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Hey everyone! I’ve been thinking about making a big move to China, but I have to admit, I’m kind of clueless about the whole thing. I’m considering traveling there first to get a feel for the culture, cities, and maybe even the job market before committing to a permanent move. Has anyone here been to China? What were your experiences like?

My husband and I are waiting for our permanent residence visa to be filed, and we plan to move from Austria to SA next year (Jul/Aug 2025).

Can anybody suggest a tax advisor familiar with both Austrian and South African law?
Does anyone know of a consultant company that can help with the first steps of settling in (e.g. regarding authorities).

Thanks for your help in advance...

Good morning group, 

I am looking for someone who has moved to the Volga area in Russia to find out what I can expect if I live there. 

I'm new to renting cars in Saudi Arabia and would love some advice on what to watch out for. What are the key factors to consider, such as choosing a reliable rental company, understanding local driving laws, and any common pitfalls to avoid? Any personal experiences or tips would be greatly appreciated!

We've recently published a new article about the Top Apps for Expats. Although we did a ton of research on it, we'd love to hear your perspective! What are your favourite apps or sites that you would recommend to other expats?

Good day

I am moving to Oslo next week from the UK, I have recently received my Irish Citizenship making me an EU citizen again

I was moving and then registering as a job seeker.

My company has offered me (UK) to continue to work while living in Norway.

This brings up many questions:

Upon arriving in Norway you will be allowed to drive for 90 days on your current drivers license and then will have to retake your entire driving education and be forced to work with “Vegvesen” Norwegian equivalent of the DMV in the USA.  Expect no assistance and a blaze attitude where Americans are seen as people unable to drive a car or motorcycle.

I have been living in Ecuador for a few months now and I have the idea of studying a postgraduate degree to enhance my professional opportunities. I am thinking of studying at TECH University. I have looked for information and I have seen that you have the possibility of studying online, without timetables or classes and that the official qualifications they offer are validated by the Ecuadorian Ministry of Education. Has anyone studied at the university and can you tell me more about the study system and its contents? Thank you very much ;)

Any suggestions on finding an Irish based Accountant to verify financial information

Thank You

Hi,

I decided to relocate to Portugal this year and through this process I also managed to get a job offer. My idea was initially to build up my own company there but then I received this offer and now will be working with a company in Lisbon area.

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Hello, Could you please help me understanding if it is usual to start a recruitment process for a job in health care by paying a fee to the agency? And to pay another fee after 45 of taking the job and relocating to the place? I was approached by an agency who presented me this situation and I would like to know if it is normal or if it could be a scam. They claim the fee is to cover licences, visa, negotiation with employer, etc. It's a consultancy agency that recruit health care professionals to EAU.

Thank you.

Susana

Hey, good people. So, I'm a (current, for the next month or so) trainer working with Ukrainian soldiers with a NATO military, but I'm going on terminal leave and separating this month. Anyway, because we're absolute masters at timing me and my Ukrainian wife are in the process of moving back to Ukraine (getting a residence and work permits etc for me). We're in our mid thirties if it's relevant.

Is there a chance to get 2 children in a bilingual English -German public school in Vienna Austria?

How many bilingual public schools are in Vienna? Where are they located?

How many private bilingual schools are in Vienna and what are the tuition prices per year?

Any piece of advice will be greatly appreciated on finding a relatively not expensive bilingual school in Vienna.

Thank you all in advance for your kind advice.

Hi, 

At the start of August, I will be moving from the UK to Almaty, Kazakhstan. I am in the process of getting my dog and cat ready for travel, however I am a little confused by the travel criteria. In some places it states I will need an import permit from Kazakhstan and in others it states I do not. 

Does anyone have an experience in this area or can offer any first hand experience, this would be much appreciated.

Hello - we are an American couple who will be heading to London in July. Where are the best areas to live, that are safe and convenient for work, my office will be in the West End. 

Hi! I just want to ask for advice. I was interviewed and got an offer from New Life Construction Ltd. as a Civil Engineer Expat for a project called Polmadie Bridge Repair. 

I am a licensed category H target shooter and firearm owner. I am wondering if anyone has any experience with expatriating to Singapore with their firearms and continuing target shooting in Singapore. Any advice welcome! Thank you!

Hello fellow expats

I'm heading to Barcelona for a postdoc research for at least 6 months at Universitat de Barcelona and could use some advice of yours. I'm looking for tips on managing daily expenses and finding suitable accommodations(preferably close to the university) and also the city's transportation options. Any general advice on living in Barcelona would be greatly appreciated. Oh, I forgot to ask about affordable eating sports.

Hi, am asking on behalf of a friend who is a Taiwanese and would like to school his children in Brisbane, Australia. However, it seems difficult to find a school in Brisbane that is able to take in both his son and daughter in the same school. Is there any avenue and source which he can work on to realise this, or any recommendation/criteria to work on, e.g. recommendation from association, help groups, etc.

Followings are his request/info:

Hello. I am not planning to move to Bulgaria long-term, but will be studying in Plovdiv for 3 months and need to open a bank account. Can I do this before I move to Bulgaria or must this be done in person? Does anyone have experiences, good or bad, with banks in Bulgaria? I already have by Type D visa and such. Any advice is greatly appreciated. 

I would like to buy property in Israel (Airbnb) - retire - and maybe work part time in Israel (e.g. Coach Driving). Any info or suggestions welcome. Thank you. Martin. 

Relocating to Colombia for retirement and was wondering if it is better to apply for my Visa while I am in US at a consulate or after I get to Colombia. Is it something that can be handled without an attorney?

Hi there,

We are considering working in Zurich and would like to either rent out our large house in Sydney, or do a house-swap with someone in the Zurich area.

Are you relocating to Sydney, or relocating from Switzerland to Sydney and need accommodation in a furnished house with a lovely garden?