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...
Sponsoring Highly Skilled Migrants Under The Global Talent Program
With Australia’s international travel restrictions, it is becoming more important for employers to be aware of all visa options available in the migration program for professionals. Interstaff will be exploring these opportunities in their email series on ‘Migration in the COVID-19 Era’. Here’s what employers and skilled individuals should know about the Global Talent Program. Written by Sheila Woods of Interstaff 25 November, 2020 What...
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...
Beware The Mortgage Payment Holiday For Buy To Let
With the current Covid crisis many banks are offering mortgage payment holidays in accordance with UK government policy. However, the consequences for buy to let investors need to be considered to ensure it does not impact your credit for future investments. As England moves into its latest full lockdown and banks once again offer...
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...
Life As A Digital Nomad – A Personal Perspective
Becoming a digital nomad is an increasingly popular option and the pandemic has made many people digital nomads as they work from home even if they are unfamiliar with the term. Here I share my experience of moving to Spain to take advantage of my ability to live as a digital nomad. Written by Nigel...
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...