Community Blogs

Lisbon, Portugal

• Apr 14

This guide explains the ins and outs of Portuguese inheritance tax, including what happens if you buy a property in Portugal

Bern, Switzerland

• Apr 14

Whether you’re living in Switzerland or just visiting, it’s important to note the dates of Switzerland’s public holidays (French: feiertagun, German: jour férié...

Ingrid

Washington, United States

• Apr 13

Whether you’re a Canadian living in the US, or a US citizen or resident traveling to Canada frequently, a CAD account can be a handy tool to make cross currency...

Global, Global

• Apr 13

Work visas and paperwork often overwhelm expats while planning a move abroad; this results in many expats leaving financial planning for later

The Expat Collective

Pretoria, South Africa

• Apr 13

The South African dating scene is full of energy and surprises, and no two experiences are the same

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 13

Understanding Dutch Rental LawAfter six years in the Netherlands, I've come to appreciate that Dutch rental law is heavily tenant-focused

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Apr 13

Moving to a new country can be difficult, especially when it’s your first week and you have to explore the local culture and cuisine alone

Thomas W

Singapore, Singapore

• Apr 12

Opening an AUD account in Singapore can be a smart plan for Australians living in Singapore, international students, business owners and frequent travelers

sglife

Doha, Qatar

• Apr 12

If you’re moving to Qatar, you’ll need to know how to access dental care

Brussels, Belgium

• Apr 12

Are you an eco-friendly expat living in Belgium? Discover 10 practical ways to make your new life more sustainable and green in your everyday Belgian routine.

Sophie

Tokyo, Japan

• Apr 12

If you’re considering moving to Japan (日本, Nihon/Nippon), reliable access to a variety of medical services is vital

tokyolife

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 12

Why Expats Should Care About Life InsuranceThis isn't a pleasant topic, but it's important

Global, GLOBAL

• Apr 11

Planning Your Successful Return Home Companies increasingly recognize that repatriation remains one of the most challenging aspects of relocation

The Expat Collective

Madrid, Spain

• Apr 11

It is commonly said that Spanish cuisine pleases the most demanding palates all over the world

Emily Johnson

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 11

Navigating Dutch Primary Education as an ExpatWhen I first arrived in the Netherlands six years ago, I was not a parent yet