What Do I Have To Do To Complete My Renunciation Of US Citizenship?
One of the members of the Expat Network community asked the following question about his duties to file to complete his renunciation of his US citizenship and we asked Greenback Expat Tax Services to respond to his query. Question: I renounced my US citizenship on January 17, 2019. Since moving to Europe in 2010, I...
Talent Shortage To Drive Growth In Salaries In Oil And Gas Sector
The 2019 Global Energy Talent Index Report (GETI), the annual energy recruitment and employment trends report, has been published and against a background of rising oil prices shows increased optimism in the oil and gas job market. The GETI from Swift and Energy Jobline reports 65% of workers believe that their pay will increase in...
Life As An Expat – A Positive Experience
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...
Five Ways Expats Can Integrate Themselves In A New Country
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...
Top 5 Secrets To Learning Any Language Faster
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...
Florida Buyers Guide
If you are thinking about buying property in America, Florida is a popular area for property investors around the world. Benoit Properties provide their guide to buying in Florida. Taken from an article by Benoit Properties For investors looking to purchase an asset which is stable, offers good returns, and is well located, Florida...
The Best Places In The World To Work
HSBC’s annual Expat Explorer Survey ranks Germany as the best place to work in the world followed by Bahrain and the UK. A period working abroad can be the key to unlocking a more confident, creative and adaptable you according to HSBC, as it announces the best countries in the world to work abroad. The...
Plans To Cut Australia’s Permanent Migration Intake: PM, Scott Morrison
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is calling on State Premiers to prepare individual population policies for their state with an aim to reduce Australia’s permanent migration intake of 190,000 migrants per year. Written by Sheila Woods of Interstaff 3 December, 2018 Australia’s permanent migration intake is historically reviewed by the Department of Home Affairs as a national...
Should I Start My Business In The US Or In Belgium?
I’m an expat who has been living abroad for seven years. As I’m married to a Belgian citizen, I’m also a Belgian resident with right to work in the EU. I would like to start my own business as a freelance copywriter but am wondering if it’s more beneficial to start a business in the...
Five Tips When Having A Baby Abroad
Having a baby is one of the most life-changing experiences a person can go through. It’s an exciting but nerve-wracking time, and when you’re living somewhere new, there can be many unknowns which need navigating before the big day – from maternity leave timescales to hospital stays. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Andy Edwards,...
The Attractions Of Malta
Malta, with its 300 days of sunshine, laid back lifestyle, and long and colourful history has proved a popular spot for both tourists and expats. The total population is around 450,000, but this includes around 60,000 foreign nationals, of which 7,000 hold a UK passport. With its strategic position in the Mediterranean, it has long...
Passport And Visa Requirements For Malta
A visa is not required for stays of up to three months for EU nationals and those coming from visa-exempted countries. Visas available are single-entry visas (valid for one month), transit visas (24 hours) and multiple-entry visas (one year). Any non-EU foreigner planning to work in Malta must have an employment licence (formerly known as...