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Working in Timisoara
Working in Timisoara

Timisoara has always been a pro-western Europe city and a trendsetter for the rest of Romania's counties. With a large story, especially in the industry field, Timisoara is a very important economic hub for the country. When it comes to expats, the city is very attractive, mainly because it is in constant development, acquiring easy and quick the trends of Central Europe. For those who are looking for the dream job, the doors are open. But first of all, it is important to have a look at the local economy and the possible jobs.

04 March 2020
Working in Cluj Napoca
Working in Cluj Napoca

If you are looking to move to Cluj, the Romanian city might be a perfect choice. With the best quality of life in the country and an economy in continuous growth, Cluj offers a wide range of jobs. Here is what expats need to know about their future careers here. 

04 March 2020
Working in Sibiu
Working in Sibiu

Expats will always hear that it is difficult to move to another place, a statement that might affect or postpone the decision to move miles and miles away from home. However, Sibiu itself is out of a book. Named “The European Capital of Culture” some years ago, working in Sibiu can be a truly enriching experience. In fact, the professional experiences for foreigners in this Romanian city are quite rich. While the economic part of the city is very flourishing, living in this town would be a vibrant experience. Get to know the pleasant environment of Sibiu and the professional opportunities you will have. 

04 March 2020
Starting a business in Romania
Starting a business in Romania

Romania is one of Eastern Europe's most colourful and exciting destinations for starting a business. The reasons are multiple. The location, meaning the proximity to the Middle Eastern Markets through the port on the Black Sea, the resources (oil, gas, timber) and also the population itself are few of the reasons why Romania is welcoming the foreign entrepreneurs. Also, Romania is the 2nd country where there is a great number of people who are speaking foreign languages, after Holland. Through this article, expats will find the conditions for opening a business in Romania, the types of companies and the steps to setting up a new company. 

04 March 2020
Internships in Romania
Internships in Romania

Going for an internship in a foreign country will open you so many doors. If you are thinking about going to Romania, it's better to know how you can apply for an internship here and also the other formalities. Here is an overview of the cultural and professional exchanges during an internship in Romania. 

04 March 2020
Working in Romania as a digital nomad
Working in Romania as a digital nomad

There are many reasons why Romania is such a great destination for working nomads. The culture, wide choice of lifestyle, travel, landscape, people, the development of the economy are just a few of the reasons why choosing Romania as the next “hub” for your work. 

04 March 2020
Studying in Romania
Studying in Romania

New technologies, globalisation, the information revolution are just a few of the factors which affect the world economy. Therefore, international students are migrating to different education systems, so they can update their skills and prepare for more competitive careers. Romania is attracting international students more and more every year. Here is our guide with all the information about the enrollment procedures, types of higher education systems and the courses you can attend in Romania. 

04 March 2020
Places to visit in Romania
Places to visit in Romania

Romania is partially located in the Carpathian Mountains; therefore, the country offers great and unique opportunities from beautiful sceneries to see, to outdoor activities people can do in every season. Find the Romanian map of the most beautiful places to see, along with the family activities you can enjoy here. 

04 March 2020
Places to visit in Bucharest
Places to visit in Bucharest

Bucharest, Romania's vibrant and chaotic capital, is one of the best attractions in Europe for visitors looking to experience the authentic Romanian spirit. A city of culture, in constant flux, Bucharest is both a cultural attraction and the capital with the best nightlife in Romania. With a very dynamic city life, the capital coined the "new Berlin" has the second-largest administrative building in the world and also a lifestyle you would like to experience. 

04 March 2020
Phone and Internet in Romania
Phone and Internet in Romania

A digital nomad cannot live without an internet connection or a smart mobile phone. Therefore, the country they will move to needs to excel in this domain. Upon your arrival in Romania, staying connected with your friends or simply your workplace is a priority. The following guide will show expats everything there is good to know about the best mobile internet in Romania, as well as the landline and internet connection here. 

04 March 2020
Taxes in Romania
Taxes in Romania

With a marketplace of 20 million, breathtaking landscapes and a very well-educated workforce, Romania offers great opportunities to foreign businesses and expats who want to move here. But, like many other countries, Romania has different types of taxes to pay. Here is all you need to know about these fees.

04 March 2020
Driving in Romania
Driving in Romania

Whether you are coming for a short stay or moving to Romania for a period of time, it is a pity not to take advantage of the beautiful local roads. Do you need another license? Which are the driving rules in Romania? Let's find out! 

04 March 2020
Travelling around Romania
Travelling around Romania

Travelling across the regions and cities of Romania should definitely be a priority while coming to this country. Using trains, buying tickets, taking the plane or renting a car could be the possible means of transport here. But which one would suit you better? Read more down below. 

04 March 2020
Getting around Bucharest
Getting around Bucharest

The public transport in Bucharest covers all the areas, and it's impossible not to find the right one for you. Here is all you need to know about getting around the city in the most comfortable way. 

04 March 2020
The lifestyle in Romania
The lifestyle in Romania

If you are considering moving to Romania, you must be looking for information about the future lifestyle you will be experimenting with. Are the people friendly? Is there an interesting tradition you want to be part of? This article will clear up these questions. 

04 March 2020
Relocating to Romania
Relocating to Romania

Are you an expat, looking forward to relocating to Romania for work? You may think it is such a difficult task to pack up and move all your possessions, but there are moving companies, which make your work a lot easier. Read this helpful article to find more. 

04 March 2020
Travelling to Romania with pets 
Travelling to Romania with pets 

Planning to travel to Romania with a pet company? Is this country a pet-friendly one? Here are all the requirements in order for your stay to be pleasant. 

04 March 2020
Visas for Romania
Visas for Romania

Looking forward to your experience in the Romanian regions? First, you need to know everything about the visa and other application processes and procedures to make your stay comfortable. 

04 March 2020
Travelling to Romania
Travelling to Romania

Romania is a fished-shaped country located in Eastern Europe, best known for the Dracula stories surrounding it, but also for its small villages and medieval castles well-preserved. But which are the legal procedures to reach this archaic way of living? Everything you need to know about this story will be presented in this article.

04 March 2020
Discover Romania

Ever since Bram Stoker's book and then Hollywood's movie adaptation, Romania is very popular due to the link to Count Dracula. However, there are so many more things about this country that people don't know about.

04 March 2020
Starting a business in Chile
Starting a business in Chile

Chile is considered one of the most stable economies in Latin America. As a tax-friendly country with a comparatively low cost of living than other popular business hubs around the world, it has become an ideal place to start a business while lowering overall risk.

28 February 2020
Internships in Chile
Internships in Chile

If you want to boost your resume and gain professional experience that will help you jumpstart your career, an internship is essential. Chile has a lot to offer geographically, but it also has a lot to offer in the way of internships. Most of the available positions are centred around Santiago and Valparaiso, but there are opportunities throughout the country in a wide range of fields. Read on to find out how to get your dream internship in Chile.

28 February 2020
The labour market in Chile
The labour market in Chile

Chile is ranked as a high-income economy (first world or developed country) by the World Bank and is considered as South America's most stable and prosperous nation-leading Latin American nations in competitiveness, income per capita, globalisation, economic freedom, and low perception of corruption according to the United Nations Development Program.

27 February 2020
Working in Santiago
Working in Santiago

Chile is a country which is very developed in some ways, such as infrastructure, and very underdeveloped in others like poor customer service and government bureaucracy. You need to be able to finance yourself for at least a year to gain any toehold. Even for Chileans, finding a job in Chile is hard. However, sometimes a qualified foreigner may get a job that an equally qualified Chilean won't be entitled to because the common perception is that foreigners are often better professionals than Chileans.

27 February 2020
Childcare in Senegal
Childcare in Senegal

Known for its welcoming people, year-round sun and natural landscapes, Senegal is a great place to move with your family, especially as its one of the safest countries in the region. If you have kids under the age of 16, looking for an appropriate school for them should be one of the first things you do. Senegal has a French-based education system with lessons taught in French in public schools. There are a number of private schooling opportunities in the major cities too, which are popular with expats. In addition, there is a wide range of nursery and childcare options in Senegal.

27 February 2020
Accommodation in Chile
Accommodation in Chile

Rentals are common in Chile. In small towns or rural parts, houses and cabins are the most common options. In the city, apartments are more readily available. Prices tend to be higher during the summer in tourist areas such as the south.

27 February 2020
Accommodation in Santiago
Accommodation in Santiago

There are many options for housing in Santiago, including many different types of areas to live as well as different price points. This article gives you an insight into the local rental market and tips for finding a home.

27 February 2020
Buying property in Chile
Buying property in Chile

Chile has a history of strong private property rights for Chilean citizens and foreigners alike. Although the government may legally expropriate property, including the property of foreign investors, for public or national interests, expropriation is rare as property rights and contracts are strongly respected.

27 February 2020
Study in Chile
Study in Chile

In recent years, Chile has become an important destination for students from around the world who want to continue or further their education in a Spanish-speaking country. This includes exchange students, postgraduate students and others.

27 February 2020
The Chilean lifestyle
The Chilean lifestyle

Lifestyle in Chile greatly depends on whether you opt for the city or country life, the climate, and many other cultural factors. Here is what you need to know.

27 February 2020
Culture and traditions in Chile
Culture and traditions in Chile

Chile's culture and traditions stem from its fairly homogeneous population of indigenous people, mainly the Mapuche, and the Spanish settlers of the colonial period. Chile's geographical location between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean also tends to isolate Chile from outside influences.

27 February 2020
Raising children in Chile
Raising children in Chile

Chile is a very family-friendly country, and people love seeing children and families. Chile is also a very safe place to raise a family.

27 February 2020
Safety in Chile
Safety in Chile

Chile is one of the safest countries in Latin America. The security environment in Chile is moderately safe, with comparatively less violent crime than in other Latin American countries.

27 February 2020
Relocating to Chile
Relocating to Chile

Relocating to a foreign country can certainly be a daunting task. Yet, with proper planning, it can be done with fewer headaches and problems. Here is what you need to know about relocating to Chile.

27 February 2020
Relocating to Chile with your pet
Relocating to Chile with your pet

Chile has rules and regulations on the entrance of animals into the country, but bring your pet is not particularly difficult. In most cases, as long as all the paperwork has been presented, there are no quarantines.

27 February 2020
Getting around Chile
Getting around Chile

Chile has many options for public transportation as the price of gasoline can be quite high and thus, many people don't own cars. Gas prices as of early 2020 were averaging 800-850 CLP per litre or about $4.50 USD per gallon.

27 February 2020
Things to see and to do in Chile
Things to see and to do in Chile

Many beautiful parks, lakes, rivers in addition to the stunning coastline and mountains are at Chile's centre. With nature at one's fingertips, outdoor activities are numerous, although bigger cities have many indoor activities as well.

26 February 2020
Thing to see and to do in Santiago
Thing to see and to do in Santiago

There are many different leisure activities in Santiago. After all, a large metropolitan area of over 7 million inhabitants provides a wide variety of activities for all kinds of interests.

26 February 2020
The Chilean cuisine
The Chilean cuisine

The food culture and traditions of Chile stem from its native Mapuche heritage as well as from the (mainly Spanish) Europeans settlers. The culture differs depending on the area of the country - north, central, or south.

26 February 2020
Phones, Internet, and Mail in Chile
Phones, Internet, and Mail in Chile

If you are wondering how to obtain a landline, a mobile phone or internet, or how to send mail in Chile, here's an overview of the local communication services.

26 February 2020
Driving in Chile
Driving in Chile

While in Chile on a tourist visa, you may drive with the driver's license from your country of origin or an International Driver's License. You may also rent a car with an International Driver's License and purchase the necessary insurance. Once you are granted temporary residency, you must get a Chilean driver's license.

26 February 2020
Income tax in Chile
Income tax in Chile

To work legally in Chile, all foreign employees must have registered for and received a RUT (Rol Único Tributario) number. This number will effectively be their tax identification number and social security number, as well as a more general form of civic identification for bank accounts, buying a car, and more.

26 February 2020
The cost of living in Chile
The cost of living in Chile

The cost of living in Chile can vary depending on many factors. For example, city living is usually more expensive than country living. Lifestyle and consumption choices also make a difference in the cost of living. All that aside, while Chile is one of the most expensive countries in Latin America to live in, it still tends to be cheaper than living in the USA, for example.

26 February 2020
Visas for Chile
Visas for Chile

Nationals from the majority of countries around the world can just show up in Chile without a visa if they go for tourism purposes. You simply need to state that you are a tourist, and they will stamp your passport and give you a paper saying you are a tourist for 30-90 days. Keep this paper in your passport as you will need it to exit the country!

26 February 2020
Permanent residency and citizenship in Chile
Permanent residency and citizenship in Chile

Permanent residency called permanencia definitiva is the permission granted to foreigners to stay indefinitely in Chile and develop any lawful activity in the country, which includes getting a job or starting a business.

26 February 2020
Travelling to Chile
Travelling to Chile

For citizens of more than 80 countries of the world, travelling to Chile as a tourist is fairly easy. If you are from one of these countries, you do not need to apply for a tourist visa before you leave home. 

26 February 2020
Discovering Chile

Magical, mystical Chile, the narrowest country in the world, forms the southwestern coast of South America. It boasts sharp geographical contrasts from the driest desert in the world (the Atacama) in the north to the mild Mediterranean climate in central Chile, to the famous fjords and glaciers of southern Chile--known as Patagonia. All of this beauty culminates in the far reaches of islands approaching Antarctica. 

26 February 2020
Accommodation in Senegal
Accommodation in Senegal

No matter what you are doing in Senegal or how long you are staying, finding the right accommodation will be at the top of your to-do list. From Airbnb and co-shares to apartments, villas and hotels, there is a wide range of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets.

26 February 2020
Buying a property in Senegal
Buying a property in Senegal

Senegal has captured the hearts and minds of many travellers who visit its golden sandy beaches, bustling cities and jaw-dropping scenery. Known as the Land of Teranga for its population's legendary hospitality and generosity, Senegal is a place where one-time visitors often become long-term stayers and for those wishing to settle down there permanently, buying a property could not only let you create your perfect home but also make financial sense.

26 February 2020
Accommodation in Dakar
Accommodation in Dakar

As Senegal's thriving capital city, Dakar is one of the most developed places to live in the country, offering many of the amenities that you might have come to expect back home. It is also one of the most expensive places to live and, in certain districts, incredibly crowded with many people vying for accommodation and subsequently pushing the rents up.

26 February 2020