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Visas, Volunteering and Eco Villages

The process of applying for a UK visa is notoriously difficult. In a new column, Australian expat Genevieve Rogis talks us through what it’s like to apply for a partner visa.

Columnists Rosemary Border Rabson and Kathleen Peddicord have also posted articles this week; Rosy discusses life in the Morvan, while Kathleen provides a list of places to retire to if you want the grandchildren to come and visit.But it’s not just about retirement and partner visas – there are lots of reasons why people decide to move abroad. Perhaps you’ve always wanted to live in an eco village? Here’s a guide to some of the main ones in New Zealand.

Many people move abroad, on a temporary or permanent basis, to be volunteers. Here’s an expat guide to responsible volunteering.

If you’re looking to live overseas, finance is one of the main things to take into consideration. Alongside our weekly financial update, this week we have posts about the most common money mistakes made by expats, and how to buy property in Canada.

Andrea shares her experience of expat life in Taiwan, and Lisa tells us what it’s like to live in Turkey.

If you’re thinking of moving to Canada, the Caribbean, or the USA, we have recommended blogs and social media accounts for you to follow.


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