Community Blogs

Global, GLOBAL

• Mar 29

The Decision That Shaped Everything Before my first international move, I faced a choice: learn the local language or rely on English. I chose poorly-assuming E...

The Expat Collective

Madrid, Spain

• Mar 29

With its warm climate, vibrant culture, and sizable expat communities, Spain has long been an appealing place to retire. But what can you expect in terms of med...

Emily Johnson

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Mar 29

Expats can buy Dutch property without restrictions. Total costs: 5-7% above price + 10% deposit. €200K home = €212K total. Mortgage rates 4.31-5.04%, borrow 5x salary, 100% loan-to-value. Tax benefits make buying better than renting for 5+ year stays.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Mar 28

Why the Dutch Love Festivals The Netherlands is genuinely a festival-loving country. Each year brings an impressive array of celebrations, some cultural, some ...

Paris, France

• Mar 28

If you’re an expat settling into your new home, you’ll undeniably go through some rites of passage. Whether you’re setting up your Wi-Fi or buying furniture, so...

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Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 28

Most people can use their foreign driver’s license for the first 12 months when driving in Switzerland. This guide explains what you need to do to exchange your...

Ingrid

Pretoria, South Africa

• Mar 28

South Africa is an exciting and culturally diverse place to live, from its three bustling capital cities to its beautiful natural parks. Inflation has hit So...

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Mar 28

Dutch has several words with no English equivalent that reveal unique aspects of Dutch culture, from "gezellig" (coziness beyond cozy) to "uitwaaien" (clearing your head in the wind).

Tokyo, Japan

• Mar 28

Yes, Japan welcomes expats with 3 million foreign residents in 2026. Expect high-quality healthcare, excellent public transport, and unique cultural immersion opportunities. Average salary ¥4.61M ($32,600), Tokyo rent ¥95,000/month.

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Canberra, Australia

• Mar 28

This guide will cover Australia’s mobile banking ecosystem, including the available features, security measures, and how to get started. Table of contents Key ...

James O

Rome, Italy

• Mar 27

When you first arrive in Italy, you may be surprised to hear people around you not speaking Italian, but a local dialect, or even a different language. The Ital...

Marco R

Doha, Qatar

• Mar 27

If you’re moving to Qatar, perhaps you’re thinking about learning Arabic. Picking up this language might seem like a challenge at first, especially if you’re no...

Berlin, Germany

• Mar 27

German people may be most renowned for their efficiency, but there is so much more to the country than that. Made up of 16 distinct federal states (Länder), Ger...

David Miller

Vienna, Austria

• Mar 27

As a recent arrival in Austria, there are few better ways to understand your new home than by checking out which sports are popular with the locals. Whether you...

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Brussels, Belgium

• Mar 26

When it comes to relocating to the continent, the picturesque country of Belgium is undoubtedly one of Europe’s hidden gems. From the sweeping beaches of the Be...

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