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foreign language

7 Mistakes Stopping You From Improving Your Foreign Language Skills

Anyone interested in learning a new language needs to remember that this is no walk in the park. Learning a different language demands dedication, hard work, and a lot of patience from the learner’s side. Setbacks are always possible, and everyone should expect to make some mistakes at the beginning of their journey. The best...

child abduction

Child Abduction By Spouse – Precautions and Legal Remedies

Child abduction by one parent from another following marital breakdown can be a harrowing experience. Prevention is preferable as legal remedies can be expensive and difficult. Here Samara Iqbal of Aramas Law explains the legal remedies and practical precautions available. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Samara Iqbal, Director & Solicitor of Aramas Law Ltd ...

homesickness

8 Tips for Avoiding Homesickness When Living Abroad

Living abroad can be a very fulfilling experience; however, many people experience homesickness. These eight tips can help you adjust to your new home and cope with any homesickness you are experiencing. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Kevin Gardner 1. Bring Some of Your Favourite Things It is not practical to bring everything...

tested tips for expats

Making Friends With Locals: 7 Tested Tips For Expats

Making new friends is hard enough without the added pressure of a whole new country full of different people, places, and customs. Moving to a new country comes with many logistical and social challenges, and loneliness is often voted the number one point of concern for expats. It’s normal for things to feel awkward...

moving to switzerland

Moving to Switzerland: The insider’s guide – Part Three

This is Part Three of a series of extracts from an article by Byron Mühlberg of Monito originally published on Monito.com.  Written by someone who just moved to the country this guide helps people get a better picture of what they can reasonably expect along the way as they prepare for, embark upon and embrace their move...

moving to switzerland

Moving to Switzerland: The insider’s guide – Part Two

This is Part Two of a series of extracts from an article by Byron Mühlberg of Monito originally published on Monito.com.  Written by someone who just moved to the country this guide helps people get a better picture of what they can reasonably expect along the way as they prepare for, embark upon and embrace their move...

moving to switzerland

Moving to Switzerland: The insider’s guide – Part One

We are publishing a series of extracts from an article by Byron Mühlberg of Monito originally published on Monito.com.  Written by someone who just moved to the country this guide helps people get a better picture of what they can reasonably expect along the way as they prepare for, embark upon and embrace their move to Switzerland....

lockdown

Moving Countries Post-Lockdown: What You Need to Know

Every year, thousands of Brits move abroad to seek a better life, better opportunities or simply to experience new cultures. In fact, it’s estimated that between 1 and 2.2 million currently live in the EU, and many hundreds of thousands live further afield in countries like Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Written exclusively for Expat...

Moving Abroad During A Pandemic

Tips On Moving Abroad During A Pandemic

Moving is actually one of the most stressful life events, together with going through a breakup or losing a loved one. As if relocating wasn’t difficult enough, you now have the added stress of the coronavirus pandemic. If you’ve managed to get the green light to make the move, despite travel restrictions and lockdowns, then...

Expat Life In Roskilde, Denmark

Everything You Need To Know About Expat Life In Roskilde, Denmark

Dating back more than 1,000 years, Roskilde, Denmark, is rich with history, culture and personality. In addition to being a beautifully designed city with theatre, restaurants and an art scene to please even the most refined tastes, Roskilde is also a fantastic place for children. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Victoria Berman of AvocadoPesto...

Tax free

7 Countries Where You Can Live Tax Free

Why establish tax residency? With most Western countries around the world having marginal tax rates upwards of 30-40%, it is not surprising that second residencies and passports are on the rise as people begin looking for low tax alternatives. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Mark John of Offshore Protection Thanks in large part...

keeping in touch

Keeping In Touch With Friends And Family From Abroad

Missing friends and family is something we’re becoming all too used to at the moment. For expats though, it can be especially tough. Prior to lockdown, research by AXA – Global Healthcare found that nearly half (48%) of expats who have felt isolated at some point, miss friends and family. Written for Expat Network by...