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South Africans working abroad will be required to pay taxes in their home country if their earnings exceed 1 million rand, around $ 75, 000 per year.

If you are working in Spain or planning to move to Spain, it is worth knowing that as from the 1st of April, fathers are entitled to eight months of paid leave on the birth of a newborn baby or the adoption of a child.

Equal Pay Day was observed on the 2nd of april this year. In America, the date coincides with how many days into the year a woman will have to work in order to earn what her male counterpart has earned the previous year. Equal Pay Day is also observed in the United Kingdom, Germany and several countries in the European Union although on different dates. This year, Expat.com brings you the countries that have the worse gender pay gap according to 2018 report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

For many years, the USA has remained one of the top destinations worldwide for working and studying abroad. However, the latest statistics show a significant drop in the number of enrollments at American universities (6.6% according to a study conducted by the Institute for International Education) in the past few years. What explains this decline and where are international students now moving to?  

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.

Corne Beneke is in his first year of an actuarial sciences degree at the Oral Roberts University in the United States. Holder of academic scholarships, Corne tells Expat.com what to expect when applying to American universities…

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.

As part of new International Education Strategy to increase income generated by international students in the UK, British authorities will now allow students to stay for up to a year after completion of their study program.

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.

The Malaysian government is phasing out the Employment Passes Category 2 and 3 and also changing marriage laws for expatriates.

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.

Singapore regularly tops the list of the most expensive cities in the world. In 2023, it tied with Zurich in first place among the most expensive cities in the world, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). The same year, a report by Mercer called Singapore the best city for expats in Asia. However, in recent years, Singapore has been experiencing a continuous exodus of expats. Even those who have called it home for a long time are starting to reconsider.

The tech world, already shaken in 2022-2023, is still in turmoil. As AI continues to develop, other sectors will come under the scrutiny of multinational corporations. What does this mean for aspiring expats? Should this be seen as a risk for international recruitment?

To stand out on the international job market and further strengthen the position of the European Union, the European Commission announced the creation of a European diploma. What does this mean for potential international students in Europe?