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Expat Focus Financial Update July 2023

Cost of Living Crisis Causes “23%” of Expats to Consider Selling Up According to recent research by Experts for Expats, around 23% of British expats are considering selling their UK properties. Undertaken in late 2022, the survey consulted 200 British

Why Britain’s History Is Attracting US Expats To The UK

Amy Heslop from Global Expatriate Tax Services (GETS) and Expatriate Tax Services London Ltd, official Expat Focus UK Taxation partners dealing with expatriate cross border issues, discusses why US expats are choosing to move to the UK. The UK’s rich

Expat Focus Financial Update June 2023

Mercer City Ranking for 2023 The annual Mercer City Ranking for 2023 has now been released, giving details of the most and least expensive cities on the planet for international employees. Hong Kong, Zurich and Geneva topped last year’s list,

Expat Focus International Healthcare Update June 2023

‘Hakeem’ to be Put in Place in Bahrain From September The Arabic kingdom of Bahrain is launching a new health insurance scheme for expats from September. Hakeem, which means ‘wise,’ will be replacing the previous Private Co-operative Health Insurance Programme.

Expat Focus Wellbeing Update June 2023

Inside Employee Minds This month, among other issues, we’re going to take a look at a recent research project on wellness and business. The Mercer report Inside Employee Minds, which surveyed over 2000 employees, identifies four ‘pillars’ of wellness in the

Expat Focus International News Update June 2023

Kuwait: Deportation of Expats Over 11,000 expats have been deported from Kuwait in the first four months of 2023, according to the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior. The deportations have been made on the basis of violation of residency laws. Surveillance

Understanding Sweden’s Social Welfare System

Sweden, a Scandinavian nation known for its progressive policies and high standard of living, boasts one of the world’s most comprehensive social welfare systems. Its commitment to supporting residents from cradle to grave through a wide array of benefits has

Introduction To The UK Housing Market-A Short Guide For Expats

The United Kingdom boasts a robust and dynamic housing market, presenting both opportunities and challenges for expats looking to settle in this historic nation. From buying your dream house in the serene countryside to renting a stylish flat in London’s

Making The Most Of The Land Of Opportunity-The Expat Guide To Starting A Business In The USA

The United States of America is globally renowned as a land of opportunity, especially in the entrepreneurial realm. Its reputation as an incubator for innovation, a hub of ground-breaking technologies, and home to diverse markets creates a compelling case for

Decoding Canadian Taxes: Essential Insights For Expats

Understanding the tax system of a new country can be daunting. In Canada, the tax system is progressive, meaning individuals with higher income pay a higher tax rate. The tax system comprises federal, provincial, and municipal levels, each with their