country allows overseas residents that meet certain criteria to apply for p...

Priya

Vienna, Austria

• Oct 22

One of the first things you will need to arrange when moving to a new country is opening a local bank account. This will allow you to easily organize your fi...

viennalife

Tokyo, Japan

• Oct 22

If you have built a life in Japan and you want to upgrade your visa, you can apply for permanent residence after 10 years of legal residence. This status mea...

tokyolife

Global, GLOBAL

• Oct 22

Beyond the Glamorous Instagram Posts Like many first-time expats, you'll want more out of life than what you had at home. People often consider moving abroad...

The Expat Collective

Brussels, Belgium

• Oct 22

We all need to recharge our batteries from time to time, and what better way to do so than by pampering ourselves at a beautiful spa. With so many on offer, ...

Sophie

Bern, Switzerland

• Oct 21

Whether you’re a new driver or one of the country’s many cross-border workers, Switzerland’s geographic diversity can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. Ther...

Ingrid

Paris, France

• Oct 21

Is it time to take the leap and strike out on your own? Whether you’re already sure you want to switch to the self-employed life or are already your own boss...

olivia

London, United Kingdom

• Oct 21

Mobile banking in the UK hasn’t taken off in quite the same way as in some other European countries. It’s starting to catch on, though, with more customers m...

Priya

Vienna, Austria

• Oct 21

Austria’s healthcare system makes accessing doctors easy and efficient, whether you need a quick consultation or a specialist’s expertise. From choosing the ...

viennalife

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Oct 21

Sharia, or Islamic law, is strictly enforced in the Muslim country, and alcohol and drug offenses are considered crimes against God. This article looks at Sa...

Fatima Hassan

Canberra, Australia

• Oct 21

This guide will walk thorough how to receive money from overseas in Australia, focusing on safety, cost, and ease of use, to help expats and foreigners in Au...

James O