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Expat Focus Financial Update December 2021

DeVere comes under fire for ‘loss of expats’ money’ Financial firm deVere is in the spotlight this month for allegedly losing large quantities of expats’ money. Wealthy expats, NHS staff working abroad, and expats working for construction companies all say

2021 UK Tax Changes To Pensions

Covid-19 has caused the UK Government to re-examine pension finances and to roll out certain reforms. These types of reforms, aimed at reducing costs, were inevitable in most European economies. In this article, we will look at four key topics:

UK Expat Tax – Indonesia And Thailand

Are you a British expat moving to or living in Indonesia or Thailand? Do you understand how the tax system works, and what reliefs are available? We are delighted to share with you a new video from Expat Focus partner

Expat Focus Mental Health Update November 2021

Mental health issues continue to feature in the post-pandemic news. We’ll take a look at some new developments and how they might affect you as an expat.   Mental health hotline in Prague is extended Prague’s Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital has

Expat Focus International News Update November 2021

Post-Covid confidence rises among expats The 14th annual Expat Explorer study, published in mid-October, shows that confidence among expats remains high. The yearly survey collects data from over 20,000 people who live and work abroad. As one might expect, 75%

Covid And Expat Tax – An Advisor’s View

Expats around the world have suffered a variety of inconveniences as a result of Covid-19. From halting relocation plans to trapping people abroad, the pandemic has certainly made its presence felt among the expatriate community. In this article, we’re going

Expat Focus Financial Update November 2021

Hong Kong “increasingly isolated”, experts warn Financial experts warned in early November that HKSAR is becoming ‘increasingly isolated’ as a result of the city state’s draconian policies. We have regularly reported on this issue throughout the latter stages of the

Online Courses For Expats Moving Abroad

If you intend to move abroad, it’s essential to do adequate research – for example, you may need to learn about visas or how to navigate the local healthcare system. With so much to think about, it’s easy to become