Happy new year! In her latest column, British expat Rosemary talks about bringing in 2019 in France. On the subject of all things French, in our latest podcast we caught up with Phill about his life in rural France, where he has renovated a property which he is now running as a guest house. As … Read more
Brexit is still weighing heavily on a lot of people’s minds. This week we’ve put together some thoughts about the impact the Brexit outcome might have on the UK's healthcare system. Of course it’s not just Brexit that makes international relocation complicated. Applying for an Australian partner visa can be quite a laborious task, so … Read more
None of us like to expect the worst, but it’s important to think about what might happen if things go wrong health-wise in a different country. This is particularly imperative if you’ve previously suffered from cancer, since cancer care standards can differ hugely from country to country. This month we’re taking a look at the … Read more
What’s it like to have a baby in the Netherlands? What do you need to know before you decide on your options? What help is provided, and what must you arrange yourself? Listen to our latest podcast to find out.Meanwhile columnist June Finnigan has been busy tasting some local delicacies: white truffles and roasted chestnuts … Read more
Somehow it’s November already! Our columnists are submitting their monthly articles, and first up is Rosemary Border Rabson, who talks about local traditions in France and how they differ from those in the UK. If you’re a British expat who’s running into relationship troubles, make sure you understand your legal position. In our latest podcast … Read more
What will happen to your rights as a UK citizen after Brexit? The answer, of course, is that no one knows. However groups like British In Europe are trying to find answers and working on discussions that will hopefully make the transition easier. Listen to Daniel Tetlow talking about Brexit's impact on British expats in … Read more
Autumn has arrived in the northern hemisphere, and we’re feeling the chill and watching the leaves turn here in Western Europe. In her latest column for Expat Focus, Rosemary Border Rabson tells us about autumn in her corner of France.For those who are just starting the process of moving abroad, though, there’s little time to … Read more
The seasons are turning in the UK, and people are looking to soups and roasts to keep them warm. We’ve rounded up some of the best Sunday roasts in London to keep you cozy this autumn.Bringing your pets when you move abroad is an important part of the process. Here’s how to do that if … Read more
What do you need to know before you move to Portugal? There was quite a bit of discussion around this topic in our Facebook group recently, so we put together a list of seven things you need to know if you’re planning to move there.Schooling has been a popular topic recently: worldschooling is just starting … Read more
We have our monthly round-ups for you this week: news from around the world relating to finances, healthcare, and general expat life.We have a guide available for you if you’ve planned a move to Costa Rica but you want to run your own business there. Make sure you know what your rights and responsibilities are … Read more