Community Blogs

Rome, Italy

• Mar 1

Whether you live here or are just visiting, it is a good idea to take note of Italy’s holidays. Many of the country’s official 12 public holidays are tied to th...

Marco Rossi

2

Global, Global

• Mar 1

Britain’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) has implications for anyone traveling between the UK and any of the EU member states. It also impacts the si...

The Expat Collective

4

Rome, Italy

• Mar 1

With its majestic landscapes, vibrant culture, and unique customs, many internationals fall in love with Italy. The country offers a colorful way of life, from ...

Marco Rossi

7

Tokyo, Japan

• Feb 28

According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), a Japanese passport is the most sought-after in the world as of 2023. No wonder many expats living permanently in J...

Sarah Tanaka

3

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Feb 28

Working in Luxembourg is an attractive option for an increasing number of expats. However, before you start searching for your dream job in the Grand Dutchy, yo...

Thomas Weber

5

Bern, Switzerland

• Feb 28

In Switzerland, income tax is levied by federal government (30%), cantons (40%), and municipalities (30%) with progressive rates from 0-11.5% federally, varying by canton and location.

Ingrid Vogler

5

Rome, Italy

• Feb 28

For a relatively small country, Italy sure packs an array of climates, topographies, and cultures into its 20 regions. New arrivals to the country will disco...

Marco Rossi

7

Doha, Qatar

• Feb 28

Getting vaccinated in Qatar is a pretty straightforward procedure. And, although the county doesn’t have a mandatory vaccination schedule, vaccines are free ...

Ahmed Al-Rashid

3

Singapore, Singapore

• Feb 28

EUR accounts in Singapore are available from digital providers and banks including DBS, UOB, HSBC, and Standard Chartered for daily transactions, savings, and international payments.

Kevin Lim

6

Pretoria, South Africa

• Feb 27

Healthcare in South Africa can feel like choosing between two worlds. Public clinics offer affordability and open doors to everyone, but often at the price of l...

Rachel Ndlovu

11

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 27

Who Are the Dutch? Beyond the StereotypesAfter six years living in the Netherlands, I've moved past the stereotypes to genuinely understand Dutch people..

James Van Der Berg

6

Global, Global

• Feb 27

Oh, Valentine's Day: the annual day of hearts, roses, romance, chocolates, and maybe even wedding rings. At least, that's what we've come to know of it. But how...

The Expat Collective

1

Berlin, Germany

• Feb 27

There has been a move towards mobile and online banking across Europe as much of the population takes advantage of apps that enable users to do everything on th...

David Miller

5

Bangkok, Thailand

• Feb 27

Thailand's social security system covers sickness, unemployment, disability, maternity, and retirement for all legal workers. Expats employed by Thai companies are automatically enrolled under Section 33. This guide explains contribution rates, benefit amounts, and how to claim everything you're entitled to.

Lisa Thompson

10

Paris, France

• Feb 26

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a student in St. Etienne or a working parent in Perpignan, everyday life in a new country can be challenging. However, if you’r...

Olivia Martin

4