A Beginner’s Guide To Understanding The 820 Partner Visa
There are many people who would like to live with their partners in Australia. The 820 partner visa provides an opportunity for couples to begin their lives together. Understanding its requirements and the application process can help couples plan their future. What Is the 820 Partner Visa? The partner visa 820 Australia allows the spouse...
How To Help Your Child Thrive In A New Cultural Or Learning Environment
Adjusting to a new cultural or learning environment can be exciting but also challenging for a child. Whether the change involves moving to a new country, starting at a different school, joining a bilingual program, or transitioning to a new educational system, children often need intentional support to adapt and thrive. Understanding their needs and...
How To Settle Socially And Build A Support Network As An Expat
Moving to a new country brings opportunity discovery and excitement, but it also introduces social challenges that many expats underestimate. New surroundings, unfamiliar customs, and distance from loved ones can make even confident people feel isolated at first. While adjusting takes time, building a strong social foundation early can significantly improve both emotional well-being and...
How Do I Choose The Right Health Insurance Provider As An Expat, And Should I Use A Broker?
Choosing the right healthcare insurance policy can make a real difference to how successfully you start your journey abroad – or whether you start it at all. For expats, it’s as important as picking the right country: health insurance varies depending on many factors (location, lifestyle, family size, etc.), and individual needs differ – students,...
Health Insurance For British Citizens Living Abroad
It is estimated that as many as one in ten British-born people live outside the UK and around 400,000 people a year have emigrated from Britain for the past ten years. Whatever the reason for moving abroad access to healthcare and health insurance is a priority. This article was written for...
Best Tips For Renting Vehicles While Relocating
Arrivals are busy, and the first week after a move fills fast. You will juggle bank visits, housing viewings, and supply runs. A reliable rental turns scattered errands into a clean schedule. The right plan saves time, reduces stress, and helps the budget hold. If you land at Hobart Airport, a short shuttle to nearby...
Employing Work And Holiday Makers Beyond Six Months In Australia | Staying Compliant
Does your business hire Working Holiday Makers (otherwise known as Subclasses 417 and 462 Visa holders) but find the six-month work condition limiting? While Condition 8547 generally limits a Working Holiday Maker’s work with the same employer to six months, many employers may not realise their options to allow for a longer period of work....
New English Requirements For Australian Visas
For most Australian visas, English proficiency matters. Unless exempt, applicants need to meet specific English language requirements that vary depending on whether they are the primary or secondary applicant and the type of visa they are applying for. The Department of Home Affairs has recently changed the English language criteria for several skilled visa categories....
How To Prevent Identity Theft When Relocating Internationally
You are likely to experience identity theft when moving to another country. This is because you connect to many points during relocation, like the airport, hotels, and travel agents. You might want to send copies of your work, travel, and financial documents. You may want to connect to public Wi-Fi to transfer money, pay for...
Is Your European Health Insurance Card Expiring? What To Do Now
Brits are being urged to check the expiry date on their European Health Insurance Cards (EHIC) before their summer travels. Travel insurance comparison experts at Quotezone.co.uk have issued a warning as travellers could be caught out if their card has expired. The GHIC (Global Health Insurance Card) replaced the EHIC in 2020, providing access to emergency and medically...
Sell, Store Or Ship When Moving Abroad?
There are many questions when you are moving abroad and for many there is no right answer. One of these will be whether to take things with you or buy or rent when you get there. The answer is, of course, it all depends… The first point is how long you are going to be...
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...