Moving - Expat Magazine
Obtaining residency as an expat can sometimes be an arduous and time-consuming process. Often countries require long periods of residence, along with a range of other criteria that must be met before you can acquire a residency permit, even if you're ready to call your new country home. However, if you have a few $100,000 burning a hole in your pocket, or you are looking to invest in your latest destination anyway, you may want to consider the countries which allow foreign investment in property in addition to offering residency above a certain level of investment.
European Millennials seem to be keen on leaving their home country for another country within the continent in search of academic and professional experiences. Students and professionals between 18 and 28 convey an enthusiasm for learning new languages, living in different cultures, and, of course, gaining a better education or establishing an international career. Here, is an overview of the expat life in seven European countries as recorded by the Think Young think tank.
Europe is often a popular destination for students looking to broaden their horizons and study abroad. Not only is there high quality education on offer, but also the ability to travel reasonably cheaply and experience other cultures. In addition, many institutions outside of the UK offer courses in English, which continues to be one of the best languages for furthering your career internationally. In the 2017 report by Study.eu, countries were ranked according to quality of education (which made up over half of the score), cost, and life and career.
As an entrepreneur, you may want to expatriate for business or personal reasons, and whether you are taking your business with you, expanding your current operations, or looking to start from scratch in your new home, there are some steps you can take to ensure the most successful migration abroad.
Next Wednesday, the UK is getting started on its much anticipated and hotly debated divorce from the EU. Most recently, EU citizens in the UK have been left with their future up in the air, as a result of a failure to guarantee their rights in the British government's latest proposal regarding Brexit strategy. We at Expat.com found out what British expats living in the EU and expats living in the UK had to say.
Ever wondered how expensive it is to live in some of the most desirable European countries? Europe is home to a wealth of popular expat destinations for both EU citizens and those coming from further afield, but it can be hard to know just how much things like accommodation and transportation will cost. Below we present the average cost of living in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, Italy, and Spain.
Whether you are planning to move abroad and start a whole new life alone, or move with your family, we would like to congratulate you on your new beginning. However, moving abroad and everything that comes with it is not an easy fit to handle all by yourself.
If you had told me five years ago that come 2016, I would be permanently swapping the wet and windy streets of my hometown Manchester in the UK for the sunshine and everyday stunning sunset views in magical Mauritius, I probably would have laughed in your face. Yet here we are, and here I am — an official expatriate now living on this glorious island, right in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
What do Dublin, London, The Hague, Parma, and Galicia have in common? — Sorry, all being European cities, even though it is the right guess, doesn't count. Okay, we will save you the hustle — here it is, they all have good expat bloggers! Expat.com brings them to you to introduce you to the expat life in the city they have decided to make a home (for now).
Retiring abroad has become a trend, and it's not likely to go out of style anytime soon. Living costs, climate, quality of life, safety, accessible health care, and the need for adventure are only some of the reasons to retire abroad. Expat.com brings the best places to move and retire in 2017.
In a world that continues to deliver bad news day after day, it seems there is just no getting away from it. With violence on the streets, political upheaval around the world and societies growing seemingly more and more frustrated – and with no signs of any of this looking to cease any time soon – the question arises for those of us who want a more peaceful life for ourselves and for our families, just what can we do?
Switzerland
When Ashleigh met her lovely Swiss man, she didn't know what the future holds — a marriage, settlement in a new country, and a rewarding work life. Ashleigh and her husband are now living in Geneva, and as a first-time expat, she had a lot on her plate at the beginning. But almost two years after, the culture shock and feelings of loneliness have lightened, and Ashleigh enjoys the charms of Switzerland, plans a family, and can't be happier with her online projects.
If you are looking for the ideal country to move to, there are many factors you should consider, and one thing to remember: There's no perfect land. At the end of the day, you will have to be ready to give up some things in order to get others. But what are your priorities when choosing the right destination? Are you interested in a country that has career prospects, is family-friendly, has rich social life, is secure, or equally distributes wealth and power?
Mark Twain rightfully said that heaven was copied after Mauritius — its mountains, forests, infinite horizons, and underwater life are out of this world. But it's up to us to protect this (and every other) habitat, and to keep paradises around the world alive. Romina, a Mexican entrepreneur, saw in Mauritius more than luxurious resorts and short-term beach holidays — she saw an opportunity to raise awareness among Mauritius' visitors and residents for a conscious way of living and travelling. Romina shares with Expat.com her aspirations for Mauritius Conscious and her highlights in her adopted island.
Youth is the carefree time of our life when we are fervidly off to new adventures that include traveling, meeting new people, and discovering foreign cultures. If our passion for the world and our studies can go hand in hand, then it's even better. For the past 30 years, Erasmus, the exchange program for European university students, has helped over five million young people to live abroad while continuing their studies. Join us in a vivid discussion with the Erasmus generation on Erasmus' 30th birthday!
Professional expats have a lot to consider before moving to a destination for work — the career prospects in their field, salary and taxes, language, and work-life balance are just a few. The latest HSBC Expat Explorer Survey has ranked the best destinations to live and work, and Europe shines as the best region for pursuing an international career.
The European Union is shaky — Brexit, eurosceptics, rise of extreme nationalism. But Europe can do better than that, and young European people like Elias see in the continent not mere countries but their home. Europe has opened the horizons of its young generation, as it has facilitated travelling from one member country to another. Expat.com hosts a vivid representative of Europe's bright future, who talks about his vision of the Union from the perspective of a well-travelled and curious mind.
Elias is completing a Master's in Business Law in Strasbourg. He has also studied for one year in Leicester, England. In this video he expresses his disappointment over Brexit, but he also shares his hope for a European Union that supports free movement, international career opportunities, and multiculturalism.
Moving abroad involves meticulous preparation and decision making. If you are a first time expat, it's okay to feel unsure about your choises — you already have enough on your plate. Are you immersed in long conversations with your family and friends about the next steps to securing a property? Some will argue that's better to rent a home abroad while others are ardent buyers. And what about your current home? Should you let or sell?
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