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A Guide To Visas To Work In Spain

More than just wanting to visit a different country, more and more people are wanting to truly immerse themselves in a new place. Whether it be due to warmer climate, better work conditions, higher quality of life, or family and friends. But to really move to and live in another country, a basic need for...

Retirement In Spain – 8 Key Steps To Take Before And After Your Move

Retirement in Spain remains popular among British nationals, and with very good reason – there are so many benefits to living there. Here, we look at 8 key steps to take before and after your move. It may take more advance planning and bureaucracy since UK nationals lost EU freedom of movement, but the reward...

I Haven’t Filed A U.S. Tax Return In Years. What’s The Risk?

Many Americans living abroad have proclaimed, “I’m so glad I don’t have to file U.S. taxes anymore.” Sadly, many of them get high fives! The taxation of Americans abroad is complex, requiring guidance from someone other than your dad. Many Americans do have U.S. reporting obligations and some penalty exposure. Learn more because the only...

How To Write An ATS-Friendly CV And Beat The Bots

When hiring, most organisations use software known as an applicant tracking system (ATS), which scans CVs, eliminates the least qualified applicants and creates a shortlist of the most suitable, all before a human has set their eyes on the applications. Fail to tailor or format your CV appropriately, and you may never hear back...

Helping Working Women – Thailand Extends Maternity Leave To 98 Days

Thailand is enhancing its maternity leave policy, increasing the duration from 90 days to 98 days. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Labour, aims to improve benefits for Social Security Fund (SSF) members and better support working mothers and their families. In this article, the experts at Pacific Prime Thailand will take a deep...

Right International Health Insurance Company For You

Finding The Right International Health Insurance Company For You

Finding the right international health insurance company for you is a challenge. There are so many companies but they do not all offer the same coverage and service. This comprehensive guide and listing of the top international health insurance companies can help you start your research. Review and compare available plans and be sure...

Spanish mortgages

Spanish Mortgages – Frequently Asked Questions Answered

Spanish mortgages follow different rules to those you may be used to in the UK or in the US. Here Mortgage Direct, a leading mortgage broker in Spain, provide answers to the frequently asked questions from expats looking to take out a Spanish mortgage. Written for Expat Network by Mortgage Direct Why not use...

Inheriting Spanish Property

Guide To Inheriting Spanish Property

Inheriting Spanish property follows very different rules and procedures to those people may be familiar with in the UK.  Here Alex Radford of My Lawyer in Spain guides you through the process. Written by Alex Radford of My Lawyer In Spain Step 1: find out whether there is a...

Buying Property In Spain: What Expats Need To Know

There’s no denying that there is something special about Spain.  Expats have been relocating to the country for years for the vibrant culture, temperate climate, long sandy beaches and low cost of living.  In fact, Spain has become such a popular haven for expats that in 2023, 15% of property sold was snapped up by...

New Requirements Of The Professional Visit Pass Of Malaysia

Malaysia’s Professional Visit Pass (PVP) is designed for foreign nationals seeking to engage in short-term professional activities. It serves as a gateway for experts, volunteers, students, and other professionals who wish to contribute their skills and knowledge in Malaysia for a specific period. In this article, our friends at Pacific Prime CXA will explore this...

Issues To Consider When Assessing A Salary Abroad

You just got a job offer that looks sweet in so many ways. Before you jump at the chance, think about all of the issues that should be considered when assessing what salary will be required when you take up a role abroad. Once you consider all of the following helpful tips, you will then...

safest places

The Safest Places For Expats To Live In New Zealand

New Zealand is one of the safest places in the world but even here some places are safer than others. Here International Citizens set out the factors that impact New Zealand and which places are safest. Originally published by International Citizens Insurance and published with their agreement If you’re looking for a safe place...