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German speakers, now is your time to shine in the United Kingdom. According to a research by the global employment website Indeed, the need for German speakers on the job market has peaked in the last three years German becoming the most-sought after language skills. At the same time, research by the BBC has shown that students choosing to study foreign languages at GCSE is at an all time low.
A bit more than a year after moving back to France, Caroline Szipira tells Expat.com about the process of moving home from living abroad.
Ireland
In Ireland, spouses of non-EEA work permit holders did not, de facto, obtain a work permit. They were allowed to look for jobs with employers which would in turn sponsor their work permits. But this has changed now.
Few surprises this year for the ranking of the world's happiest countries. For yet another year, the World Happiness Report has ranked Finland the world's happiest country. Austria has made its way to the top 10, kicking out Australia. Social support, GDP, healthy life expectancy, freedom to make life choices, generosity and perceptions of corruption have been factored in by the World Happiness Institute while combining this ranking.
Following ranking of cities with the highest cost of living published by The Economist Intelligence Unit in mid-march, Expat.com analyses what has changed in the past 12 months.
It is a known fact, there are more expats than citizens in the UAE. For the past 7 years, however, the UAE Government has pushed for more Emiratis to be hired, especially within the private sector, than expatriates. How has this move changed the dynamics for expats?
Frédéric Varin et Valérie Marmey-Ravau, from The High Council of French Notariat, answer Expat.com's questions on the recent changes in how matrimonial regimes are regulated in Europe.
Theresa May will ask the European Union for a delay regarding Brexit. In the meantime, expats in the UK and British expats abroad clench their jaws, unsure what to expect.
For those looking to work and live in Europe, finding affordable accommodation can be a real challenge. In fact, most of the popular expat destinations in Europe are known for their high rent prices. However, to help you choose wisely – especially if you have a tight budget – here are some of the most expensive European cities to live in according to the latest study by ECA International.
According to 34 000 city dwellers interviewed by TimeOut, New-York is the best city in the world! Melbourne and Chicago come next! Ranking is based on residents' feedback on food, drink, culture, affordability, overall life satisfaction and a few other factors.
World famous for its outstanding cuisine, Spain is not just about paella, gazpacho or tapas. Did you know that today Spain is the world's healthiest country according to the 2019 edition of the Bloomberg Healthiest Country Index? While the local cuisine contributes – without any doubt – to the nation's health, here are five good reasons why moving to Spain can be the best decision you have ever taken in your whole life. According to the Spanish Ministry of Interior, over 28,000 new arrivals are recorded every year.
Maybe you've landed yourself a job in an English-speaking firm abroad but English is not widely spoken in your new country. You might not have had enough time to dedicate to learning the language. Perhaps, you're retiring in a country without having learnt the language. Or maybe you've just arrived and you have realized that you are having a hard time understanding the accent even though you know the language. We have asked members of the Expat community some language hacks for expatriates and this is what they answered…
15, 880. These are the official numbers obtained from the University and College Admissions Service (UCAS). They show that 33% more Chinese students have applied for university in the UK this year than the year before. A record! But it does not stop here, there has also been a 9% rise in the number of admissions from international students.
Australia
Behind the blog Londoner in Sydney, is Annabel Symonds. Seven years ago, travel enthusiast Annabel followed the love of her life to Sydney. Since then, the pair have travelled the world, taken Londoner in Sydney to new heights and attempted to move back to England. Annabel's blog has been featured in the Top 25 Expat blogs in the World by Feedspot and Top 10 Australia Expat blog by International Money Transfers. She tells us all about her thrilling expat life in the Land Down Under!
USA
The American professional etiquette bears no secret for Gilbert Croze. Building on his thirty years experience in professional dealings, the French man, who started as an engineer, has even co-written a book on this subject. After a training course at Stanford, Gilbert Croze was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Matra Aerospace Inc. in Washington. Back in France, he specialises in intercultural management and has trained executives from some of the most prominent French companies.
Spending your free time exploring a new country, understanding its culture and mixing with the locals sounds like a dream, right? You have always dreamt of retiring abroad, but you are not ready to spend your lifetime savings on relocating. Understandable. International Living has compiled a list of the five cheapest places where you could accomplish your retiring abroad dream.
Regardless of the reason why you're choosing to move abroad – whether it's for work, study or merely travelling – such a decision requires appropriate planning. Some cities stand out both in terms of opportunities and social life. Have a look at some of the best cosmopolitan cities for integration around the world.
So, you're a big city kind of person and you love the fast-paced mornings and the fast-food lunches. You cannot get enough of the busy after-work pub stops with the colleagues or the golden hour over the skyline. But big cities can also be hectic and stressful. So before you decide on your next destination, it's important you consider health, sports and wellness amenities... Take a look at the list at the world's healthiest cities according to a study by Travel Supermarket.
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