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Costa Rica
It is the 4th-happiest country in the world. For the first time, Costa Rica has broken into the top 5 happiest countries on the planet, and it is the first Latin American nation to reach the upper ranks of the list. This strong showing mirrors Costa Rica's reputation among expats: the country consistently ranks among the best places to live abroad. So what makes Costa Rica so appealing? And how do you go about settling there as a foreigner?
Work
Starting a business abroad and turning a profit. Between the two lies a series of steps to get right, and pitfalls to steer clear of. Culture, cash flow, investment… Here's an overview of the most common mistakes to avoid when building a successful business overseas.
Tax
Tax season is just around the corner. While most people refer to it as "filing taxes," what you're actually doing is declaring your income. This process can quickly become complex when you live abroad: which fiscal year applies to you? What is the filing deadline? And what happens if you move overseas partway through the tax year?
Schools & studies
When planning to study abroad, most people focus on choosing a destination or comparing universities. Yet these are only part of the picture. Other factors deserve just as much attention: how resilient your future career is to market shifts, the long-term value of your degree, and the level of competition from locals, fellow expats, and new graduates. Here's what you need to consider.
Work
What if the solution was to leave everything behind and start over abroad? The World Health Organization has been sounding the alarm for years: in 2025, more than one billion people worldwide were living with mental health disorders. Young professionals are among the most affected and the most under pressure. They are expected to work harder, go further, and constantly prove themselves. More and more are now calling for a necessary pause to regain balance. But could moving abroad really be an effective way to escape burnout?
Schools & studies
The United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia have long dominated the global market for international students. Often referred to as the “Big Four”, these countries have traditionally been the first choice for young people seeking an education abroad. But the landscape of global student mobility is beginning to shift. A new destination is steadily gaining ground: Europe. For hundreds of thousands of international students, the continent is no longer simply a backup plan but an increasingly attractive option in its own right. So what is behind this growing appeal?
Accommodation
Language is often a curious thing. The same word can mean many different things depending on the local context. For example, "furnished" is not a universal constant. When moving to a new country and deciding whether to rent a furnished or unfurnished property, many expats find the term a false friend.
Everyday life
As winter fades, spring brings a sense of renewal and a return to nature. Around the world, its arrival is celebrated through vibrant traditions and meaningful rituals. For expats, this season offers a unique opportunity to see their host country differently and connect with its culture. Here are popular spring traditions from across the globe.
Work
Looking for a job abroad is not only about talent or the strength of your CV. Timing also plays a crucial role. International recruitment follows real cycles: budget calendars, economic seasons, academic schedules, and cultural holidays all influence hiring patterns. Understanding these dynamics can help you apply at the most strategic moment. So, when are the best periods to look for a job abroad?
Work
Some celebrate it, while others worry about its impact. Artificial intelligence, or more accurately, artificial intelligences, and the vast range of possibilities they offer inspire both excitement and concern. Nowhere is this tension more visible than in the world of work, which is already under pressure from global economic uncertainty. AI is creating new opportunities, but it is also making certain roles obsolete. In this shifting landscape, how should expats and those considering a move abroad position themselves? And how can they plan their international careers in the age of AI?
Accommodation
So you've decided to have a roommate. As an expat, this is often a reasonable idea. You are in a new place, you want to save money, and looking for an apartment on your own may seem a bit intimidating. But how do you go about looking for a roommate? More importantly, how do you go about it safely and efficiently?
Banks and finance
Moving abroad requires careful planning and the ability to handle the unexpected with confidence. Sound financial management is key to building a stable, secure life overseas. From everyday budgeting to long-term investing, adopting the right financial habits will help you settle in smoothly.
Visas
A university degree is no longer the only path to working abroad. As labor shortages deepen across key sectors, governments are rethinking how they define skilled talent. From Europe to Oceania, immigration systems are evolving to recognize hands-on experience, vocational training and proven expertise as strong qualifications in their own right.
Schools & studies
Expat families encounter many surprises. One of them is that the school calendar used back home may be entirely different from that in your new destination. It may seem more logical for the academic year to be universal. But this is not the case: school schedules are affected by a lot of things: climate, historical traditions, cultural norms, and more.
Work
No, this is not the latest viral TikTok challenge. The mini-retirement, or micro-retirement, is emerging as a genuine solution to the deep-seated problems facing young workers, and not just them. Mental health preservation is on everyone's mind, as geopolitical and economic tensions ripple through the international job market. What if it were time to take a break?
Formalities
If you're reading this article, chances are you're dreaming of retiring abroad, or you are already planning to spend your golden years in another country. Whether the goal is to enjoy a better quality of life, lower healthcare costs or a warmer climate, the logistics are typically more demanding than retiring in your home country. While in general, there is nothing inherently difficult about moving abroad, the process can be complex, with many considerations, such as ensuring you'll have enough money, navigating foreign bureaucracy, and finding affordable, high-quality healthcare services.
Work
Recent changes in the international job market are leading expats and future expats to reassess their career choices. Should you stay on the path you originally chose, or is it time for a career change? How should you approach your international career today? Before taking the leap, it's important to take stock of where you stand. Here's some practical advice.
Work
The era of "work from anywhere" may be coming to an end, or at least, entering a new chapter. Since the COVID-19 pandemic turned remote work from a rare perk into a global norm, millions of professionals have redesigned their lives around the freedom to work from any location. For many expats, this flexibility was a game-changer, enabling them to live abroad while keeping a job back home. But in recent months, a growing number of employers and governments have begun tightening the reins, rolling back remote work policies and calling employees back to the office. From Canada to Australia, from Wall Street to Silicon Valley, the trend is clear, and for the global expat community, the implications could be significant.
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If you've been searching for a stable, profitable, and strategically located country to grow your business or diversify your investment portfolio, Panama should be at the very top of your list. Panama is not just a country with a famous canal. It is one of the fastest-growing economies in Latin America, a regional financial hub, and a proven gateway for companies looking to expand across North and South America. With a dollarized economy, a territorial tax system, world-class logistics infrastructure, and investor-friendly immigration policies, Panama offers a unique combination of advantages that few countries in the world can match.
Everyday life
Moving abroad is often associated with adventure, discovery, and new opportunities. While it can be a deeply enriching experience, there is often a less visible reality behind the excitement of starting a new life abroad: exhaustion. In my consultations, expats sometimes describe a fatigue that never seems to lift, unusual irritability, a sense of disconnection, or the feeling that they are no longer quite themselves. What I have also observed is that this distress is rarely confined to one person. In expat families, when one parent begins to struggle, the entire family often has to adapt. Partners may feel isolated or lose their sense of direction, while children can pick up on their parents' stress, worries, or emotional fatigue, even when these feelings are never openly discussed.
New Zealand
Since June 1, foreign workers seeking certain work visas in New Zealand have been subject to new English language requirements. The government says the changes are intended to improve migrant integration and help prevent workplace exploitation.
Sweden
Since June 1, Sweden has tightened its work permit regulations. The new rules introduce higher salary requirements, stricter conditions for seasonal workers, mandatory health insurance in some cases, and increased scrutiny of employers.
Belgium
Belgium's latest reforms, which took effect on June 1, bring greater flexibility to the labor market in an effort to support job creation. At the same time, the government has introduced stricter requirements for non-European students.
United Arab Emirates
Foreign residents in the United Arab Emirates should take note: under UAE regulations, residence visas are generally canceled if the holder remains outside the country for more than 180 consecutive days. In most cases, affected residents must apply for a new visa before returning. However, several categories of expatriates are exempt from this rule and can retain their residency status despite an extended stay abroad.
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