In daily life in Singapore, you’ll find it easy to get by speaking English. It’s the most widely spoken language in the Lion City and is commonly used in busine...
Tips & Guides 16 min
69 Feb 9
Whether you’re just moving to Luxembourg or you’ve been here a while, sending your child to preschool is a big step for both of you. Fortunately, there are plen...
Moving to a new place can be challenging, but living in the United Arab Emirates is about to get a whole lot easier. Whether you need food in a hurry or simply...
There are a few French diet and fitness rules the world could learn from France to stay slim and healthy. It doesn’t mean sweating it out at the gym seven days...
If you’re moving to the UAE, you probably wonder what immunizations are needed or recommended before the move, as well as how to get yourself and your children...
Luxembourg has one of the best healthcare systems in Europe. There are state-funded services available to all residents, including specialist and emergency t...
As an expat, you will find opening a bank account in Qatar relatively easy. The country’s high expat population means that local banks understand the needs of f...
One of the best things about Spain is its varied landscape and climate. It’s not just sun, sand, and sea. For example, you could cross arid deserts or cruise al...
Whether you’re a US citizen living in the UK, or a UK citizen or resident traveling to the US frequently, a USD account can be a handy tool to make cross curren...
Switzerland’s multilayered government is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. But whether you’re voting, following the news, or just wondering what is up wi...
UAE job recruitment takes ~35 days. CVs must include professional photo, use English, font 10-12, 2-3 pages. Dress formally: suits for corporate, modest clothing. Research company thoroughly before interviews.
French higher education is known for its top quality, ranking fifth best in the world in 2021. This is one of the main reasons why the country is among the t...
Whether or not you’re a resident in Portugal, you’ll need a tax number – or Número de Identificação Fiscal (NIF) – if you’re carrying out any official or leg...
Expat Life 9 min
69 Feb 7
Belgium expat life: 1.4M expats (13% population). High living standards, excellent healthcare, strong work-life balance. Brussels rent over 1,000/month. Top 10 global quality of life.
No federal income tax in UAE. Corporate tax 9% (profits over AED 375,000). VAT 5%. Property tax 5% in Dubai. 193 Double Taxation Agreements protect expats.
