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At a time when we seem to be entering a third wave of COVID-19, PCR tests have now become commonplace. In France alone, tens of thousands of tests are performed every day, and…

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…

Are you an expat in Singapore planning to start a family soon? At this exciting time in your life, there are so many things to think about and prepare for. One important step when welcoming…

Whether you've come to Thailand for work, leisure, or to start a business, you may be looking for comprehensive health insurance for expats. It can be tough to find a plan that's as globally…

SG$15,306 for an appendectomy at Raffles Hospital (private). SG$14,373 for knee repair surgery at Gleneagles Hospital (private). SG$8,398 for heart-attack care at Tan Tock Seng Hospital…

From housing to work opportunities, there are many important factors to consider when setting up your life abroad. Especially if you have a young family, you'll want to feel comfortable…

All APRIL International Care members of one of our Asian plans can benefit from medical and emergency assistance services. Whether you need a second medical opinion while…

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...

Whether you’re already living in Hong Kong or planning to relocate there, here is all the information you will need about the local healthcare system...

The Caisse des Français de l'Étranger (Fund for French Nationals Abroad) enables French nationals abroad to keep the Social Security benefits they had in France.The CFE is a private…

During a period of expatriation for professional reasons not everything happens as expected. The world health crisis brought about by the Coronavirus pandemic, and its economic…

Have you ever thought of having to pay $210 for a simple GP consultation? Amounts like this may seem staggering, but they are part of the reality of the more than 331 million people who live in the United States! Are you moving...

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?

Being pregnant in a foreign country is not always a smooth experience. To help you enjoy your pregnancy peacefully, discover everything that you need to know about maternity in…

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...

Hong Kong’s public hospitals have consistently been overworked and understaffed in recent history. However now the Hospital Authority is promising a raft of recruitments and cutting down on administrative red tape in the face of long-standing...