Expat interviews

Britanny in Daejeon:
South Korea
Britanny in Daejeon: "South Korea is a very homogenous country"
Britanny, ESL teacher, has lived in South Korea for a year and a half. She chose to come back after her studies for her love for the country's people, food and language. Living in South Korea, for her, is a fantastic adventure...
Miguel:
China
Miguel: "I was surprised by how safe it is in Beijing"
Miguel grew up in Florida. He settled in China in 2010, after graduating from college and moved to Beijing last year to work for a software company.
Jameela in Zawia:
Libya
Jameela in Zawia: "Libya is about taking a risk but it is totally worth it"
Born in France, Jameela has lived in the UK for ten years before moving to Libya. She now lives with her husband and two children in Zawia, where she works as an English teacher in university.
Dino in Crete:
Greece
Dino in Crete: " I don't think you can get any closer to paradise on earth"
Dino grew up between South Africa and Greece, as his parents were from both countries. He has been travelling up and down between the two countries before finally settling down in Crete. He shares with us his life in the region...
Mark:
China
Mark: "Xiamen is one of the best places to live in China"
British expat, Mark settled in 2010 in Xiamen, China, to manage the local branch office of his UK based company. He shares with us how he adapted to the country and to the Chinese business culture...
Katie in Bermuda:
Bermuda
Katie in Bermuda: "not sure anyone would want to go home"
Katie is a British retired doctor. Last year, her husband was offered a job in Bermuda and they decided to move to the country for new adventures...
Allison in Valencia:
Spain
Allison in Valencia: "Spanish people are very welcoming"
Originally from Denver, Colorado, Allison lives in Valencia, Spain, after 2 years in Almeria, working as an English teacher.
Jeff:
Thailand
Jeff: "Phuket offers a gentle integration into Thai life"
Jeff left Los Angeles to move to Phuket with his girlfriend about 10 months ago in search for the life they wanted to live. They share with us their experience in the country, before flying to discover other parts of the world...
Aisha in Aga:
Egypt
Aisha in Aga: "Egyptians are very warm, friendly people"
American expat, Aisha left South Carolina to settle in Aga with her Egyptian husband. She blogs about her life in the country to introduce her oasis...
Sarah-Jane in Privlaka:
Croatia
Sarah-Jane in Privlaka: "Croatia isn't all beaches. There is so much more here than that"
Sarah-Jane was living a very typical Australian life when she decided to move to Privlaka, Croatia with her husband and son to rebuild a house they inherited and make it their home.
Beth in Hong Kong:
Hong Kong
Beth in Hong Kong: "I love the people and the culture"
Born and raised in Chicago, Beth moved to Hong Kong after graduating from university to get to know her fiancé's family. She is currently teaching English at a language center while doing freelance writing online.
Cherie:
Argentina
Cherie: "The tango of Buenos Aires is unique"
Originally from California, Cherie lived in France and Mexico before settling in Argentina in 2003. She now lives her passion for dance in Buenos Aires, giving tango classes and enjoying Argentinian way of life...
Sarah in Geneva:
Switzerland
Sarah in Geneva: "There is a high concentration of expats"
Australian expat, Sarah settled in Geneva with her husband 3 years ago to develop their careers. They are enjoying their life in Switzerland...
Usmani:
Saudi Arabia
Usmani: "Life in Riyadh is quite structured"
Usmani grew up and lived during 40 years in a metropolitan city of Pakistan. Invited to work for a university as a consultant for Quality Assurance in higher education, he left his home country to settle in Riyadh with his family...
Juliana: food lover, from Singapore to Macau
Macau
Juliana: food lover, from Singapore to Macau
Singaporean expat, Juliana has been living abroad for more than 9 years. Lifestyle writer and social media consultant, she settled in Macau by way of Treviso Italy, Beijing and Hong Kong.
Jay in Karlsruhe:
Germany
Jay in Karlsruhe: "this is a small city and it is indeed charming"
Jay is originally from Richmond, Virginia. After living and working in three other countries, he has finally settled in Karlsruhe, Germany, where he works as an imbedded Business-English trainer for a multi-national corporation.
Ken in Indonesia:
Indonesia
Ken in Indonesia: "the people here are very friendly"
American journalist, Ken left the US in 2010 to travel the world. He lived in Costa Rica, Croatia and Sicily before settling in Batam, Indonesia.
Regina in Cuenca:
Ecuador
Regina in Cuenca: "I enjoy the weather and the green spaces"
Born in Chicago, Regina lived in Mexico for 23 years before settling in Cuenca in June 2010 to retire. She enjoys her life in Ecuador, fancying especially the Latin culture...

Other Types

Preparing for childbirth as an expat
Everyday life
Preparing for childbirth as an expat
Giving birth is one of the most powerful and life-changing experiences a woman can have. Doing it abroad? That adds a whole new layer of emotion and complexity. From navigating childbirth in a foreign language to adjusting to unfamiliar medical practices and postnatal care, expat parents often find their resilience and adaptability pushed to the limit. So how can you prepare for this pivotal moment while living overseas — and what should you be aware of?
How to sponsor a family member abroad
Formalities
How to sponsor a family member abroad
Sponsoring a relative comes with many rules. Can your current status allow you to sponsor someone? Who are you actually allowed to sponsor? And what should you keep in mind before starting the process? Expat.com breaks it down for you.
What AI skills do you need for an international career?
Work
What AI skills do you need for an international career?
Whether we embrace it with excitement or cautiously, artificial intelligence (AI) has become inseparable from our current and future world. The latest World Economic Forum report makes that clear: AI is reshaping the job market. This shift is especially significant for expats aiming to build an international career. So, what skills are recruiters looking for?
Expat hotspots: Where to secure residency in Latin America today
Formalities
Expat hotspots: Where to secure residency in Latin America today
Latin America as a region has become one of the most popular hubs for expats, digital nomads, and international entrepreneurs. The escalating prices, the rising taxes, and stricter immigration laws in Europe and North America are forcing people to seek alternatives, and many are finding Latin America's relative affordability, vibrancy, and diversity an ideal combination. 
Where to move if you love nature and fresh air
Leisure
Where to move if you love nature and fresh air
Major urban centers continue to draw foreigners for a simple reason: they offer more jobs and housing. The global housing crisis hasn't changed that. Life in the city feels familiar and secure. But stepping away from crowded megacities can be just as comforting. It's a chance to enjoy fresh air and open space. Here are five ideal destinations where you can breathe deeply and live closer to nature.
US student visa restrictions: How they're redefining global education
USA
US student visa restrictions: How they're redefining global education
For thousands of international students, the end of the visa freeze offers only a partial win. Application reviews have resumed, but under far stricter conditions. The Trump administration remains resolute, even if it means putting more pressure on its relationship with the US academic community. Meanwhile, other countries are seizing the moment to attract international students. Could this mark the beginning of a shift in student mobility trends? And what lies ahead for exchange programs and global student mobility?