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4 Countries Rolling Out The Red Carpet For Expat Entrepreneurs

In an era of increased globalization, the talent pool is no longer confined to borders. Many countries have recognized the importance of attracting skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and digital nomads from abroad. The expat community has proven to be a driving

Expat Focus International Healthcare Update December 2023

Medical Authorities Warn of New Health Concern in Europe Recent reports of a pneumonia outbreak in China, primarily affecting children, have raised concerns among European health authorities regarding a potential future epidemic in the EU. The Netherlands Institute for Health

Expat Focus Financial Update December 2023

Banking for UK Expats We have reported extensively on the closure of UK expat bank accounts post-Brexit and the situation is still ongoing. If you have been affected by your bank’s decision but still require a UK bank account, what

The Most Affordable Places To Buy Property In Asia 2024

In recent years, the Asian property market has undergone notable changes, influenced by factors such as rapid urbanization, technological advancements, and demographic shifts, alongside the global repercussions of events like the COVID-19 pandemic. Traditional real estate hubs in Asia have

The Most Affordable Places To Buy Property In Europe 2024

In recent years, the European property market has witnessed a dynamic shift, influenced by factors such as changing lifestyle preferences, economic fluctuations, and the impact of global events like the COVID-19 pandemic. While some traditional hotspots have seen their property

Expat Focus Wellbeing Update November 2023

The French Wellness Frontier This month’s focus is on France—a country recently dubbed by Tatler as the ‘new frontier’ for luxury wellness escapes. The South of France has long been a hotspot for glamour and the celebrity lifestyle, with a

Expat Focus International Healthcare Update November 2023

Italy: New Charges for Non-EU Resident Expats In October 2023, the Italian government announced that it will be charging non-EU residents slightly over €2000 a year for access to the country’s public healthcare system, as part of its 2024 budget.

Expat Focus Financial Update November 2023

Expats in Europe ‘Locked Out’ of Pensions We’ve reported extensively on the recent policy of some British banks closing down expats’ accounts – a result of the complex passporting regulations across the member states of the EU post Brexit. Now

Expat Focus International News Update November 2023

Helsinki Named ‘Best City’ in Europe Conde Nast Traveller magazine has named the Finnish capital of Helsinki as the best city in Europe for British expats to move to in 2023. Safe, clean and friendly, Helsinki scores highly in terms

Podcast #125 Recap: Understanding Health Insurance In The USA With Cigna Healthcare

When you’re moving abroad, one of the things at the top of your to-do list should be sorting out health insurance, especially if you’re moving to a country like the USA with no universal healthcare system. So, where do you