Three-Quarters Of Expat Men Worried About Local Healthcare
In recognition of Men’s Health Week, new research reveals that the majority of men living abroad are concerned about their local healthcare facilities, with two-thirds prepared to return to their home country for treatment. Four-in-five (84%) male expats have needed to access healthcare since moving abroad, according to new research by AXA – Global Healthcare....
Culture and Lifestyle In Australia
Australia’s aboriginal population first arrived around 50,000 years ago and continue to have a strong influence on Australian culture. The British began their colonisation in 1788 and this has led to the development of Australia’s highly westernised contemporary culture. The original British occupation of Australia as a penal colony was followed by many subsequent...
Trend In Dependent Visas Generally Positive But Not In All Markets
Dependent visas allow spouses and family members to travel for the purpose of accompanying a family member with a corresponding visa type. Fragomen’s research shows a generally positive trend in many countries but sees a constriction in some countries. Fragomen, the leading immigration law firm, has published research on the workings of immigration systems...
Five Tips For Becoming A Parent Abroad
Tom Wilkinson of Axa Global Healthcare has been thinking about his own experience of becoming a parent while living abroad. He says 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. Written for Expat Network by Tom Wilkinson, CEO, AXA...
Expats In The UK Are Worried About Domestic Politics
Research conducted by Axa – Global Healthcare in the UK, France, UAE, Canada, China and Hong Kong shows that with Brexit looming expats living in the UK are more nervous about domestic politics than those in other major international countries. Written for Expat Network by Axa – Global Healthcare New research reveals that...
Why Do Expats Fear Coming Home?
Living the expat dream is a lifestyle choice that many people would seize if they had the opportunity. The chance to experience different cultures, climates and lifestyles is a prospect too exciting to ignore, and with international travel and trade opening up employment opportunities across the globe, the global expat population is estimated to rise...
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...
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...
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...
Global Cities At Risk Of A Housing Bubble
Investing in property in major cities can offer good returns but you need to avoid buying at the top of the market. Benoit Properties look at the Bubble Risk of the markets around the world. Taken from an article by Benoit Properties When considering adding to your property portfolio, a major part of your...
Pay Increases Expected In The Energy Sector
Airswift and Energy Jobline have launched the second annual Global Energy Talent Index (GETI), the energy recruitment and employment trends survey. The report shows a majority expecting increased pay in the next 12 months. The survey shows the demographic profile of the industry is still dominated by males (90%) and with 49% over 45 and...
Number Of Expat Workers Over One Million By 2021
The global trend for international mobility looks set to continue as smaller and medium-sized multinationals, in particular, drive growth and encourage greater movement of employees around the world. This is a key finding from a study by Finaccord, which reveals that the number of multinationals worldwide is on course to reach 13,900 by 2021 while...