February 2019 Emigrate News Archive
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Demand for talented tech expats soars as the worldwide sector expands
As the number of expatriates working in countries all over the world continues to grow, would-be emigrants need to know where they fit best.
Even although communications technology has changed the patterns of working life and made face-to-face meetings almost redundant, expatriation for career progression is now a phenomenon, especially...
Thailand then as against Thailand now for expat retirees
For decades, the lure of Thailand’s Land of Smiles drew both working and retired expats in droves to its warm weather, glorious beaches, friendly locals and laid-back lifestyle.
Many of those attracted by Thailand’s cheap cost of living, easy long-stay visas, traditional culture and friendly locals were single, elderly men looking to...
Local expat communities help trailing spouses adjust to their new lifestyles
For women who’ve put their own careers on hold to accompany their husbands on relocation to an unfamiliar country, becoming a trailing spouse can be an unwelcome lifestyle change.
Trailing spouses are the glue which holds together the relocation itself as well as the re-establishment of a home for the breadwinner and often their...
European start-up visas increasingly popular with expats
The international start-up scene is growing by the day, with Estonia, Portugal and France all hot destinations for talented expat entrepreneurs.
Estonia has welcomed over 1,000 new arrivals since it released its start-up visa programme in 2017; France’s President Macron’s ‘start-up nation’ plan sounded good and is going well, and...
China?s new tax laws causing expat confusion
How will China’s new individual income tax laws affect its expat communities?
Introduced at the start of the New Year, China’s reform of its Individual Income Tax system is the most significant change to be announced for decades, with expats left wondering about its effect on their finances. The new rules on personal taxation have...
How to get a mortgage as an expat professionals in the UAE
For expats who’ve settled into their new UAE jobs and enjoy their lives, it’s possibly time to consider buying a property.
Buying a home as an expatriate professional in a vastly different land is a big decision, although finding the perfect place to hang your hat is the easy part as there’s plenty of choice in the UAE. It has to be...
Expat controversy over new Thailand visa rules now includes rising baht
Unforeseen issues with Thai immigration’s new retirement visa rules now include currency fluctuations during deposits and monthly transfers.
As if the new retirement visa rulings and their interpretation by immigration officers aren’t unclear enough, a new problem has arisen for those who choose the financial option of a transfer from...
Thailand?s expat demographic for would-be new arrivals
If you’re dreaming about emigrating to Thailand, considering the various types of expat you’ll meet might help your decision one way of the other!
Whether your reason for emigrating is work-related or you’re thinking of early retirement, one factor which needs to be taken into consideration is the expat community itself in your...
Expats should consider personal freedom as well as salaries when accepting an overseas relocation
If, you value your personal freedom and human rights as an expat above all else, you should know which countries are best at protecting them.
One major concern for many potential expats from fully developed countries who’re considering moving overseas is the level of personal freedom allowed and the respect for human rights displayed by...
Switzerland announces post-Brexit quota system for British expats
British expats are to be subject to quotas in Switzerland if a no-deal Brexit is the end game.
Should a no-deal Brexit be the final result, the Swiss government is looking to set quotas for the numbers of Britons allowed into the country to live and work. According to the Swiss Federal Council, a total of just 3,500 British expats would...
Rotterdam?s? difference and diversity attracts top talent expats
Rotterdam is now a favoured expat hotspot for talented professionals looking for an ideal location for their skills.
Traditionally known as the ‘Gateway to Europe’, the Dutch mega-port of Rotterdam is now a hive of expatriate talent living in and loving every aspect of the city. Its spectacular skyline outlines its development into a...
Malaysia hikes expat minimum wage threshold
Malaysian lawmakers are investigating raising the expat minimum wage threshold in order to open up more jobs for local graduates.
In a bid to create more jobs for suitably qualified locals, the Malaysian government is looking into raising the minimum wage threshold applied to expat hirings. The move is expected to regulate the number of...
Unearthing websites for Brit expat retirees rather than Americans
Is information on non-European expat retirement destinations too American-centric?
One of the reasons for the huge increase in the numbers of retirees choosing to spend their ‘golden years’ outside their countries of birth is that it’s easy to get an overview of comparative destinations by simply logging on and doing an online...
Is learning your host country?s language really necessary?
Depending on the expat involved, learning a new language can be a delightful challenge or the world’s worst nightmare.
Learning the language of your destination country if you’re on reassignment from your home-based company may well be compulsory, but for retirees or those planning to start an expat-based service it’s a chore which...
Facing up to UK inheritance taxes as an expat living overseas
The majority of British expats living and working overseas aren’t even aware they may well be hit with a large inheritance tax bill if they’ve been mentioned in a family will.
The misunderstanding that inheritance tax doesn’t apply to Brit expats overseas is likely to be the fact that they’re not taxed on their overseas incomes....
Expat professionals lose fight against Dutch tax break law change
To the dismay of expat professionals in the Netherlands as well as those thinking of working there, the hated 30-per cent ruling legislation has passed into law. In spite of brave attempts by the campaign group United Expats of the Netherlands,
The extremely popular tax break which attracted huge numbers of highly-skilled professionals to...
Amsterdam court rules expat kids are entitled to student finance
The Amsterdam court has ruled an increased number of expat children are entitled to student finance.
For expat parents, the most expensive and most important gift they can give their offspring is the chance to study for a university degree. It’s an investment in each child’s future success, but finding affordable options is often...
Getting used to the Asian concepts of ?face? and ?space?
One essential aspect of working overseas anywhere in Asia is the understanding of and dealing with the concepts of ‘face’ and ‘space’.
If they’re lucky, expatriate professionals taking on new jobs in the Far East are required to attend cross-cultural training sessions prior to taking up their positions. It’s an excellent idea,...
Company man to expat early retiree in easy stages
Retiring early is dream for many, but careful planning can bring on the reality.
Bidding farewell to the mind-bending responsibility of having a career, saying goodbye to a boss who’s never realised your true potential and starting out on a much-deserved early retirement can be a dream come true for many would-be expats, provided the...
