Community Blogs

Madrid, Spain

• Feb 1

Puerta del Sol is Madrid’s premier place to spend New Year’s Eve in Spain. Why? Because it’s the Spanish capital and it’s the scene nearly all Spaniards see on...

Emily Johnson

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London, United Kingdom

• Feb 1

International students can study in the UK at top universities like Oxford and Cambridge. Learn about visas, costs, scholarships, accommodation, and work rights.

Priya

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Jan 31

Luxembourg offers multilingual news through Luxembourg Times, Delano, RTL, and Luxemburger Wort. High press freedom rankings and constitutional protections ensure trustworthy media.

Thomas W

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Jan 31

Start a business in the UAE with 100% foreign ownership in Free Zones, zero tax benefits, and 5-10 year entrepreneur visas available to internationals.

Rome, Italy

• Jan 31

Moving to another country often entails endless planning, from buying a house or renting an apartment to opening a bank account. After moving to Italy, one o...

Marco R

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Global, Global

• Jan 31

Filing Belgian taxes from abroad can feel overwhelming for expats. This guide explains tax residency, rates, deductions, filing deadlines, and payment methods.

The Expat Collective

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Lisbon, Portugal

• Jan 31

Portugal offers English news through The Portugal News and Portugal Resident, plus online sources like Portugal Pulse. Portuguese speakers access Público, Expresso, and RTP with 58% trust ratings.

Doha, Qatar

• Jan 31

Qatar offers expats business opportunities in one of the fastest-growing economies. Understand wasta culture, 48-hour work weeks, and formal business etiquette with QNV2030 reforms.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Jan 30

The Dutch pension system ranks #1 globally with three pillars: state pension (1,270 euros monthly for singles), workplace pensions (90% coverage), and optional private schemes.

Vienna, Austria

• Jan 30

After five years of legal residence in Austria, you can apply for permanent residence costing €210, requiring financial self-sufficiency and B1 German language proficiency.

viennalife

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Jan 30

The Netherlands ranks 5th globally for retirement with excellent healthcare, pension systems providing 1,270 euros monthly for singles, and flexible visa options for EU and non-EU retirees.

Bern, Switzerland

• Jan 30

Switzerland implemented major reforms since 2019, removing preferential tax treatment for multinationals and tightening banking secrecy, though canton tax rates still vary from 17-30%.

Ingrid

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Rome, Italy

• Jan 30

Italy provides €50-€175 per child monthly through the Single and Universal Allowance, with higher amounts for multiple children, disabilities, and mothers under 21.

Marco R

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Jan 29

The UAE offers 4G/5G networks nationwide with two main operators (du and Etisalat). Getting a SIM card requires just your passport, with plans starting at AED 36 monthly.

Brussels, Belgium

• Jan 29

Belgium ranks 20th globally for safety with comprehensive legal protections. Understanding crime reporting, court systems, and your rights helps you navigate any legal situations.

Sophie

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