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Expat Focus International News Update October 2019

Expats In Hong Kong Consider Leaving Increased numbers of expats living in Hong Kong are setting up a ‘Plan B’ for themselves and their families, as ongoing civil unrest makes the country difficult to live in.However, the news isn’t all

Expat Focus Financial Update October 2019

Preparations For South African 'Expat Exemption' Amendments Under Way The “expat exemption” act has some considerable changes planned for March 2020. Under the new rules, expats’ income will be taxable abroad, including any benefits and expenses they might have claimed.Companies

How Does Cancer Care In Belgium Compare With The UK?

Both Belgium and the UK have a high standard of healthcare and oncological treatment is generally considered to be good in both countries, although there have been contentions that cancer care in the UK lags behind that of other European

How Much Do Health Procedures Cost In Belgium?

The cost of medical procedures in Belgium will depend on one of four factors: whether you, as an expat resident: • are signed up with the national insurance scheme • have private health insurance • have a combination of national

How To Keep Fit And Healthy In Belgium

Belgium is an easy country to keep fit and healthy in if you’re an expat – though perhaps its national culinary reputation of frites, chocolate and beer might need a little revision if you’re to maintain your waistline!The country has

How To Register With The Health System In Belgium

Belgium’s healthcare system is based on a two-tier insurance model, consisting of both national and private health insurance. As an expat, you’ll be able to sign up for the national system as long as you are paying contributions into it,