Expat Advice Page

Below you will find a wealth of advice for those who are interested in becoming an expatriate as well as those who are already expatriates. Relocating to a new country, while exciting, can be overwhelming, especially when preparing to disembark. We have compiled advice including tips and reminders to ensure you have as smooth a transition as possible to your destination, so have a look at our hub of advice which includes everything from a cities guide to information on how best to support your family during the relocation process.

Remember, Expat Financial is available to answer any questions you may have on obtaining international medical coverage–a must if you are becoming an expatriate. You can also obtain a quote quickly and easily. Contact us for further information.

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One common question we come across is, “what is an expat?”

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If you have always wanted to work abroad, there are several things you can do formulate an international job search that works for you.

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An assortment of resources that will help the expatriate and even the average local citizen…
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It is important to prioritize your list of needs and decide whether the job or the country is more important. Learn more about working abroad.

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Retiring abroad is becoming increasingly popular and the prospect of retiring in a new country can be extremely exciting for many people.

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An international health insurance plan can provide superior coverage for you and your family that will cover you both locally and globally.

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You should also plan and prepare for settling in and the things that will happen once you get to your new country.

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You should also plan and prepare for settling in and the things that will happen once you get to your new country.

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How you can make your new living accommodation feel like home and what steps you can take to help you to make new friends and establish a social network.

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Relocating to a new country, whilst exciting, can also be very challenging and you should never underestimate the impact that it can have on your partner.

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When there are children involved the pressure related to making a success of your new life abroad can be even greater…

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Although every country is different, this guide brings together a set of tips and advice to help expats everywhere live healthier and happier lives abroad.

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We have created an essential and helpful expat city guide – Expat Financial for expatriates thinking of moving abroad or already relocated.  Read more

Expat Financial offers brokerage services for Canadian and many international companies with operations outside of North America which require international group insurance & pension benefits for their expatriate, third-country nationals and key local nationals.

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Discover more about the numerous international insurance partners that Expat Financial can offer individual expats and their employers.

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Due to the fact that the standards of medical care differ significantly between counties, you and your family will need to obtain adequate insurance protection for both emergencies and routine medical costs.

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Moving abroad for work, play or retirement is a major life changing event for expatriates, especially those with families. The best way to make sure that you have completed everything in preparation of your departure is to make a list so you don’t overlook any important details.

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A comprehensive list of global relational companies for individual expatriates and expat employers who are sending employees overseas.

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If you are are an expatriate or planning to move abroad, you need to make preparations for any pets that you may bring on your overseas assignment, offshore retirement or extended travels abroad.

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If you are are an expatriate or planning to move abroad, you will need assistance in currency conversion and knowing what the current exchange rates are for the various currencies you will be using. That is why we have a simple to use currency conversion tool from OFX.

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Finding adequate medical care while abroad is crucial during an emergency. We have created a list of hospitals by country to facilitate your search in finding appropriate medical care while abroad. Read more