If there’s one thing that expats around the world do, it’s travel. This may seem like a really obvious statement, seeing as how a person has to travel in order to become an expat, but one doesn’t have to be a genius to look at expat communities in countries around the globe and see that...

Expats that secure their own health insurance quickly learn that their premiums will rise year-on-year. Health policies aren’t like motor policies where, given you’ve made no claims, you’ll find a discount on your premium for the next coverage period. This article from our sponsor, Pacific Prime Dubai, will help explain why health insurance premiums always...

Let’s face it: we all want to save money. However, when it comes to securing most forms of insurance – especially expat car insurance – jargon and pricing complexities can make finding the best deal a daunting process. This article was written exclusively for Expat Network by Kwiksure Singapore So, in an effort to bring...

The United States is one of just a few countries that employ lifelong tax reporting requirements for its citizens. So, many US expats are stunned when they find out that they are required to file annual US tax returns – regardless of how long they have lived abroad. Below is a quick reference guide to...

As most Expat Network users know, the world is more globalized than ever before, and people are crossing boundaries all the time to make themselves a home in a new land, whether permanently or for a limited time. As such, some places are becoming hotspots for attracting those looking to work, and live in an...

At a loss over losing money when you need to send cash back home? It’s a common problem for expats who are getting stung by excessive fees and hidden charges from banks. With CurrencyFair, an online marketplace, secure transactions are made faster and far cheaper. Sending Money Abroad – this article was written exclusively for Expat...

The impact of the Brexit referendum has made investing in UK property for British expatriates an attractive prospect. Yet the practicalities of doing so can be a little more tricky. With increased regulations around lending and changes to lending practices, many lenders have withdrawn from the market, leaving expatriates struggling to find ways to invest...

Seasoned recruiters will tell you that experienced professionals often make similar mistakes on their CV that the recent university graduates make. Even though you may be perfectly qualified for a position, a lack of focus on your CV may be just as harmful as inexperience. This article was written exclusively for Expat Network by Lee...

Living in modern-day UK, it’s hard to ignore the issue of immigration in the wake of the EU referendum vote. This continues to polarise opinion between the left and right of the political spectrum, despite recent reports confirming that migrants from the European Union are net contributors to the UK economy and collectively pay £20...

US Expat Taxes have been affected by significant changes to the American tax system between 2017 and 2018. Some of the changes are made annually, like alterations to tax brackets, deductions, and personal exemptions, though others were distinctive, like the sweeping tax reform that was passed at the end of the year. This article has...

A US citizen living and working abroad can use the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion as a shield against US taxes. Here is how to maximize the value of the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) in 2018. This article has been written exclusively for Expat Network by American Expatriate Tax Consultants Qualifying for FEIE An individual...

Moving to Spain can be daunting. It is a beautiful country: warm, friendly and fun to live in. We know the pros – the good weather, the friendly people and the lovely houses. However, there are a lot of factors to take into account when you are ready to move. Here are a few for...