How Can Expats Manage A Lonely Christmas?
Almost the entire world has felt the impact of Covid-19 over the last two years, and the precautions we’ve all taken to prevent the spread of the virus have changed our lives in unimaginable ways. Kevin Melton of AXA – Global Healthcare looks at the impact on Christmas for expats living away from family and...
A Power Of Attorney Could Protect Your Overseas Property Purchase
Overseas property expert, Simon Conn, has reached out to his peers to comment on the importance of a Power of Attorney when protecting property and assets abroad, especially with Covid-19 ever present. Written by Simon Conn of Simon Conn Overseas Property and Finance With Brexit looming and the UK in its second official lockdown,...
Top Cities for Expats to Move to Post COVID-19
A new study has looked at the factors that are relevant to expats planning to move abroad to identify the best and worst cities for people to move to. Here we look at the best and the worst according to the study. With travel restrictions in place for most of the past year, the majority...
Australia To Reconsider International Travel Restrictions
The travel restrictions in place in Australia were expected to remain in place until late 2021 but the potential vaccination breakthrough may mean changes earlier than expected. Interstaff set out what is being discussed. Written by Sheila Woods of Interstaff 12 November, 2020 We were delighted to hear that a COVID-19 vaccination will be available in Australia...
Stuck Overseas During A Pandemic? Here’s What You Should Do
In this age of uncertainty, many worry about international travel. What if they are stuck overseas during a pandemic? Here is what you should do if so. Keep Up With Travel News Keeping up with travel news is key to your own personal safety. There are a lot of details during a pandemic. Rules...
What The Federal Budget Announcements Mean For Australia’s Migration Program
If you are seeking the expat lifestyle in Australia, you may be keen to know how international travel restrictions impact your plans. Australia’s 2020-21 Federal Budget has confirmed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic will continue to be felt by the nation’s migration program for years to come. Interstaff set out the implications. Written by Sheila Woods of Interstaff 20...
Critical Work and Compassionate Travel – Migration in the COVID-19 Era
In the Covid environment it seems travel to Australia over the next 12 months will continue to be restricted to people with a valid Travel Exemption. Interstaff set out what employers and visa applicants/holders need to know. Written by Sheila Woods of Interstaff 20 October, 2020 When is it possible to apply for an international Travel Exemption? At this time, Travel Exemptions are...
Expats Leading Healthier Lives During Lockdown
According to a survey by Aetna International into their experiences during lockdown expats are actively taking control of their physical health while they struggle with their mental health. 63.6% of expats admit that the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted their mental health and more than half of them would rather live in their home country during...
3 In 4 Agree Restricting Screen Time At Work Would Benefit Their Wellbeing
With more employees currently working from home due to the Covid-19 pandemic, workers are now more reliant on technology than ever before according to a recent report. The report explores how the use of technology was impacting employee well-being before the pandemic began and reveals how we can make adjustments to our relationship with digital...
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...
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...
Expat Lenders Keep Expat Mortgage Deal Flowing During COVID-19
Just one month after the UK government effectively put large parts of the UK property market into a form of hibernation, evidence is emerging that many specialist UK expat mortgage lenders are finding ingenious ways of keeping expat house purchases moving and delivering completions. Written for Expat Network by Guy Stephenson of Offshoreonline With much...