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Barcelona Council
In 2019, the Municipal Register of Inhabitants of the city of Barcelona revealed that half of its residents were foreign-born. The city is one of the world's most multicultural and there are deliberate efforts by the City Administration to promote this. This week, the city is organizing the Barcelona Expat week. How is immigrating to Barcelona going to change and what is the Barcelona Expat week?
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Barclays International Banking
Job: Check. Accommodation: Check. Visa: Check. How about your finance? Carefully considering your banking options before moving abroad could save you money and time. Depending on your reason for moving abroad and the duration of your stay, you could be tempted to use the bank account from your home country or open a local bank account in your home country. But have you thought of an international bank account? Here is why you should consider it and what you should look out for.
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Citi Bank
Relocating to a new country can be both an exciting and stressful event. Reduce your worries on managing your finances with these key tips before relocating.
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Barclays
One of the most important things to consider when moving abroad, is how to manage your finances. Should you consider an international bank account?
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ETIAS Visa
Whilst the coronavirus pandemic may have put international travel plans on hold for the time being, it's never too early to start planning your next trip away. For many people, avoiding crowds has become a priority. Thankfully, many European destinations remain largely untouched by mass tourism, where you can enjoy the sites and visit the best attractions without waiting in line.
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ETIAS Visa
The European Travel Information and Authorization System, or ETIAS, is an upcoming visa waiver initiative for the Schengen Area of Europe. If you are a national of an eligible country, ETIAS will give you visa-free access to 26 European countries, with a diverse range of cultures to experience.
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EMLyon
As many other industries, the transport world has been hit hard by the coronavirus. How can you adapt to this and avoid having to shut down? By being disruptive. This is what Anne-Marie Colley, a co-director of Transports Cordier and participant in the Emlyon Business School Executive MBA, is trying to do.
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Ocere
If you have decided to leave your home country behind you, there are so many places around the world you could choose instead. Here are some of the best countries you could choose to move to if you are thinking about starting up life as an expat.
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CitySuites
The last decade has seen an increasing number of women moving abroad for work. Are serviced apartments the ideal solution to ensure safety for women living abroad on their own?
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Estaform
Ahead of the launch of this year's United States' Green Card lottery on the 2nd of October, Estaform takes stock of the recent changes in the country's visa policies.
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Crown Relocations
Whether you're a first time mover or experienced traveller there is always a tip or two to learn before a big move. Which is why Crown Relocations have put together some of their top relocations hacks to make your move easier and take away some of that unnecessary stress.
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CurrencyFair
Moving abroad is a task which requires courage, perseverance, and sometimes, large financial investment. Funds can quickly disappear in transporting belongings, property costs, and other hidden charges like foreign exchange rates. This article from CurrencyFair outlines some key principles in saving for expats who are just starting their adventure or looking to reassess some aspects of their new lifestyle abroad.
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Osung Accounting Corporation
When you ask foreigners what comes to their mind when they hear the word "South Korea"? Twenty years ago, many would have failed to answer this question with ease. The answers given may have been "Kimchi", "North Korea" or "Taekwondo" at best. Asking the same question nowadays, people would not be hesitant to give answers. It might be the food like Kimchi, Bibimbap or Bulgogi or some will mention titles of K-Drama or names of K-Pop artists. South Korea managed to increase its popularity over the years and today, we want to talk a little bit about what it is like to do business in the country.
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Immigrant Québec
Thousands of expats make Quebec their new home every year. The immigration system is, therefore, forever evolving.. To better meet the needs of the province, but also to allow better integration of immigrants to Quebec.
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ACS
Watch the latest Expat.com webinar in replay. Edouard Da Rin and Leslie Lusamba, expat healthcare experts, share information and advice to wisely choose the health plan that fits your needs while living abroad, regardless of your destination. Find everything you need to know about expatriate insurance!
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Everyday life
Expat life is often seen as an exciting adventure: a new country, new opportunities, and a rich cultural experience. Moving abroad represents, for many, a major life project — one filled with hope and the promise of a fresh start. When you make that move as a couple, it can feel even more reassuring. You're not going it alone; you have each other, with the shared belief that this change will bring you closer and create lasting memories together. And it truly can. But living abroad also brings profound upheaval: the loss of familiar landmarks, constant cultural adjustment, distance from family and friends, and sometimes a complete professional reinvention. All of these factors can unsettle not only your individual sense of balance but also the foundation of your relationship.
Everyday life
In an interview with French newspaper Le Figaro, Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), stated that the current energy crisis is "worse than those of 1973, 1979, and 2022 combined." Compounded by the war in the Middle East, the crisis is pushing governments to fast-track their energy transition policies, from fuel taxes and vehicle use restrictions to incentives for remote work. Should expats brace for lasting disruptions to their daily lives? And how can they adapt to this new reality?
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.
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There is an African proverb that says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” But what happens when there is no “village”? Bringing a child into the world or raising one far from home means facing the expectations of family and one's social group while choosing a solitary path. It is a path marked by loneliness, where we confront the ongoing exile of being a foreigner, even as we create a “symbolic, bodily, and mental territory of belonging to that other being who has come into life.”
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?
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