Paris, France France offers rich culture, excellent healthcare, and quality of life. Expect strong labor protections, 35-hour work weeks, extensive social benefits, and high taxes (up to 45%).
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Madrid, Spain Reading Hemingway, you’d think the national pastime in Spain is bullfighting. It’s not. It is football, and in a big way. In fact, to all you American tourists...
Primary schools in Germany: Guide for Expat Parents
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Berlin, Germany There are a variety of primary schools within the German education system that you can enroll your child in. For instance, you can choose from local state...
Dating in Austria: finding love as an expat
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Vienna, Austria Dating in Austria can be as direct as a waiter telling you your order was a terrible choice – no sugarcoating, no mind games. While many Austrians are looking...
Investing in Canada as an expat
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Ottawa, Canada Because the options available to you in Canada – and the costs, outlook and tax rules – might vary a lot from your home country, it’s important to educate...
Moscow, Russia Russian student visas require university invitation, passport photos, medical certificate, and HIV test. Processing takes 20-30 business days. Costs approximately $50-160 depending on nationality.
What is a work pass: work visas in Singapore
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Singapore, Singapore If you’re interested in working in Singapore and you’re not originally from there, you will likely have to obtain a work visa or pass. Having the proper...
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Over half of the families living in the Grand Duchy use some type of childcare after having a baby in Luxembourg. More than a third use a daycare crèche for...
Removals to Thailand: your relocation options
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Bangkok, Thailand So, you’ve sorted your Thai visa and found a great place to rent for the first few months of your stay. Now, your big move is looming, and it’s time to arrange...
Bern, Switzerland This guide breaks down what you need to know if you’re self-employed in Switzerland, from income tax rates and registration requirements to deductions, VAT and...
How to open a bank account in Japan in 2026
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Tokyo, Japan Your move to Japan will be truly complete when you get a Japanese bank account (銀行口座) so you can enjoy paying your rent, bills, and other expenses. Luckily,...
Best Business Bank Accounts in Portugal 2026
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Lisbon, Portugal Top Portuguese business banks: Millennium BCP (€6/month), Santander (€8/month), ActivoBank (€5/month, digital). Non-residents can open accounts but need Portuguese tax number (NIF).
Where to live in Antwerp: Best Neighborhoods for Expats
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Brussels, Belgium If you want a change of scenery, Antwerp (Dutch: Antwerpen, French: Anvers) ranks first on any alphabetical list of large cities in Belgium. And why not? This...
Understanding Pensions in Italy: Guide for Expats
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Rome, Italy If you’ve been working in Italy and are heading towards retirement, you’ll likely be considering how to access your pension. Unfortunately, Italy’s pension...
Corporate tax in Spain: Business Guide for Expats
Tips & Guides Madrid, Spain If you are thinking about starting a business in Spain, you will need to understand how the local tax system works. This will help you with everything from...
