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In a world faced with inflation and other crises, you might be wondering how to cope with the cost of living. Diversifying your income is one of the first steps towards securing or even increasing your purchasing power. What are your options when living abroad?
Work
If you're an expat who hopes to get a job in Europe, a new report from the European Labour Authority (EURES) will be of great help to you. It has analyzed the jobs that are the most and least in demand across all countries of the EU. The jobs requiring the most expat labor are in skilled manual trades, medicine, IT, engineering, transportation and education. Meanwhile, less expat labor is required in administration, the arts, communications and the social sciences.
Tax
When it comes to expat taxes, it's best to look at it twice. Tax residence, as well as terms of income tax return and payment of taxes, can vary significantly when you move abroad. What if you receive income from a foreign source? Find out whether you have to file these in your returns even if they are not taxable in your host country.
Work
The already vulnerable agricultural industry continues to face labor shortages worldwide. Governments are faced with the challenge of getting local people interested in farming and thus have recourse to the foreign labor force, which is quite challenging.
Work
Many students dream of finding an internship abroad. Indeed, it's a unique opportunity to discover different aspects of a new country and even to consider long-term immigration. But are internships abroad always paid? What should you consider before embarking on an internship adventure overseas?
Banks and finance
During your first week abroad as an international student, one of your most important tasks is opening a local bank account. This is not compulsory, but it's strongly recommended because it will make your life easier and save you money in the long run. If you're confused about where and how to start, this article might help you.
Everyday life
The life of an expat is full of surprises. New countries come with new cultures, rules, traditions, food, work schedules, and much more. Where most expats generally don't expect surprises is in the bathroom. After all, how strange can things get in a water closet (WC)? Turns out, the life of an expat is, indeed, full of surprises – and nowhere is an exception.
Formalities
It's often assumed that being born in a particular country automatically confers citizenship to a child. That isn't entirely true. For the children of expats born abroad, their nationality often depends on one or both parents' citizenship status as well as the number of years the parents have been expats.
Everyday life
Should this be seen as a government strategy to attract foreigners? Here's some great news for people who love adventure, thrills, challenges and new experiences. You can move abroad and even get paid for it. Here's how.
Visas
Today, we are looking into digital nomad visas that have minimal requirements. This means that even if you are just starting out in an office-free adventure and still developing your client base, you may be able to find a stable temporary base with digital nomad perks.
Germany
Dual work-study programs are distinctly German qualifications, although there do exist industry-oriented degrees elsewhere that are similar to them. As the name says, they are Bachelor's and Master's degrees, which include practical experience at a company in conjunction with academic classes on campus. They are particularly useful for subjects that are in themselves very vocational, such as business, design, engineering, technology and social work.
Work
While many countries are experiencing a brain drain, some are also facing a female brain drain. Graduated and experienced women professionals no longer hesitate to leave their countries to pursue careers abroad. Moving to a foreign country sometimes sounds like an obligation for those who want to enjoy complete freedom.
Formalities
Life insurance is deemed to be one of the preferred financial investments for expatriates, along with real estate investment, and it offers a number of advantages. Besides the financial aspect, how important is life insurance for short- or long-term plans to live abroad? What factors should be taken into account?
Health system
Mental health and depression are topics that have become more popular in recent years, and expatriates are not spared by this disorder. According to the WHO, this mental illness affects 300 million people worldwide. On the occasion of the World Depression Day observed on 27 October, we examine the main causes of depression among expatriates from a psychologist's point of view.
Work
In some countries, there are talks about a "brain drain". This is another major challenge for developing countries whose health systems are still reeling from the Covid pandemic. How can countries attract and retain health workers? The shortage of health workers affects countries worldwide, even the wealthiest.
Everyday life
Moving abroad as a couple, finding love in a foreign country, and building a life together isn't always easy. And when you're an expat, feelings can be even more complicated. Sometimes, the journey together doesn't turn out as expected, and divorce becomes the only option. What can you do if you live in a country where getting a divorce is difficult?
Schools & studies
Is the rise in student mobility a result of the inflationary crisis? Rising prices in many countries are putting a strain on students' budgets. Many have already suffered the consequences of the health crisis, with the difficulty of keeping a small job and, therefore, saving money. With the ever-increasing cost of education, should you move abroad to study? Can it be cheaper? How do students balance cost and quality of life?
Work
Working abroad can be psychologically daunting. Culture shock, homesickness, different corporate norms, and even different weather can easily lead expats to depression and burnout. This is why it's important to choose an employer who values your mental health and has implemented workplace policies that give you a great environment to thrive in.
Other Types
Schools & studies
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?
Accommodation
Looking for a new real estate investment? Futuristic cities, artificial islands, and self-sustaining megacities await you as the Gulf States roll out the red carpet for wealthy expatriates. Competing with each other, they are embarking on mega-projects to attract foreign investors. Here's an overview.
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Health system
According to the current Italian prime minister, it could soon be possible for Italian expats to benefit from healthcare in Italy while living abroad. In fact, a bill proposed by the Fratelli d'Italia party aims to allow this against an annual contribution of 1,500 euros to the national health system (SSN).
Banks and finance
If you're planning to move abroad, you're perhaps in the middle of the process of obtaining your visa and residency permit. One of the required documents is proof of financial means. Apart from the often exorbitant amount, how can you prove you have sufficient funds to live in your chosen country?
Everyday life
Happiness is a complicated matter. Philosophers have tried to define it, economists have tried to measure it, and expats, well, expats are trying to find it. Several surveys look at happiness from a geographical angle. Their goal is to determine whether location has an impact on your emotional well-being. And, as it turns out, it does. But the rest isn't that clear.
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