If you are a United States citizen living abroad who has a temporary or permanent visual impairment, low vision, a physical disability that prevents you from holding a book, or another print disability, you may be eligible for a free program from the Library of Congress. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Donna Koh, Overseas...

While family law may not be top of the UK legislative agenda, Emma Collins, partner and head of Weightmans’ private client team, argues that prenups have an increasingly crucial part to play in divorce proceedings as we enter a post-Brexit world. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Emma Collins, Partner at Weightmans Like so...

Moving countries can be difficult, there’s a lot to consider before making your next international move. We’ve listed some of our top tips for making leaving the UAE easier for you. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Crown Relocations   Accommodation Find out when your old contract ends, it’s important to know when you are going...

It is the dream of every ambitious student to travel the world, study in the best colleges on the planet, and compete with the best of the best brains from all over the world. Such education opportunities are rare to find, so one must make the most of them when they come knocking. Written exclusively...

Being an expat has its benefits and can also expose you to more unknowns. What would happen if you were injured or unwell and unable to work? Clements Worldwide have compiled a quick checklist to help you in your planning and what you might need in your new home country. Don’t leave anything to chance...

From questions of identity to adjusting career goals and fears of putting everything on hold, becoming a trailing husband can be difficult at times. But it is also a hugely rewarding experience. Before you pack your bags, check out these six tips to help make the transition smoother as you move into your new role....

It’s no secret that expats are on the road a lot. It’s also no secret that all of this travel can often hurt an expat’s wallet in the long run. It’s for that reason that we’ve put together this article with some travel tips for expats to help you save time and money. Written exclusively...

Learning a language is not always essential but it have a real positive impact on life as an expat and help you to settle in to your new life.  Peter Jenkins of Sun-hat Villas & Resorts sets out the benefits. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Peter Jenkins, Managing Director of Sun-hat Villas & Resorts...

Living the expat dream is a lifestyle choice that many people would seize if they had the opportunity. The chance to experience different cultures, climates and lifestyles is a prospect too exciting to ignore, and with international travel and trade opening up employment opportunities across the globe, the global expat population is estimated to rise...

The latest HSBC Expat Explorer Survey certainly paints a positive picture of life as an expat. Expats say that the move has given them a more positive outlook in life (41%), a better overall quality of life (52%) and a better work/life balance (53%). Financially it is rewarding, with US$99,900 reported as the average expat...

There are many challenges when moving to another country.  Kevin Melton of AXA – Global Healthcare offers some practical advice on how to adapt to life abroad, rather than being overwhelmed Written for Expat Network by Kevin Melton, Sales and Marketing Director, AXA – Global Healthcare Moving to a new location can be as...

When moving to a new country there are many challenges.  Learning a new language has many challenges and many advantages.  Fluency Corp give their top tips to help you to learn a new language. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Fluency Corp Speaking the local language makes every aspect of adjusting to life in...