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What Visa Options Are Available For Expats In Hong Kong?

Hong Kong has a separate visa and immigration policy from China. If you are traveling from Mainland China you will need to go through Immigration and have your papers/passports checked. If you have the right to live or have land

Expat Focus International Healthcare Update August 2019

New safety report from Riskline targets female expats A series of travel safety report aimed at female expats and business travellers have been unveiled by travel advisors Riskline. With more than 220 countries and regions being covered, researchers have provided

What Effect Do Immigration Quotas Actually Have On Levels Of Immigration?

This question is often a hot-button political issue, with immigration quotas forming a core part of right-wing electoral agendas in particular. Brookings’ 2018 report on immigration says: “Immigration policy is often hotly debated for a variety of reasons that have

The Cost Of Living In Estonia

On January 1, 2011 Estonia joined the European Union and adopted the euro as its national currency. Previous to that, from 1928 to 1940 and then again from 1992 to 2011, the Estonian currency was the kroon. At the time,

How To Find A Job In Greece

Greece’s economy was hit hard by the global financial crisis in 2007 – 2008. Since then, the country has been struggling to recover and improve its economy. This has greatly affected the job market in the country. Greece has some

Banking In Colombia, Working In Croatia, And Decreasing Costa Rican Crime Rates

Moving abroad with kids in tow is difficult enough at the best of times, but even more so if you’re juggling work as well as childcare. Take a look at our article for some helpful tips. And if you’ve moved

What Are The Healthcare Options For Expats In Gibraltar?

The Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) was set up under the Medical (Gibraltar Health Authority) Act of 1987 and its purpose is to provide health care in Gibraltar, which is home to more than 29,000 residents. Gibraltar enjoys similar health, and

How To Buy A Property In Italy: A Guide For New Expats

Who among us hasn’t imagined themselves sitting under the Tuscan sun, sipping from a glass of wine while Domenico Modugno sings Volare on the stereo? Owning a piece of la dolce vita is the dream of many migrants coming to

What Banking Options Are Available For Expats In Finland?

Since 2002, Finland’s currency has been the euro. One and two-cent coins are rare in Finland, meaning it is common to find the amount rounded off to the nearest five cents. Goods and services are easily paid for using credit

New To London: How To Find A Co-Working Space

If you’ve just moved to London and have a remote job, or you’re a freelancer who needs a working space that isn’t your kitchen table, worry not; the British capital is full of excellent co-working spaces nowadays!The hard part is