One of the main reasons people move abroad is to be able to better support their families back home. Recently, however, remittances from Oman have been decreasing - we take a look at why that's happening.    more ...

You've been dreaming of the expat life for years. You've done all your research, picked a destination, worked out what your new cost of living will be, planned your goodbye party, bought the airline tickets... and then your new home decides to reform its citizenship rules. Suddenly you might be back to square one, no longer able to fulfil the requirements of the visa you've been coveting for years.

This is a reality for many expats, including those moving to Australia. We've put together a short guide to the new citizenship reforms and how they might affect you.    more ...

It's nearly back to school time for many people! How are your kids coping with the transition? Rosemary Border Rabson talks about La Rentrée in France.    more ...

The expat life can be a hard slog, especially when you're just getting set up. Working out which visas you need, navigating your adopted country's bureaucracy, and finding a place to live can all present challenges. It's therefore easy to forget why you moved abroad in the first place - for a taste of something new.    more ...

In this month's column, Barry O'Leary talks about the challenges and joys of raising bilingual children.    more ...

There are many different ways of living abroad, and many reasons why people choose to make the move. Retirement is one of the most popular options, usually to a place where the pace of life is laid-back and the weather more favourable.    more ...

Moving abroad with children in tow can be particularly worrisome - how do you ensure they're getting a good education? Will they make new friends? Finding the right school can answer both of these questions. With that in mind, we've put together a guide to international schools in Brunei.    more ...

Retirement is one of the most popular reasons for relocating abroad. If you're thinking of Canada as your next destination, here's a guide to retiring there.    more ...

Getting to know and understand the local culture is an important part of moving abroad. This week, we take a look at De Balie cultural centre in Amsterdam, which holds regular events that will be of interest to expats and locals alike.    more ...

This week we have a laid-back series of articles for you, pertaining to summer, retirement, relaxation, and some of the most dreamworthy expat locations.    more ...