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Registration: 20 September 2016

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9 years ago

Looking for a job in Sofia

Hi, You should check out the most popular job search sites in Bulgaria to find available opportunities. The top job board sites are Jobs.bg, Zaplata, JobTiger.bg, and Karieri. And you can use the search engine to narrow down your results. I do ... Read More

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9 years ago

Work for English speakers in Switzerland.

Hi, You should check out the popular job search sites in Switzerland to see if there are many opportunities for English speakers. The top sites are jobs.ch, jobup.ch, jobscout24, and Monster. You can even use the filters to limit your search just ... Read More

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9 years ago

Irish young guy looking for work in toulouse

Hi, You should check out the most popular job search sites in France to find suitable offers. The top job boards in France are Pole Emploi, l'etudiant, RegionsJob, Cadremploi, and LeBonCoin. You can then use the filters on the site to ... Read More

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9 years ago
Delamyla

Work and job in Tromso by Delamyla

Hello, Trust you guys are keeping well. I just had admission to study Msc in Toursim Studies at Tromso University. Though, am considering other options, kindly, advice me on accommodation and finding basic jobs and also the worst weather ...

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Hi, In terms of finding job offers in Norway, you should check out the most popular job sites there. The top job search sites in Norway are Finn.no, Jobbnorge, and Jobbsafari and you can use the filters to find something in your area. I'm ... Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for work

You should check out the most popular job sites in Netherlands for opportunities. In Netherlands, the top sites are Werk.nl, Nationale Vacature Bank, MonsterBoard, and Jobbird.com On these job boards you can find recent job offers from all job ... Read More

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9 years ago

Flat share or rent apartment

Hi Marie, You should have a look at some of the Facebook groups for people looking for accomodation and apartments in Berlin. The best pages are; ... Read More

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9 years ago

Job in Poland, Cracow

You should check out the most popular job site in Poland which is Pracuj! It has thousands of job adverts added everyday and everyone in Poland uses it! If you are looking for a job in Poland, I would definitely advise to go to Pracuj.pl first! ... Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for a 3-4months job in Spain - receptionnist in hostel

You could also try Trabajos, Laboris, Opcionempleo, StudentJob, and Europe Language Jobs, if you are running out of places to look! Read More

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9 years ago

Job seeker

You should check out the popular job search engines in Germany for available job opportunities? The most popular job sites are Arbeitsagentur, Stepstone, Stellenanzeigen.de, and Monster. You can then use these sites to find any kind of job that ... Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for a 3-4months job in Spain - receptionnist in hostel

Hi Gloria, You could try looking for job opportunities on the popular job boards in Spain. According to our guide, the top job sites where you can find the most postings are Infojobs, Infoempleo, and Trovit. You can also use filters to search ... Read More

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9 years ago

Opening a bank account in France

For me it was quite a long process to open a bank account in Lyon. I had to have a proof of employment, proof of accommodation and a form of identity. I then had to book an appointment at the bank and this lasted about an hour. There was a lot of ... Read More

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9 years ago
pman89

A new beginning in Netherlands by pman89

Hello all, I'm Peter 27 years old and I come from Greece. I'm a recent BSc Mechanical Eng. graduate and I want to relocate in Netherlands, find a job there and begin a new life. Unfortunately, all my research in job seeking websites ...

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Hi Peter, You should have a look at the most popular Dutch job sites to find jobs in the Netherlands. These include Werk, Nationale Vacature Bank, Monsteboard, Intermediair. For job sites specific to the engineering sector you should look at ... Read More

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9 years ago
NatalieCastle

New Expat in Pau France, looking for English speaking friends by NatalieCastle

Hello everyone, My name is Natalie. I recently moved to Pau, France from Florida (USA). Are there any other expats in the area that would be up for socializing, getting coffee, or some drinks? My French is limited, so I thought it would be nice to ...

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Apparently my student friend living in Pau says this is a really good night out that a lot of young students/International/English speaking people attend! https://www.facebook.com/Le-hoegaarden-Pau-167079003321391/ Read More

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9 years ago
NatalieCastle

New Expat in Pau France, looking for English speaking friends by NatalieCastle

Hello everyone, My name is Natalie. I recently moved to Pau, France from Florida (USA). Are there any other expats in the area that would be up for socializing, getting coffee, or some drinks? My French is limited, so I thought it would be nice to ...

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Hi Natalie, I think one of the best ways to meet English speaking people is if you go to the British pubs/bars in Pau. You could also look for the international or Erasmus Facebook groups online where English speaking people will gather and that ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Studying in Portugal by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in Portugal? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in ...

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Portugal is very popular with British students as the lifestyle in Portugal is just what students are looking for; fun and relaxed! Plus Portuguese people are so chilled and friendly, so you can easily make friends with locals. Knowing that if you ... Read More

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9 years ago

Are student residences reliable?

Hi, Student residences in France are very popular with young people and they are usually very reliable, so I am sure this one in Toulouse will be the same. If the residence does not have a canteen, it can be a little bit difficult to meet people, ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Studying in the Netherlands by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in the Netherlands? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in ...

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Many of my friends study in the Netherlands as the university courses are all in English and there is the option to study dutch on the side. There are also a lot of international students in the Netherlands, so the universities give direct and ... Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for Summer Internship/Job in Iceland

Hi, You should check out the job sites that offer internship opportunities for students as well. The most popular ones are Go Abroad, Study Abroad, Graduate Land, and Seeds; and they all offer placements in Iceland. So have a look and let us know ... Read More

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9 years ago
GuestPoster13

Need help! by GuestPoster13

Hello everyone, I hope someone can help me with my question. My brother and his family are moving to Guadeloupe from France. They are moving on 2/14/17. They are still have a challenge to find a house for rent in St Francois with 2 bedrooms. Can ...

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Where is St Francois? They should have a look on LeBonCoin for accommodation opportunities as there are so many ads on the site. Or there are many real estates with sites online that you can look at. It really just depends on the area! So let us ... Read More

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9 years ago

Simple question about live in London

The cheapest houses will be in North London! Look for something around Lewisham, Ealing, and Enfield. Good luck & let us know how you get on! Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Studying in England by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in England? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in England? ...

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Studying is a great way to meet new people, perfect your English, and learn about the famous British student culture. A year abroad studying in a new country is often seen as a year to muck about and have fun, but it really is a valuable education. ... Read More

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9 years ago

Italian chef job

Hi You should try looking on the popular job websites to find available positions in France. The top job sites are Cadremploi, Pole Emploi, Regionsjob, Meteojob, and Monster. There is also a site called Leboncoin which is like Gumtree and ... Read More

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9 years ago

Work in Greece

Hi Leanne, You should check out the top job search sites in Greece to find available opportunities. The most popular Greek job sites are Kariera, Skywalker, and JobFind.gr, and you can use the filters in the search engine to find job postings that ... Read More

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9 years ago

Is it easy to find a flat to rent for English speaking like me?

Hi, I actually found it quite difficult to find an apartment in Lyon, even though I had all the paperwork ready. It is a competitive market in Lyon and it will be easier to find something outside of the city centre. I am paying for a 2 bedroom ... Read More

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9 years ago

Mexican looking for a Job

Hi Paola, A lot of international companies have offices in Lyon so it won't be too difficult to find a job where you don't need French. Have a look at the most popular job websites in France such as Cadremploi, RegionJobs, Keljob, and ... Read More

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9 years ago

Travelling to Ireland for Christmas

If you are a citizen of a country in the EAA you do not need a visa. There is a list on this website of all the countries where you will need a visa if you wish to travel to Ireland. ... Read More

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9 years ago

Electronics store

Yes Saturn is good, also Conrad Electronic next to the Hauptbahnhof. Read More

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9 years ago
Eman1

question about blabla car ! by Eman1

Hi! Has anyone tried blabla car ? is it really fast and cheaper than trains in germany ? is it safe ??

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I love using blablacar! It is definitely a cheaper method to get around Europe than the buses or the trains! But it is true that you need to be a bit careful when choosing your driver. Each time they give someone a lift, they are then rated by the ... Read More

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9 years ago

Things to do in Oxford during the weekends

Oxford is a beautiful city renowned for its architecture and colleges! Walking around the city is a great way to see all of the ancient buildings and there is good shopping in the centre too! In Oxford there are also 2 cinemas, an ice rink, and ... Read More

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9 years ago
Melina666

What to do In Lyon? by Melina666

Hi I'm British/ Iranian living in Lyon, France for 3 months . I really don't know what to do here cuz my boyfriend goes to work everyday and I'm alone till he comes back . I would like to visit the city , explore more of France but it ...

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Maybe join a sports club or pick up a hobby that you can do during the day? Also if you are religious you could find a religious group to spend time with. There are lots of things to do in Lyon as it is such a big city! Good luck! Read More

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9 years ago

Best restaurants in Lyon?

Thank you! I will have to have a look at this one! Pub quiz is a bonus too! Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for İnternship

You could try looking for job opportunities on the popular job boards in Spain! These are Infojobs, Monster, or check through LinkedIn. Europe Language Jobs is a good site if you are looking to speak other languages. You can use these job sites to ... Read More

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9 years ago

Shopping for my Christmas dinner?

Have you asked at your local butchers? They are in most towns and villages and they can order in for you, especially for Christmas! Let us know how you get on! Read More

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9 years ago

Benefits for stundents in Toulouse.

What do you mean benefits of a student? In what way? Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for other Au Pairs/people my age! (20)

You could try checking out the Facebook groups for Au Pairs in Vienna - I found one just by typing into the search engine Vienna Au Pair. This could be a good way to let people know that you are keen to meet up with people. I am sure there will be ... Read More

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9 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Strasbourg by expat.com

We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Strasbourg :top: [b]Which are your best ...

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You could try visiting the local bars or pubs - people who are there are usually very laid back and happy to chat with everyone. The best pubs in Strasbourg are the Irish ones: so The Irish Pub; O'Brien's Irish Pub, and The Dubliners. Let ... Read More

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9 years ago

Christmas in Copenhagen

You should check out the pubs or bars to meet other English speaking and easy going people. The best pubs in Copenhagen are The Old English Pub and The Globe Irish Pub! Could be a fun environment around Christmas! Have fun & let us know how ... Read More

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9 years ago

Want to move to Geneve

Hi Soraia, To find a job, the best way would be to check out the most popular job boards in Switzerland. These include JobUp.ch, Jobs.ch, and Monster. There you can find job offers that match your skills and you can limit the results to a specific ... Read More

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9 years ago

Best restaurants in Lyon?

Thanks Eric! I'll definitely be trying those ones out after the holidays! Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Adapting to the climate in Scotland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Scotland is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Scotland? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...

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People thinking about moving to Scotland should be aware of the average temperature throughout the year and the lack of sunlight hours in winter. This lack of sunshine and vitamin D can lead to Seasonal Affected Disorder, which unknowingly affects a ... Read More

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9 years ago

Costs in public schools

Primary and secondary government funded (public) schools are free for all British citizens; so you will not need to pay for education. Read More

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9 years ago
BA78100

Wish to live in Glasgow by BA78100

Hello, I'm Beatrice and I actually live near Paris in France. I'm single with two boys but one is already independant ! The second is 15 years old. I'm a graphic designer and I'm currently the manager of a graphic studio. I work for ...

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To find jobs, I recommend having a look on the most popular job sites in Scotland. This is Reed, Indeed, and Monster. You can even use the filters to be very specific in choosing your location. There are lots of French people in the main cities in ... Read More

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9 years ago

Any recommendations on the cheapest time of year to travel there?

Make sure to check that the ferries/buses are running as sometimes the outer islands do not have certain services running due to lack of tourism or weather! Read More

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9 years ago

Going to move to Edinburgh

You should check on the popular job websites in Scotland! These are Indeed, Reed, and Monster. These are great because you can filter the results to find opportunities in a certain area, like Edinburgh for example. If this doesn't give you any ... Read More

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9 years ago
emi.see

Looking for flats to rent and to find flatmates and any advice by emi.see

Hello! I'm Emi, 19 years old from USA...I've recently gotten accepted to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland for Classical Piano. I went to audition a month ago and fell in love with Glasgow. I plan on moving there in the summer sometime ...

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You could also check out Gumtree, which is the UK equivalent of Craigslist to find people who have a spare room to rent. Also it might be good to check with the university to see if there are any halls of residence linked with the uni. Or if there ... Read More

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9 years ago
citizen1

How to dress for the Finnish winter by citizen1

There are lots of amusing posts on this site about how cold the winter here is, how you freeze after just a few minutes outdoors. Now, you don't have to be cold in the Finnish winter if you only dress right! The most important thing is to wear long ...

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Thanks for the information! Always good to know! Read More

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9 years ago
Pepper22

looking for new friends by Pepper22

Hallo all🤗 looking for new friends. I am a Filipina here in Cologne. I am new here.

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You should check out the Facebook pages for internationals in Cologne; I am sure there are many to choose from! Good luck! Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

The holiday season in Switzerland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Switzerland? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Switzerland? How do Swiss celebrate this very special ...

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In France the 26th is also a working day which, for me as an Englishwoman, I it so find wrong! We have always spent Boxing Day with family and we just take it for granted as a given. So this year I will be returning to France early morning to start ... Read More

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9 years ago

Meeting people

Hey you should check and see if there are any Facebook groups for internationals in Madrid or hit the local British pubs to find a large population of English speakers - if that is who you are wanting to meet! Good luck! Read More

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9 years ago

Sports in Wales

Rugby is the main sport in Wales. Some would also argue that football is more popular; but that's up to them. All the pubs show the 6 nations rugby matches or any match where Wales is playing and everyone gets very involved! As the national ... Read More

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9 years ago

Students in Cardiff

Hi, You should check and see if the university have any groups or associations for international students as that is a great way to meet other people. They also do a lot to mix the welsh students with the international students so you ... Read More

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9 years ago

The holiday season in Wales

Christmas in Wales is very similar to Christmas in other parts of the United Kingdom. We decorate our homes with lights on the outside and Christmas trees in the inside. Christmas shopping starts early in November and there a Christmas markets in ... Read More

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9 years ago

To Au Pair in the UK?

This post is 14 months oldThanks for letting me know! You never know someone might be interested in my answer :) Read More

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9 years ago
christosrountos

Demandings for a bank account in France. by christosrountos

Hello. I am moving in Toulouse at the end of March for a job, so I will need to open a bank account. What do I need to have with me to open a bank account in France? Thank you!

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If you have the documentation from renting/buying the accommodation like the lease that should work. If you have not got the accommodation sorted yet, then you can ask the bank to give you a form which you can ask the person you are staying with to ... Read More

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9 years ago

To Au Pair in the UK?

You should check out the site aupairworld.com to find all the information you need to be an au pair in the UK. Good luck & let us know how you get on! Read More

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9 years ago

available job in cambridge

You should check out the popular job sites in the UK, these include Reed, Indeed, and Monster. If you use them, you can then filter the search results to job opportunities just in Cambridge! Read More

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9 years ago

imports

Where are you coming to? Read More

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9 years ago

Best restaurants in Lyon?

Hello, Does anybody have any good recommendations for well priced restaurants in Lyon? Any type of cuisine? Let me know! Cheers Read More

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9 years ago

Any fellow Brits?

You should check out the popular English pubs in Paris to meet fellow Brits! My favourite ones are The Frog & Rosbif, The Bombardier, and The Bedford Arms. Here I am sure you will be able to be able to drop in on a conversation with other ... Read More

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9 years ago
victorialou

Learning French by victorialou

Hi, I moved to france in November & im looking to do some French lessons Can anyone point me in the right direction? Many thanks

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You could check out leboncoin to find people offering French lessons. Leboncoin.fr is a really useful site as anyone can post their services or things they want to sell. There is also a jobs section! But have a look there as you can filter the ... Read More

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9 years ago
Bhavna

Moving to France with your family by Bhavna

Hello everybody, When settling abroad with your spouse and children, the expatriation process requires an extensive preparation. What are the considerations to take into account when moving to France with your family? What challenges have you ...

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You can still get adequate health services but you will just have to pay for them all and they may not be as fast as private. Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for Student job in Lille! ANy suggestions guys!

You should check out leboincoin which is like the French version of Craigslist or Gumtree where people can post job offers. It has hundreds of postings on there so it may take some time to find one that matches your needs! Other than that you ... Read More

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9 years ago
christosrountos

Demandings for a bank account in France. by christosrountos

Hello. I am moving in Toulouse at the end of March for a job, so I will need to open a bank account. What do I need to have with me to open a bank account in France? Thank you!

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To open a bank account, you need : valid proof of identity (passport works best) , proof of residency in France (water/electricity bill; lease), and a valid residence permit in France. You need to book an appointment with the bank to create the ... Read More

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9 years ago

Job in Toulouse

You should check out the jobs available online on sites like Regionjobs, Keljob or Cadremploi. If you are looking for fewer hours and smaller jobs, you could check out leboncoin for jobs that anyone can post. This is a great place to find part time ... Read More

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9 years ago
Maxim J C

Meeting english speakers of any nationality in Toulouse by Maxim J C

Hi! My name is Maxim. I'm 28, Im french and am back living in Toulouse after spending 3 years in Paris, one in England and a few months in Vienna. I was an art student in these cities and now I work as a shepherd in the summer. I miss speaking ...

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Hi, You should check out the English pubs in Toulouse to meet some English speakers! The best are The London Town, The George and Dragon and my favourite The Frog and Rosbif. There are loads of English speaking people who hang around there and if ... Read More

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9 years ago

New Year

There are quite a few English bars in Toulouse which could be a last resort if you want to meet other English speaking people. I would recommend The Frog and Rosbif or The George and Dragon! Could be a good idea for New Years! Have fun! Read More

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9 years ago

toulouse yeah or na

For accommodation you should probably check out Leboncoin for apartments and flat shares, if that is what you are interested in. There are also other sites such as La carte des colocs for looking for flats to share with other people that may be ... Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for partime job.

What city are you living in? Read More

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9 years ago

The holiday season in France

I have noticed that most offices are open throughout the Christmas time here in France, which I find quite different to the UK. As the 26th is not a bank holiday, like it is in the UK everyone is expected to work over the Christmas period. In terms ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Property prices in France by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in France is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What is ...

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I am living in Lyon, France and in terms of renting, I feel like the prices a lot cheaper than those found in the South of England. Maybe it is a different story when you compare these prices to the neighboring countries like Spain & Italy. ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

The holiday season in England by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in England? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in England? How do English people celebrate this very special ...

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Actually I find Christmas in the UK rather magical. The Christmas trees in all of the houses with lots of lights and decorations all over the house to celebrate the festive time. Some houses put lights and decorations on their roofs and in their ... Read More

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9 years ago

Things to do in Toulouse during the weekends

Hi, I visited Toulouse a few weeks ago and I found there were a lot of tourist areas to visit. There are a some old churches, Musée des Agustins , Le Capitole, and many many windy cobbled streets. The shopping selection is also very good, with ... Read More

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9 years ago

Things to do in Lyon during the weekends

You should check out La fête des Lumières in December, a huge light festival around the whole city. They have light displays on the famous old buildings all over the city and there are vin chaud stalls everywhere. Read More

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9 years ago

Part time Jobs for Non French (Student)

Hi, It is actually quite difficult to find any part time work and especially so for non French speakers. I tried looking for bar/cafe work and for a few months before I decided to try au pairing/looking after English speaking kids. It is quite ... Read More

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9 years ago

Property prices in Lyon

Lyon is quite an affordable city, as long as you don't want to live in the popular areas. The most expensive arrondissements that I noticed were the 6th and the 5th (Brotteaux & Vieux Lyon) but obviously you can find affordable housing ... Read More

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9 years ago

Moving to Lyon

The Erasmus association at the universities in Lyon organise a lot of events and nights out for the international students that come to Lyon to study. This is a good way to meet lots of people, practice French and have a good time. You can find ... Read More

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9 years ago
Julien

Best cities to live in England by Julien

Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to England. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...

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Bristol is a wonderful city for families with kids! There are so many things to do in the city and around in the suburbs. Each area regularly has street parties in the summer, lots of play parks and so many coffee shops and restaurants that you will ... Read More

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Business etiquette in England

I would say shaking everyone's hand when greeting them is the most universal form in the UK. Very few people will hug their colleagues when greeting them as it is quite familiar and considered unprofessional. So stick with the handshake. In ... Read More

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Dealing with emergency situations in England by Priscilla

Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help expats and soon-to-be expats in England face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and experience. What are ...

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For me 999 is really the best and only one I need in my head for emergencies. 101 is the police non-emergency number 111 is the medical non-emergency number and is very useful when the situation is not an emergency as they can assess the ... Read More

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9 years ago

Help for getting IT related Job or Uk VISA.

Hi Akramul, You can have a look for job opportunities on the most popular job websites in the UK. These include Monster; Reed, and Indeed. You can also filter your results so you can find only IT related positions. Or you can go to job centres to ... Read More

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9 years ago

Rent a flat or a house in Oxford

Housing in Oxford is pretty expensive compared to other cities in the UK. Especially if you want to live anywhere in the city centre, you will have to be prepared to pay accordingly! The areas to find the cheapest housing are Kidlington, Cowley, ... Read More

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9 years ago
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Would you recommend Manchester for an 18-year-old to live in? by IamRiley

Hi guys! I'm Riley from Hong Kong and I'll be moving to UK in just 3 months I still haven't chosen a city to live in but I think if I've decided one, everything will go smoothly as I already have British passport to work in UK. ...

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Hi Riley, You should have a look at Bristol; it is a lively city with lots of expats living there and so many things to do! Read More

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9 years ago

Sports in England

Rugby also receives a heavy amount of coverage as most schools have compulsory rugby lessons, it is ingrained into British citizens from an early age. There is also such a tradition surrounding rugby, that is competing in terms of popularity with ... Read More

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9 years ago

Keeping up with the news in England

The BBC is a great website and channel! I am always following them and have even downloaded the app so I can receive notifications when major news hits. Read More

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9 years ago

Professional networking events in London

Hi Sarka, You should check out the LinkedIn events pages for networking events in London as you can specify which industry you want to network in! Read More

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9 years ago

Good english school in Bristol

Bristol is quite an expensive city, less than London but more than the cities in the North! Housing is quite expensive but if you look on Gumtree I am sure you will find some reasonably priced options. For language schools there is; The Bristol ... Read More

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9 years ago
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Bristol or Brighton by Fabiocapelo

hi, We are living in south france in the north of Montpellier. We decided to settle in Bristol or Brighton. In April we are going to go on a trip to prepare our moving in july ! we are so excited and at the same time we ask ourselves many questions ...

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Bristol is a wonderful city for families with kids! There are so many things to do in the city and around in the suburbs. Each area regularly has street parties in the summer, lots of play parks and so many coffee shops and restaurants that you will ... Read More

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9 years ago

Things to do in Bristol during the weekends

Bristol has a lot of things to do and see. From the @Bristol science museum, to the SS Great Britain in the habourside, this city has so much life & energy! Take a walk around the Downs and visit the Clifton Suspension Bridge, and stop off at ... Read More

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9 years ago
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Property prices in Bristol by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Bristol is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What is ...

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Most of the suburbs in Bristol are very family friendly, with lots of open green parks and facilities for kids. I would recommend Henleaze for a suburban family neighbourhood with a selection of local shops and cafes. Clifton is a more expensive ... Read More

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BBC iPlayer and the TV Licence by XB23

[img align=C]http://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/cs/TVL/images/imgHeaderLogo.png[/img] [img align=C]http://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/ss/Satellite?blobcol=urldata&blobkey=id&blobtable=MungoBlobs&blobwhere=1370006332480&ssbinary=true[/img] A ...

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To put it simply, If you have a license, you don't need to do anything. All viewers who use the iPlayer to watch ANY BBC programmes must now be covered by a TV licence [BBC News] How are they going to find out if I continue to watch without a ... Read More

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9 years ago
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an Indonesian in Dubai, UAE looking for a job in the UK by ayeshats

Hi, I am Indonesia living and working in Dubai, UAE and currently looking for a job in the UK. I've been trying to apply from a lot of sites but no luck so far. well, Actually i got several calls/Skype interview but always ended up in the same ...

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Hi, The sponsored visa does involve a lot of paper work and most employers don't really want to go through it. This is not related to Brexit, this is just how the UK visa system works. I would suggest mentioning in your CV/cover letter that ... Read More

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9 years ago

Jobs in London

Hi Alex, You should check out the popular job boards (job websites) in the UK; these include Reed, Indeed, and Monster. You can also filter the results so you can view just the part time opportunities. Or you should go around your local shops/bars ... Read More

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9 years ago

come to Birmingham to live and make a new experience

Hi Joel, Birmingham is a very large city and there are a lot of job opportunities in many sectors there. If you already have bar tender experience then I am sure you could find a job working in bars. You should have a look on the popular job boards ... Read More

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9 years ago

Returning to the UK

Hi GoatLady, I would check out the Gov website with all the information on about transporting animals in and out of the UK. https://www.gov.uk/bringing-food-animals-plants-into-uk/pets-and-other-animals If you can't find your specific question, ... Read More

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9 years ago
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Any ideas how to make the transition a little bit easier? by Natasha Roberts

Good day everyone. I am Natasha. My hubby and I are moving to Bristol in April 2017. We are from South-Africa. We are a little bit nervous about this. Any ideas how to make the transition a little bit easier? We also have 2 daughters. We are ...

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Hi Natasha, Bristol is a wonderful city for families with kids! There are so many things to do in the city and around in the suburbs. Each area regularly has street parties in the summer, lots of play parks and so many coffee shops and restaurants ... Read More

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9 years ago
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New in town! by Ella.eleanor

Hello there! I just made it back to London after 3 years living in Paris and some travelling around. Since it's never easy to start over, I figured I'd use modern tech to meet people on this side of the Channel as supposed to awkwardly ...

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Hi Ella, I always think going to the pub and meeting people there is a good idea! I am sure you have already tried that, but when I moved to Lyon that is what I did. I went to the English pub and started talking to people; the more drinks the easier ... Read More

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9 years ago

Duration for applying Visa between 2 different visa category.

Hi Amore, You could try giving the Gov website a call and speaking to their customer service line about your specific question. Let us know how you get on! Read More

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9 years ago

Accountancy jobs in England

Hi Ahmed, To look for job opportunities in the UK, I would suggest looking on the popular job boards online. In the UK these popular job boards are Monster, Reed, and Indeed. You can filter your search results to find jobs specifically in the ... Read More

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volunteering in a non-profit organization

Hi Esmanur, The best way to find jobs of opportunities is to either look on the non profit's careers sites on their website or by checking on the popular job boards. In the UK these popular job boards are Reed, Indeed, and Monster; you can ... Read More