Living abroad

With nearly 500,000 places open to immigrants per year until 2025 to meet Canada's labour needs, it's a great time to try your luck in the Great White North! But beware, to settle in Canada, having a good expat insurance package is essential....

​​Are you planning to live and work abroad? You should know that many countries are actively looking for qualified expatriates! To cope with the lack of labour in certain fields, or to revitalise their national economy after the health crisis...

After an unforgettable road trip through the bush or a year of study in Melbourne, many young people dream of settling permanently in Australia. The country attracts a large number of foreigners, who represent almost a third of its population...

Have you been dreaming of settling in the United States? Then you have probably heard of the green card, the gateway to permanent residence in the USA. A green card holder may...

Settling in a new country as an expat can be quite a challenge, even more so if you’re not sure where to live. If you’re lucky enough to have some flexibility, you may be wondering how…

Do you know how much medical consultations abroad cost? Depending on the country, prices can sometimes vary by a factor of three or more. Check out our infographic showing the average costs of GP or specialist consultations in 10 countries! Top 3...

Living abroad can be an exciting adventure. It opens the door to new experiences and different perspectives. However, there’s one experience that many expats find stressful: going to…

In 2019, Hong Kong ranked as the country with the most efficient healthcare system in the world. World-class hospitals, state-of-the-art equipment and highly-trained practitioners can be found in both public and private sectors. However, this high...

Air quality is unfortunately a major concern in Bangkok and high levels of pollution affect everyone in the city. So how can you protect your health and avoid long-term effects?

Are you going to Uncle Sam's country and don't know anything about the US tax system? By the way, are you a taxable person in the United States? Here’s a quick three-point refresher course overview...

The French social welfare system is based on the principle of ‘solidarity contributions’, which covers both French nationals and resident foreign nationals. This means that everyone…

Expatriates are often worried about undergoing a medical procedure abroad. It can raise questions about how hygienic are the medical facilities, are the hospital staff experience and capable, how much does medical treatment cost, and so on. If you live in or...