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If you’re a British family looking to travel the world for many years, where do you call home? In the case of Emma and Richard Pamley-Liddell and their three children, the place they lay their hats is now Bulgaria. In 2011, frustrated with long work hours, little family time and high childcare costs, they decided …
Where Nomads Make A Nest: The British Travellers Who Bought In Bulgaria Read more »
At this difficult time, we understand rapidly changing events can be even more complex for our expatriate readers. Our thoughts are with you, we hope you, your family and loved ones stay healthy. In response to the growing number of enquiries about COVID-19 from expats visiting our site, we have set up a page with …
Attention Expats: Coronavirus Updates & Advice Read more »
Switzerland has become the international hotspot for wealthy expats including Britons looking for a new home overseas. The nation is easily accessible from Britain, the rest of Europe and beyond, it is an incredibly conservative and stable country – which can appeal to those seeking the finer things in life – and it’s rising popularity …
The Pros And Cons Of Living In Switzerland Read more »
Whilst there are many well-documented advantages to becoming an expatriate, particularly if you want to broaden your cultural, spiritual and actual horizons, there are some downsides to living your life as a foreigner in a foreign land. For some people, these potential hurdles outweigh any benefits they could conceivably gain, and they stay put in …
Overcoming The Main Challenges Of Living Abroad Read more »
If you are dreaming of moving overseas, a good research is where you should start. There’s no point in moving somewhere where you’re going to face problems with integration and the quality of life leaves much to be desired. How the countries are ranked In this report, we’re going to be analysing the top 5 …
Where To Live Abroad – Top 5 Countries For Quality Of Life Read more »
Once upon time, fractional ownership was called timeshare and it was something that people were conned into and regretted. However, in recent years timeshare has been vamped up and received celebrity endorsement and is now referred to as fractional ownership. The question is, is fractional ownership a good way to buy a property abroad or …
Fractional Ownership: Examining The Pros And Cons Read more »
Removals can be costly, and if they’re not well organised, a great deal can go wrong. That’s why planning your removals well beforehand is essential to making your move abroad as smooth and stress-free as possible. In this guide, we will look at all of the removals options available when you move abroad, and how …
The Essential Guide To Cost-Effective International Removals Read more »
Expatra has had a flood of emails from readers wanting to know about living across the Channel now Britain has formally left the European Union. What happens now to the UK’s expats, after Brexit? News about what happens post-Brexit is coming thick and fast during the transition period, which began on 31 January 2020. Current …
Living In Europe After Brexit: What You Need To Know Read more »
The term ‘third culture kid’ has become associated with expatriate children thanks to the coining of the phrase by sociologist Ruth Hill Useem. Third culture kids – what are they? The term refers to children who have spent a significant period of their childhood or adolescence living in a culture other than their own. Once …
10 Ways Living Abroad Gives Children A Better Start In Life Read more »
The Netherlands remains a strong location for relocating expatriates looking to work abroad but not move too far from home. The welcoming nature of the Dutch, the many similarities in working practices and day-to-day life in the Netherlands, and the fact that there are incentives to encourage skilled foreign workers to remain, all mean that …
Property Tax for Expats In The Netherlands Read more »
There are thirteen main locations across Europe that can be considered offshore jurisdictions. They range in suitability for various different types of offshore business: from banking to saving and investing abroad, from company formation to investment related business. In this report we’ll detail each of the fourteen locations for you in turn, covering the basic …
Offshore Jurisdictions In Europe Read more »
Choosing a country to move to can be a pretty daunting task: there is so much you need to take into consideration and research to make sure it will work for you and your family. If you haven’t yet firmly decided on which nation to call home abroad we’re going to guide you through 5 …
5 Aspects To Consider When Choosing A Country Abroad Read more »
In our 10 Best Countries to Live in for Expats, evergreen destinations such as the UAE and Switzerland are joined by a new and unexpected Middle Eastern arrival. When it comes to the ideal country, for expats the choice is almost always between the lifestyle a country promises and the financial and career-building opportunities. These …
The 10 Best Countries To Live In For Expats (2020 Update) Read more »
Let’s face it 500 dollars isn’t a vast amount of money. So is it possible to live abroad anywhere on that amount of cash per month, or are we talking cardboard boxes under flyovers? Well you can live in the Philippines on $1000 per month and here’s how. The Philippines is one of the cheapest …
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On the face of it, establishing residency in the Bahamas is not only relatively straightforward for those of comparatively high net worth, but it’s also appealing on many levels. For one thing, you can enjoy tax-free living in the Bahamas – the country levies no capital gains taxes, personal income tax or estate duties. For …
Tax-Free Living In The Bahamas: The Pros And Cons Read more »
According to the results of a recent survey, 56% of Britons with second homes abroad are considering selling up in 2011 as their overseas properties become too expensive to keep, service and enjoy. Of those surveyed by Currencies.co.uk, a large percentage of people wanting to sell had second homes in Spain, and the vast majority …
How To Sell Your Property Abroad – 10 Top Tips Read more »
At first glance, it looks as though Seychelles levies a flat rate of personal income tax, and at only 15% on gross income, it’s a relatively low tax. However, on closer inspection, it seems it may well be possible for qualifying expats to live tax-free in Seychelles. The key to tax-free living in Seychelles is …
Seychelles Low Tax Or Tax- Free Living? Read more »
