Deciding to up sticks and move to another country isn’t a decision that many people take lightly. The prospect of leaving friends and family behind gives us food for thought and is typically the deciding factor between going or staying. How do you stay connected to home when moving abroad? Given...

Planning to start a new chapter? Are you taking your pet with you? Do you know the laws related to moving abroad with pets? Well, now is the right time to find out, especially if it involves any furry companions you might bring with you, be that overseas or offshore. ...

Situated in Southern Europe, the Balkan Peninsula is home to some of the most beautiful yet often overlooked destinations on the continent. Balkan countries have long been characterised as places of political turmoil and instability, but the reality of living in this region is vastly different. Here is a guide to living in the...

You’ve spent weeks or even months planning to move to your dream home, and now it is time to move there. Even though it can be exciting buying a new home and even more so when it is in a new country, the whole moving process can get a little stressful. There are a...

The idea of living abroad is a fantasy that many of us have entertained. It can seem like a dream to imagine living in exotic foreign locales, enjoying all the best and most exciting opportunities that another country can afford. Today’s world makes it easier than ever to pursue your dreams of moving abroad. ...

There are countless reasons why people give up their home countries to become expatriates. Sometimes it’s work, education or retirement that lures them away. Other times it’s a yearning to live in another culture or a desire for a more simplistic, minimalistic or more meaningful existence. Whatever your reason is for starting your journey...

A long-distance relationship can be hard to maintain, and unfortunately, this is often the case. There is a lot of pressure on both parties to make things work and that can often end in tears. However, one survey discovered that long-distance relationships have a 58% success rate. That’s perhaps a little too close to...

Everyone should find ways to protect their personal information online. This is especially true for expats and others who are living abroad. Here are six tools expats can use to protect themselves against identity theft. 1. Education While it’s not as high tech as other common identity theft protection tools,...

Few things are as exciting as moving and living abroad, whether you’re taking on a part-time job or working full time. While the whole experience can be incredibly enriching and rewarding, things can get pretty overwhelming if you’re not being careful. In fact, many individuals who are new to living and working abroad tend...

In many ways, Saudi Arabia may appear to be a perplexing country. Traditional but contemporary. Friendly, yet on a safe distance. However, the kingdom has gone through many transformations over the last few years. Societal standards are constantly changing, as are the rules of behavior. This is why the number of expats moving to Saudi Arabia...

In this digital era, reliance on the internet is increasing. The internet is becoming almost a necessity as people use it daily for work and personal tasks such as banking, shopping, communication, entertainment and more. Devices and gadgets are increasingly becoming smart using technology to connect over the internet.  Internet security is key. ...

Moving abroad can be an exciting opportunity, but it also comes with some challenges. Here are 7 tips for expatriates.  These tips can help you navigate living as an expatriate.   Make Sure You Understand the Law The legal system doesn’t work the same way in every country and in most...