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Upcoming move to London - Brexit Repurcussions?

Destination: The United Kingdom

Hello, I am an Australian with a duel passport (Italy) and I have had a planned move to the uk for the past year, and I leave in a mere 3 weeks, with the result of the referendum I am in a slight panic! Is anyone else in this situation or have any advice? Should I be concerned entering the uk with my one way ticket in 3 weeks time!? Thanks :)

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Which district offers a decent rental price in Prague?

Destination: Czech Republic

Let me start with the Czech way - Ahoj! I will be moving to Prague next month for work and need an apartment for myself and my wife. Have done my little research but would like to hear from you, which district will have most decent (read cost effective) semi/fully furnished apartments - Prague 6/7, please advise. My budget is 7000 - 8500 CZK Thank you. Arindam (Andy)

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Advice on moving to Jamaica?

Destination: Jamaica

I am due to retire at the end of the year and want to move to Jamaica. As I will be receiving my government pension, will I be able to have it paid in to a bank account in Jamaica? Also as a lone woman how safe is it for me, and if I want to work how difficult is it get work?

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Any personal experience with British schools in Singapore?

Destination: Singapore

Hi, we're just trying to find out whether a move to Singapore would work for us and would love to hear personal experience and advice. We have had three years in Europe so have done a move before. We're British with four children. We have two who from Sept would be yr 7 and 9 at a selective all girls grammar school. No3 child will be yr 6 and taking the 11+ with the hope that he would be getting a place at a selective all boys grammar and then no4 child will just be starting primary school. My main worry is schooling. Would anyone recommend or avoid any particular schools?

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I've signed a job offer in UK. What will the impact of the EU referendum mean for me?

Destination: The United Kingdom

Hi,

I'm French and got offered my dream job in London last week and I am due to start at the beginning of July. How does the UK's referendum effect my working rights?

Also, what is the feeling like on the ground? Will there now be more hostility towards foreigners working in the UK?

Please help!

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What are the best and worst things about living in Singapore?

Destination: Singapore

Thinking of moving to Singapore - check out some of our readers comments on the best and worst aspects of Singapore, impartial and unedited! If you are already there, please share your experience of living in Singapore as an expat. Post comments below, or answer other questions people have asked on the forum, or contact us to complete an interview. Many thanks.

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How do I get permanent residency in South Africa?

Destination: South Africa

Hey there,

I moved in Cape Town in 2005 for an internship and fell in love with the place. I moved here the next year and have been living in SA on and off for the last decade. I've had various different permits - volunteer, work permit, exceptional skills and life partner... But I am told that even after 10 years I am not eligable for PR because I need to have been on the same permit for consecutive years.

Is this true ? I certainly doesn't seem fair!

Smith

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Bahrain or Dubai ?

Destination: Bahrain

My family in Ireland are stressing about me moving to Bahrain to work as senior bartender there. I currently live in London. I hope it will be a happy lifestyle there. It is for the Warbler sports bar in Manama. I would appreciate any advice on which would be the best destination to pick. Thanks in advance:)

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What are the best and worst things about living in Dubai

Destination: Dubai

So, on popular request we have asked some of our local experts about the best and worst aspects of living in Dubai. Please add to this discussion!

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What are the best areas for expats to live in Dubai?

Destination: Dubai

Hi, we get loads of questions about the best areas and suburbs for expats to live in within Dubai, so we're starting this thread with a few comments from our contributors:

Q: Which are the best places/suburbs to live in the city as an expat?

A: Dubai Marina is the best place to live as an expat. But for those expats with families or those expats who want to live in a villa, Jumeirah or Umm Sequim are more suitable areas. (Emily is a young American woman living in Dubai)

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How to find schools and housing agent in Melbourne?

Destination: Melbourne

Hi We desperately need help to find 1. Schools near to the University of Melbourne for our 4 year old (preferably Montessori) 2. Housing agent to help us locate accommodations quickly.

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What are the shoe sizes here in China?

Destination: Shanghai

What are the shoe sizes here in China? They do not have anything like size 9 or size 10 in the U.S. For the same pair of shoes, they may call it 25 or 40 the same while. How do the local ones tell the sizes of their shoes? Advise on that wanted. Thanks.

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Advice for emigrating at 50 to Spain?

Destination: Valencia

Hi Please may I ask for some advice? I have always wanted to live abroad, mainly to absorb another culture and learn another language. I am a qualified solicitor and specialised in family and criminal law. I have also volunteered for various charities such as Citizen's Advice Bureau and Woman's Refuge. I will be studying the CELTA course in Valencia to qualify as an English Teacher, to build on my existing skills. I have just turned 50 and my children are all off hand. I intend to rent my house out whilst I am abroad. I am financially independent.

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How does one receive mail until you get a Visa (Berlin)?

Destination: Berlin

My husband and I are moving to Berlin and, since the process to get any type of Visa takes time, how can we get set up to still receive mail? We'll be living in a temporary housing situation (like Air BnB) so we can't register to receive mail there. Thanks!

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Good English-speaking primary school in Pretoria?

Destination: South Africa

We have 3 children - 2 in grade 1 and 1 about to enter pre-school. Does anyone have any suggestions of good private, public or international schools? We're not particular about sticking to a particular curriculum. Also, if you've had any bad experiences in schools, we'd love to hear of them. Thank you!

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Info on changing a job in Malaysia?

Destination: Malaysia

Hi, I have migrated to Malaysia six month ago as Packing Helper (unskilled worker) for a electronics company on three years contract basic monthly salary 1000 ringgit. Now I wanted to change my job as accountant (skilled worker) because I have completed my certification for Associated Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) and already held a Bachelors of Commerce (BCOM) degree. Need help, can I change job in this case? And what would circumstances be? And what if my employer is not willing to release me? It's urgent please respond quickly. Regards Shahid

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Are there any Indian TV Channels in Nigeria?

Destination: Lagos

Please inform whether Indian TV channels are visible in Lagos. If so which is the service provider and whether Indian Bengali channel are visible.

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Which visa do I need for South Korea?

Destination: South Korea

I got offered a job in south korea that's not professional and its not teaching so I was wondering what kind of visa should I obtain that will allow me to work and live in south korea for a couples months or 1 year?

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What is the best accommodation for Indian family moving to Oman?

Destination: Oman

Hi, we are an Indian couple moving to Muscat, as my husband has got a good offer from a MNC. We have a 6 month old daughter. Can you please suggest where can we rent good apartments/society where we have some Indian families too.

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What are the best IT courses in Dublin?

Destination: Dublin

Has anybody attended DIT or another school? I'm looking into getting my masters in information systems/data analysis. In the US I would have to get another undergrad before being able to apply for a masters. We don't have any pre-masters programs. I'm assuming this would also affect my job hunt. Any help would be great!!

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How do I find a job in Ireland?

Destination: Ireland

Hi. can I apply directly to Irish companies or to American companies with divisions in Ireland?

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What is the best schooling option in Oslo?

Destination: Oslo

Hi, We are planning to move to Oslo and wondering about schooling for my 4 yr old daughter. Our intention is to be in Oslo for 3-4 years. I need to understand what type of school/curriculum should we go for? An International School or a local private school offering Norwegian curriculum? We are worried if we go ahead with local curriculum, how easy or difficult would be for my daughter to adapt to a different curriculum after we leave Oslo (i work for a MNC so might keep changing location). Thanks, V

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How do I enroll my kids at an international school in Oman?

Destination: Oman

Hello I have a four year old twin girls want to know How do I register to enroll girls in American schools Oman

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What is life in Saudi Arabia like for women?

Destination: Saudi Arabia

I am interested in working in Saudi and I have applied to Saudi Aramco several times, I haven't been successful at present but I am going to keep trying. I am trained in Technical/Process Hazards Analysis/Process Safety as a Scribe and Document Controller roles using SAP and I have had a lot of experience at Conoco Phillips/Jacobs. I am working currently at the moment in the NHS in administration. I have also applied to Randstad In the Middle East and I am on Monster and various other job sites. I am not having much luck I dont know if they tend to recuit Saudi nationals only?

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Will my UK teaching degree be accepted in Miami?

Destination: The USA

Hi, I am looking at re- locating from Dubai to Miami this summer with my boyfriend. His company is transferring him but I need to know how I can go about getting a visa and being able to work in Miami. Also if my UK teaching degree will be accepted- I have been teaching 10 years. I would be grateful for any advice you could give

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