Living abroad

Singapore is a vibrant, multicultural city that makes it one of the most desirable places to live in Asia for expatriates. The city boasts a strong economy, is a safe place for children to grow up…

In 2023, international mobility meets the increasingly personal aspirations of expatriates to live a fulfilling family and cultural experience. Expat Communication analyzed the responses of expatriates to shed light on the different faces of expatriation around the world.

Understanding a new culture, adjusting to life in a foreign country, finding the right balance between adapting to a different environment and remaining true to yourself… Successfully fitting into your host country is a major...

When you go abroad, you lose your right to health insurance benefits in your home country. We would recommend you check before you leave and find the right international health insurance for your needs.

Canada attracts many potential immigrants. Since January 2015, an electronic selection system is in place to facilitate and speed up the processing of applications for permanent residence. Named Express Entry, this system is used to...

Whether you are taking up employment abroad for a year or are moving to the other side of the world for several years, you will certainly need to quickly open a bank account in your host country. To make the right choices...

Staying in good shape when you live in a busy city like Hong Kong, with long working hours and high levels of pollution can sometimes be a real challenge. So here’s our advice to stay…

Asia is one of the world's most culturally diverse and economically advanced regions. It is considered to be the fastest-growing region for expatriates from all backgrounds, from young professionals choosing to build their careers to senior executives...

There are a number of things to think about when planning to move to Singapore, and visa are one such factor to keep in mind. In Singapore, children's visa applications can be a little…

Living abroad is often a dream come true, but it is also a great leap into the unknown that can turn into a nightmare. Because it upsets our habits and certainties, your new life abroad (or expatriation) can have a strong impact on our mental health...

It’s 4 am. You are tossing and turning in your bed. You can't sleep, as the departure that will change your life is almost here. And in the taxi to the airport, you check ten times to make sure...

Are there countries where expats are more likely to be happy? According to the UN 2022 World Happiness Report, which ranks countries around the globe depending on their citizens’ sense of well-being, there certainly are...

Moving to a new place is a great chance to have new experiences, but it can also mean re-learning how to do familiar tasks from your home country. If you’ve never been to a doctor in France before, you may be unsure of what to expect. Will you be able to...

Even if living abroad is often a rewarding experience, it can still be challenging for the expatriate and their family who have to cope with unprecedented psychological problems. Life as an expatriate requires significant effort to adapt to new social and...

With almost 90% of foreigners among its population, Dubai is the El Dorado for expatriates. Unlike other countries, the Covid-19 health crisis has not affected the attractiveness of the UAE for teleworkers - quite the contrary!