Your Guide to the Golden Visa Program in Portugal – Information for Expatriates Portugal’s Golden Visa Program has been immensely popular since 2012 when it was first made available to non-EU/EFTA (European Free Trade Association) nationals. Applicants for this program who want to move to Portugal and make a certain amount of investment in the […]
Top Five Destinations for Expatriates in Thailand There is no doubt that Thailand has some of the world’s most sought-after destinations for vacationers as well as expats. The omnipresent welcoming ambiance and the low cost of living make Thailand the number 1 place to live abroad. Are you planning to settle in the bustling city […]
Planning to start a new life overseas? If you want to boost your income and travel at the same time, you’ll be happy to know South American countries and cities offer a wide range of jobs for expats. Based on your skills and qualifications, you can definitely find a decent jobs in South America to take care of your expenses. We have created a list of the top 7 careers for expats in South America that will aid you in your search abroad:
Countries all over the world offer a variety of appealing aspects that may drive expats to relocate there. In recent studies, 6 out of the ten most healthy countries to live in are in Europe. Factors for the study include life expectancy rates, tobacco use, and obesity rates. In no particular order, here are the top 10 healthiest and happiest countries to be an expat in 2020.
People need to be independent to succeed when living outside of their home countries. If an expat gets ill, they may have to rely on themselves to recover from medical conditions. As such, expats need to be extra careful when caring for their health. We have created a Thai expat guide to eating and living healthy for expatriates overseas. One of the ways expats can care for their health is by ensuring that they lead healthy lifestyles—especially important for those who plan to retire in Thailand, where maintaining good health can greatly enhance their quality of life and enjoyment of the country’s relaxed pace and natural beauty.
Our company is contacted almost every day by Canadians living in the USA or about to live in the United States who are not eligible for local healthcare. More often than not, it is the parent of a student living in the USA who is calling us to find a high-quality expat health plan for their Canadian son or daughter. They all know the cost of medical care in the USA is extremely expensive – some expenses can easily reach into the hundreds of thousands.
It has been recently reported that the Thai government is in the process of mandating mandatory medical health insurance for expatriates living in Thailand. The requirement is targeted for expatriates that are living in Thailand on a one-year non-immigrant visa, with an emphasis on those living in Thailand over the age of 60—many of whom choose to retire in Thailand for its welcoming culture and affordability.
When talking about cost-of-living overseas for expatriate employees, it is not just exchange rates of currency, cost of food or groceries, but also housing costs. According to a recent Forbes survey result, the five most expensive real estate markets are Hong Kong, Mumbai, Beijing, Shanghai, and London. In this article, we will discuss the five most costly cities for expats living abroad.
Many people can’t resist the appeal that China has to offer – the beautiful and diverse scenery, the local culture and is one of the main economic hubs of the world. There are so many fantastic career opportunities for expatriates in China where the economy is still growing at a fantastic rate. As an expatriate, it is not easy to resist the temptation to relocate to China – whether it be Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing or other major cities within.
You’ve taken the plunge and decided to move to a foreign land to pursue your dreams of living an expatriate life. Countless days have been spent trying to decide on the perfect new place to call home, and the decision has finally been made: Costa Rica.
There will surely be obstacles along the way; learning a new language, adapting to new cultures and customs, and developing new social networks. However, these obstacles are no match to the numerous benefits that will come from making the move.
