Expat talent is valuable, expensive and critical to retain if your company is either expanding overseas or already employing people abroad. Almost all global rewards and global mobility managers and senior executives get this, but often, many multinationals don’t put the work and resources into implementation. Read more
Moving abroad for one year or more, you can consider yourself an expatriate, global citizen or global nomad. If you work remotely abroad, most will call you a digital nomad. What binds all these people abroad is the requirement to buy international healthcare coverage, as local plans are often not available, not sufficient and not suited for global citizens. Having comprehensive health coverage is crucial to protect yourself from unexpected medical expenses while living or working abroad. This is why you need to learn how to build your own international health insurance plan. Read more
As an employee of a company, you are entitled to numerous financial benefits and perks apart from various allowances. Expenses related to healthcare paid leaves or vacations, and children’s education are usually covered in your pay package as an expat worker. However, if you are feeling stuck or bogged down in your office or tired of the daily commuting for hours, you would need a solid plan to convince your employer to let you work abroad as a digital nomad. Read more
Many expats are planning or have already booked a trip home in Christmas. When heading back from an expat assignment, we need to get a list of things such as plane tickets, gifts, hotels, etc. However, many may forget one less obvious thing: international health insurance. Be aware of your options for health care insurance coverage while you are celebrating Christmas with your family this winter.
