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Omsk, Russia's eighth largest city, is found over 2,700km from Moscow, the capital city. To date, its population amounts to some 1,160,500 inhabitants, including a large number of foreigners. They benefit from both branches of the Transsiberian transport network in order to allow the city keep at its fourth rank on the Russian economic ladder. Moreover, many big companies, such as Volvo and Gazprom Neft, which have chosen to set up their subsidiaries in Omsk rather than in other major Russian cities.

 St Petersburg he Northern capital, as Russians call it, and Moscow's eternal competitor for cultural and economical influence, has been attracting foreigners from all around the world for decades. To date, the Federal Immigration Service has registered some 16,920,805 foreigners in this city. In fact, St Petersburg offers various opportunities to young graduates and professionals trying to find a job there.

Finding a job in Moscow can be a quite tedious task, although the local labour market is very open and dynamic. Advance preparations are necessary, as well as a strong command of Russian, and fluent English. Knowledge of other foreign languages represent another key recruiting criteria. Moreover, high qualifications and specific skills are highly sought after in Moscow.

Russia has particular laws regarding immigration. Hence, foreign nationals are generally required to apply for a visa to travel to Russia. This excludes nationals from countries under a visa free regime with Russia. Nationals from other countries are required to apply for a tourist, business, humanitarian, private, work, student, or transit visa. Note that your visa has to be attached to your passport in all cases. You can apply for the appropriate visa at the Russian consulate or embassy.

Foreigners who have successfully applied for a job in Russia have to get a work visa to be able to work there. The work visa which is issued by Russian authorities authorises single to multiple-entries into the country and has different validity periods. Qualified and specialised workers visas generally have a one year validity. However, highly qualified professional are eligible to an extension to up to 3 years. Note that there is no minimum duration.

There are numerous formalities involved when entering and leaving Russia that you should be aware of, regardless of how long you will be spending there.

Stretching over 17,098,242 km2, Russia is a vast country which is found between Western Europe and North-east Asia. Russia is a very centralised country, with Moscow as its capital and most vibrant city, and several smaller cities such as St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Nizhny Novgorod, Yekaterinburg, Samara,

Staying in touch with friends and family both inside and outside of Kuwait couldn't be easier with today's technology. You can purchase SIM cards for your phone from the airport or one of many retailers all over Kuwait. There are several carriers to choose from and each have several different plans available. Ten GB data, talk, and text credit for your mobile phone will cost 5 KWD (approximately $17 USD) per month.

If you will be moving into company issued housing, your employer may provide many necessities for you upon arrival — this may include bedding (sheets, pillows, comforter), towels, dishes, and pots and pans. The department responsible for your hire should make a list for you of what they will provide you with to make the packing easier for you and your family. Most of the things you are used to in Western countries are available in Kuwait but it's still a good idea to bring any products you're particularly fond of.

Kuwait is a very small country located on the coast of the Arabian Gulf. Kuwait is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south, and Iraq to the north and west. In 2016, Kuwait's population was four million, 70% of which are expats.

If you plan to move to Macau with children, the question of education and recreation for them will, naturally, come up. Read on to find out more about international schools and educational facilities in the city as well as how to entertain your kids in the new place.

Macau is a small territory of just over 30 square kilometres, and China's Special Administrative Region. Despite the city's notably small size, it has long won the title of one of Asia's main entertainment centres, especially when it comes to nightlife and, of course, gambling. With that said, the Macau's leisure options are varied, and you can find plenty of things to do whether you like arts, music, shopping and dining out, outdoor activities and more.

When travelling to a foreign country, you will want to stay in touch with friends and family back home. Luckily, when living in Macau communication won't be a problem. The region has well-developed telecommunications networks.

Moving to a new place is always an exciting endeavour: new career opportunities, new acquaintances and new challenges await. However, before you set out on the new adventure, there is quite a lot to think about, and, eventually, you will need to plan the nitty-gritty of your relocation to Macau.

Though Macau has a very well-developed transportation system, if you plan to stay in the region for long, you may want to have the freedom of driving on your own. If you want to drive in Macau, you will need to get a permission from the local police station, convert your licence into a local one or get a driver's licence by passing a written and driving test.

Macau has a well-developed transportation system, and you should have absolutely no trouble conveniently getting around the city. From public buses and taxis to bicycles, sightseeing vehicles and ferries, touring the city is both fun and comfortable. What's more, Macau offers quick and easy travel options to other big Asian cities: Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Shenzhen.

Often called the “Las Vegas of Asia", Macau has come to be considered as an offshore tax centre for businessmen and investors thanks to its relaxed corporate and personal tax system. If you are thinking of relocation to Macau for professional or other reasons, read on to learn more about the region's advantageous taxation structure.

Located in the heart of Pearl River Delta, just a step away from Hong Kong, Macau is an exciting destination for young people to explore. A fascinating mix of Portuguese and Asian culture with a rapidly developing economy, it attracts travellers, professionals, people in business and, increasingly so, students. Read to find out about studying in Macau, the higher education system and enrolment procedures.

Macau is one of China's most interesting and popular regions. With a mix of Chinese and Portuguese cultural influence, it's a popular destination for tourists on short visits, and expats hoping to stay long-term. The one thing that sets Macau apart from other places in the world is its population density — with 21,236 people per square kilometre, it's the world's highest. Due to the city's small size, is one of the most vertical places in the world, with most residents live in high-rise buildings.

Despite its small territory, Macau is a popular destination for expats to live and work. Known for its highly developed tourism and entertainment sector, it's an especially popular spot for those seeking career advancement in these fields.

Macau is one of the world's top 20 travel destinations thanks to its rich historical heritage, diverse architecture, unique history and, of course, lavish gambling and luxury casinos and resorts. If you wish to travel to Macau, you will first need to enquire whether or not you require a tourist visa.

Macau is China's Special Administrative Region. However, when it comes to immigration policy, it retains its own visa and control system. Read on to find out about the types of visas needed to travel, live and work in Macau.

Macau, also known as Macao, is a city and autonomous region on China’s southern coast, on the other side of the Pearl River estuary from Hong Kong. Macau is one of the world’s most populated regions and one of the top 20 most popular tourist destinations. A former Portuguese colony, the region is home to 25 UNESCO World Heritage sights and boasts both Asian and European architectural monuments. It has a small, but growing, expat population.

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Moving to South Korea with young children requires thorough planning. On arrival in South Korea, you will probably need to find childcare for your children. Different types of childcare are available in the country, namely nurseries, kindergartens, and nannies. There is an option for everyone, no matter the budget and required hours.

Colombia has undergone a dramatic, positive transformation in a short period of time. In the last decade, more expats than ever before are visiting and moving to this incredible country. Whether you are looking for stunning nature or modern cities, Colombia has a variety of things to offer future expats.

Malaysia attracts students, young professionals, families and retirees from all over the world. It is a highly appealing destination for expatriates, which is partly thanks to initiatives established by authorities to attract a foreign workforce. In 2015, the Prime Minister unveiled a five-year-plan to join the ranks of 'high income' countries by 2020.

With Guatemala's rich cultural and historic heritage, stunning landscapes and dense cultural agenda, spending your free time in front of the television should not be an option during your expatriation! There are numerous ways to spend your leisure time in Guatemala.

Guatemala enjoys extensive and modern telecommunications networks, encompassing cellular and land lines, broadband internet and cable TV. Still, because of the difficulty to roll out fixed-line infrastructure in remote rural areas, mobile phones have been the fastest-growing market segment and remain to this day more common than landlines.

Bringing your personal belongings as well as your furry or feathery friends to Guatemala is a key part of your expatriation project. Entry formalities in Guatemala are quite straightforward, although taxes and duties are levied both on shipments of goods and on import of non-pedigreed pets.

The majority of public means of transportation in Guatemala is notoriously uncomfortable, so being able to drive is essential and offers much-needed freedom. Here is useful information for foreigners willing to drive in Guatemala.

Without passenger trains running on the national railways, air and road transport are the main means of transportation available to get around Guatemala, the latter being by far the most used. An overwhelming majority of passengers trips throughout Guatemala is made on second-class, so-called “chicken buses”.

Taxation in Guatemala is all but excessive; the country's revenue from tax, at 12.3% of GDP, is one of the lowest in the region according to the OECD. However, as an expat in Guatemala, you will need to get familiar with the local tax system in order to make sure you fulfil your legal obligations. Here is a cheat-sheet to taxation in Guatemala.

Facing one of the lowest adult literacy rate in Central America, Guatemala's higher education system has many challenges to tackle, and its universities might not yet be fit to compete with the likes of the MIT or Harvard. Yet the country has specialised into a niche to attract foreign students: language courses. As a result, thousands of students, from northern America and further, flock to Guatemala to study there.

Guatemala being a country of stark contrasts, the choice of a place to live deserves careful thinking. The accommodation in Guatemala is plentiful, and the country's housing market has hidden gems. As many other commodities in Guatemala, housing is very affordable by Western standards.

Guatemala has a stable economy driven by the primary and tertiary sectors. Although foreigners are only rarely employed in agriculture and industry, expats are in high demand in specific market segments such as tourism, language teaching and volunteering work.

Although a legal loophole allows foreigners to legally stay in Guatemala beyond the 90-day period without a residence permit, most expatriates elect to apply for one. Guatemala offers a two-tier residence system whereby first-time applicants are only entitled to a two-year temporary permit, which can be converted into a permanent one upon renewal.

The nationals of 86 countries can stay in Guatemala for a maximum period of 90 days without a visa of any kind. If you are a passport holder of one of the countries which are not exempted from the necessity to present a visa when entering Guatemala, here is an overview of the main visas available to foreigners willing to travel to Guatemala.

Probably one of the most underrated expatriation destinations, Guatemala is a culturally rich and stunningly beautiful country. Although the country’s image has suffered from security concerns over the past years, Guatemala all in all remains very welcoming to newcomers.

The State of Israel was created in order to establish a Jewish homeland, and while everything is made to facilitate the immigration of overseas Jews to Israel, non-Jews may find it more difficult to obtain a permanent residence permit.

Israel is a small Middle-Eastern country boasting both an incredibly rich historical and religious background and a buoyant contemporary scene. An overwhelming majority of Israelis are Jews who immigrated from all around the world to the country, bringing along their respective cultural heritage.

The family being a central institution and the cornerstone of the society in Nigeria, you should find the country quite welcoming if you move to Nigeria with children. Yet finding quality education services can be a bit of a challenge.

The numerous attractions, places of interest and cultural opportunities that Nigeria has to offer are apt to fulfil anyone's tastes. In addition to wonderful natural endowments, the country boasts quality cultural institutions, ensuring there are plenty of leisure activities to enjoy in Nigeria.

Phone and internet access in Nigeria typically goes through mobile networks, which offer relatively fast and reliable connection. Obtaining a functioning landline for fixed phone and internet is yet another affair but should not prove so big a deal as long as you live in a urban centre, where the telecommunications network is more developed.

Nigeria enforces stringent shipping and import regulations that will require some planning and preparation from you in order to ensure a smooth relocation to the country.

Given the unreliable nature of public transportation in Nigeria, having a car in Nigeria is deemed essential by a number of expats. Here is what you need to know about driving in Nigeria.

Getting around Nigeria can prove to be quite a challenge. Although transport infrastructure exists and is relatively well-developed, their overall state of neglect make them somewhat unreliable: driving on the derelict road network requires you to know your way around as well as to exercise caution, while public transportation means leave much to be desired. Here are a few tips you may find useful.

While competitive enough to bolster the country's appeal to foreign investors and skilled expats, Nigeria's tax system is also tasked with the responsibility of providing the government with enough resources to finance the country's development - company tax and petroleum royalties in fact account for the primary source of government revenue. Here is an overview of the main taxes in Nigeria.

Nigeria might not be the country that first pops into mind at the mention of studying abroad, but it has a lot to offer to potential international students. One of the most dynamic countries on the African continent, Nigeria actually represents the perfect study destination for open-minded students willing to discover and experience a new, different culture, and a stay in the country can represent a life-changing experience.

Nigeria suffers from a stark housing deficit, and only few of the units available meet Western expat standards. Accordingly, the cost of quality housing is quite high, and finding accommodation in Nigeria without the help of a corporate sponsor can be challenging. Here is a walk-through of Nigeria's housing market.