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Navigating UK Passport Renewal From Abroad: A Step-By-Step Guide For Expats

Renewing your UK passport while living overseas can seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re in the USA/ Mexico/ South America/ Caribbean, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Europe, Asia, understanding the process is key to avoiding delays and stress. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know…

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Expat Scams On The Rise: Brits Urged To Beware Fake Visas, Jobs And Insurance

Brits planning a move overseas are being urged to watch out for sophisticated scams targeting new and aspiring expats. The warning comes from travel insurance specialists at Quotezone.co.uk, who are encouraging those starting a new life abroad to familiarise themselves with common fraud tactics. Around 79,000 British citizens emigrated in the year to June 2024, making…

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Where Can You Purchase Pickleball Paddles When You’re an Expat?

I lived as an expat in Uganda and Kenya years ago, so I want to share some ideas where you can purchase a pickleball paddle if you’re an expat. If you’ve moved overseas and still want to play pickleball, you’re not alone. The sport is booming internationally and so is the demand for quality gear….

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Switching On Your Phone Abroad Could Cost You £100s When Visiting These Countries 

With Google searches for ‘working holidays abroad’ surging over 853% compared to this time last year, more Brits than ever are planning a summer of work and wandering. But while the idea of earning while you explore is appealing, Global Work & Travel is warning travellers not to let unexpected mobile phone charges ruin the…

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The Best Countries To Live In As An Expat

If you’ve ever dreamed of packing your bags and starting a new chapter abroad, 2025 might be the perfect year to take the plunge. The expat landscape is rapidly evolving, with the rise of remote work, enticing tax breaks, and increasing global mobility reshaping how people live and work abroad. As a result, countries now…

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Become A Greener Expat: Living Sustainably While Living Abroad

There are many things to consider when you choose to move abroad, but if you’re keen to minimise your impact on the planet, where you choose to go and what you do once you get there makes a huge difference. Moving countries provides you with a chance to start again – to rethink your processes…

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Top Reasons To Choose Removal Services For A Hassle-Free Move

Moving to a new home or office can be both exciting and overwhelming. The thought of a fresh start in a different place is often overshadowed by the daunting task of packing, transporting, and unpacking belongings. Many people underestimate the effort required to move, leading to stress, exhaustion, and even unexpected expenses. Fortunately, hiring professional…

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5 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Moving Internationally

The new year brings a sense of new beginnings and fresh starts. Some people want to continue what they started last year, while others want to explore and change their lives. One of the most common changes people aim for at the start of the new year is moving to a new location to start…

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Selecting An International Moving Company

The cost of moving all of your household goods can be significant, particularly if you are moving to another continent, and it may take weeks or months for your possessions to arrive.  You need to consider what it is sensible to take with you, and whether you need to send some things ahead. Where you…

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Comparing Quotes From Moving Companies

Make sure you get quotes from three potential removal companies. Then you will need to evaluate them and make a choice. Price will clearly be a factor, but you should decide what is important to you and ensure that you take these into account and avoid choosing the cheapest and then incur more cost down…

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