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Being an expat is a fun adventure, but even the biggest travellers can feel homesick. The warmth and the smells of being back to the place you grew up cannot be exchanged with anything else in the world, and what better time to experience them than during the Christmas holidays.

Moving abroad requires a lot of energy, optimism, self-confidence, and independence. While it can be one of the most adventurous life decisions of a person, it comes with a long list of stressors. That is to say, the dream to live abroad as an expat can turn into a nightmare when the end of the year comes around.

Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, Belgium, Greece, Poland... Countries are tightening their restrictions to fight against the resurgence of COVID-19. Their target: the non-vaccinated. Filling up hospitals, they also display the most serious symptoms of COVID-19. Where in the world is it the hardest to not be vaccinated ?

Moving abroad usually takes a lot of challenging steps, like learning another language. Expats who are interested in studying or working abroad might have companies and institutions requiring a language proficiency test if they aren't native speakers of the new country's language.

There has been a shift in how expats are being paid: fewer expatriation packages, or no packages at all. Businesses are on the hunt for any expenses deemed superfluous. What is the future for international workers? Has the Covid-19 definitively killed the Golden expatriation package?

Developing countries host more than one-third of international migrants in the world. Most of them are migrant workers and are employed either formally or more often informally in their countries of destination. But, let's address some misconceptions about immigrants and expats critically: immigration and expatriation are good for countries, communities, and economies. 

Whether you are already an expat, are considering a move abroad, or are simply a curious cinephile looking for a nice movie to relax, this is for you! We have selected some of the best movies about moving and living abroad to give you a glimpse into expat life.

Despite the global health crisis, economies are recovering gradually. While some countries are still facing difficulties, others are having their economies back to the pre-Covid-19 state. For these countries, there is currently a call for hiring foreign talent. But have people's ambitions changed in the pandemic era? What are the means for governments to attract and retain talent?

Alone but not lonely. Solo female expats are on the rise, and as the world is striving towards gender equality, many women show that their ambitions have no geographical limits. Deciding to start a journey in a new country has all the elements an adventure needs: adrenaline, excitement and even a healthy amount of fear. If you are ahead of a similar journey, you should consider some safety dos and don'ts in order to make your new experience joyful and smooth. 

After nearly two years of pandemic waves and strict restrictions, borders are reopening around the world. To ensure sustainable growth, the States are considering a series of measures, including recruiting foreign talent. All sectors are currently in demand of foreign expertise, with innovative and high-tech sectors being the leading job providers. So what are the challenges of international mobility in the Covid-19 era, and how can foreign talent boost economic growth?

After more than a very complicated year for travel and international mobility, many countries are reopening slowly and smoothly. Amid the uncertainty and hopes for a better tomorrow, the United Arab Emirates is implementing new rules to attract expatriates from all over the world to revive their economy.