Community Blogs

Vienna, Austria

• Apr 19

For expats, working in Austria means access to a stable and prosperous job market with opportunities across a range of industries. Known for its strong economy ...

viennalife

Madrid, Spain

• Apr 18

Barcelona’s best tourist attractions are world-famous, including the wondrous works of Gaudi, the stretches of long sunny beaches, an edgy nightlife and bar cul...

Emily Johnson

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Apr 18

Inheritance tax in Luxembourg is chiefly based on two things: the size of the estate and your relationship to the deceased. Inheriting assets across borders can...

Thomas W

Madrid, Spain

• Apr 18

The Spanish healthcare system is ranked among the best in the world. It offers (almost) universal healthcare throughout Spain and is mostly paid for by taxpa...

Emily Johnson

London, United Kingdom

• Apr 18

If you’re planning to buy a car or drive in the UK, you’ll need a valid driver’s license. If you already have a permit from the country you’re moving from, some...

Priya

Madrid, Spain

• Apr 18

If you’re moving to Spain, you might underestimate just how much the country’s climate can vary. Some parts have cloudy, wet summer days, while the opposite ...

Emily Johnson

Bangkok, Thailand

• Apr 18

If you’re moving to Thailand with a driving license, you’ll probably want to get a set of wheels to travel from A to B and explore some of the breathtaking s...

Paris, France

• Apr 18

There is a lot to consider when getting a divorce in France. For example, if you or your spouse is a French citizen or resident, France is likely where you’ll n...

olivia

Global, Global

• Apr 18

Breastfeeding attitudes vary globally: 89.3% believe it beats formula, ideal duration ranges 3-24 months by country, and public nursing comfort varies from 7% (Hungary) to 47% (China).

The Expat Collective

Singapore, Singapore

• Apr 17

Expats can buy private condos, executive condos over 10 years old, and Sentosa Cove landed property in Singapore. Permanent residents can purchase HDB flats after 3 years.

sglife

Tokyo, Japan

• Apr 17

When it comes to children’s healthcare, there’s a lot to think about. Checkups, vaccinations, and dentistry all play their role in every childhood. It’s also es...

tokyolife

Pretoria, South Africa

• Apr 17

South African cuisine blends indigenous, Dutch, French, and Asian influences into unique dishes like bobotie, boerewors, bunny chow, and potjiekos. Expect braais (BBQ), pap (maize porridge), Cape Malay curries, and world-class wines. 84% of population eats meat regularly.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 17

Why Intensive Dutch Learning Makes SenseLet us be honest: casual language classes meeting once weekly will not get you conversing with Dutch colleagues within m...

London, United Kingdom

• Apr 17

Festivals in the UK celebrate the country’s history, literature, and even its politics. People all over the country organize celebrations to honor all kinds ...

Priya

Berlin, Germany

• Apr 17

German cuisine is brimming with iconic dishes, but döner kebab reigns supreme. Discover how this Turkish meal became a quintessential German food in Berlin.

David Miller