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Cigna Global Review – Is It Good International Medical Insurance for Expats? 2022-10-23 by Carsten Creutzburg Cigna is one of the most well-known insurance companies in the world. Although their international health insurance plans for expats might be more expensive than ... Read more
The Ultimate Expat Guide to Getting Health Insurance Abroad 2022-10-01 by Saran Lhawpongsawad When you decide to live in a foreign country, sooner or later, you’ll have to think about getting health insurance. You might then find yourself ... Read more
The Complete Expat Guide for Learning a New Language 2022-09-23 by Yuri René García Moreno Are you thinking of learning a foreign language? Maybe you’re relocating to Italy and need to learn basic Italian. Maybe you just want to learn ... Read more
Best Countries to Get Tax Residency for Expats 2022-09-07 by Lev Baker The expat and digital nomad-friendly destinations that'll save you the most on taxable income.
Moving Abroad Guide: Everything You Must Know 2022-09-06 by Patrick Taylor There’s a lot that can go wrong when you move abroad. You could easily get overwhelmed by everything you have to deal with in your ... Read more
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program Review 2022-09-05 by Amanda Miron An in-depth guide to the world's most inexpensive citizenship by investment program.
Best Ways to Send Money Abroad 2022-08-26 by John Wolcott Crippled by choices? This guide will break down the best options for international money transfers.

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Popular Articles on Moving Abroad

Moving To Thailand: A Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: Thailand Moving to Thailand is exciting and nerve wracking all at the same time. Because there’s so much involved with the major life change, we’ve put ... Read more
Moving to Costa Rica: A Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: Costa Rica There is only one Latin American nation that can boast of having the longest continuous democratic rule and a commitment to peace without the need ... Read more
Moving to Bali: A Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: Indonesia Bali evokes images of stunning beaches, dense jungles, and a relaxing tropical vacation. All vacations must come to an end, and a journey back home ... Read more
How to Move to (and Survive in) Mexico Posted in: Mexico Take the guess work out of moving to Mexico with this in-depth relocation guide.
Moving to Malaysia: A Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: Malaysia “Malaysia, Truly Asia” describes the country I am proudly living in now. It is a melting pot of multiracial culture and of course endless opportunities ... Read more
Moving to the Philippines: a Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: Philippines In recent years, many expats have experienced why “It’s More Fun in the Philippines.” Its gorgeous beaches, bustling cities, and low cost of living have ... Read more
Moving to China: A Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: China Moving to and living in China is an experience unlike any other. It will change your perception of this beautiful country and help you to ... Read more
Moving to Vietnam: A Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: Vietnam “You can’t start a new chapter of your life if you keep re-reading the last one”. Whatever the reason you want to leave your homeland ... Read more
Moving to Singapore: A Guide for Expats to Live Here Posted in: Singapore When I first moved to Singapore as an expat I had no idea what to expect. My only experience of the ‘Lion City’ had been ... Read more
The Complete Guide to Moving to New Zealand from the US Posted in: New Zealand Considering a move across the Pacific? Check out our guide on how to move from the U.S. to New Zealand.
Retiring in Costa Rica: The Complete Guide Posted in: Costa Rica With more and more retirees choosing to retire abroad, Costa Rica took notice and poised itself as a prime retirement destination. It continues to attract ... Read more

Popular Visa Articles

Thailand Elite Visa Review: What You Should Know Before Applying (2022) Posted in: Thailand Have you heard of the Thailand Elite Visa? It was introduced in 2003 after the Thai government approved the Thailand Privilege Card project proposed by ... Read more
The Complete Overview of Digital Nomad Visa in Thailand Posted in: Thailand Getting a visa is one of the biggest challenges of being a digital nomad in Thailand. As of June 2022, there isn’t really an actual ... Read more
Find Out All Available Options on Thailand Long-Term Visas Posted in: Thailand Getting a proper long-term visa is one of the first things you should do when moving to Thailand. You can’t expect visa runs to work ... Read more
A Basic Guide to the SRRV Visa in the Philippines Posted in: Philippines Are you looking for a good place to start your retirement? Or are you still caught in the middle of figuring out where to live ... Read more
A Complete Overview of Costa Rica’s Visa Requirements Posted in: Costa Rica How to get the right visa for your situation and stay in the country either short or long term.
The Complete Guide to Mexico Visas for US Citizens Posted in: Mexico Not sure which visa is right for? Thise guide on Mexico visas will help.
An Expat’s Guide to Getting a Chinese Z Work Visa Posted in: China When it comes to getting the right visa to work in China, you’ll often hear expats sharing experiences of their journey to getting their visa ... Read more
Thailand Permanent Residence: Cost, Requirements, and Procedure Posted in: Thailand Are you thinking about living in Thailand permanently? If so, Thailand permanent residence might be something to look into. It gives you the right to ... Read more
The Complete Guide to Costa Rica Retirement Visa Posted in: Costa Rica Costa Rica provides an official retirement visa for people who want to live in the country. It’s a popular country with expats of retirement age, ... Read more

Popular Health Insurance Articles

Health Insurance in Thailand: What You Need to Know as an Expat in 2022 Posted in: Thailand Your most-likely reason for getting health insurance in Thailand is that you want to safeguard yourself against costly medical care. I know that’s why I ... Read more
Health Insurance in the Philippines: What You Need to Know as an Expat in 2022 Posted in: Philippines If you plan to live, work, or retire in the Philippines, you may already have thoughts on the healthcare system in said country. What health ... Read more
Health Insurance in Malaysia for Expats: What You Need to Know in 2022 Posted in: Malaysia Need health insurance in Malaysia? These insurance companies may be what you’re looking for. Find out how to get the best health insurance for your needs.
Health Insurance in Indonesia: What You Need to Know as an Expat in 2022 Posted in: Indonesia “Do I really need health insurance when living in Indonesia?” This is one of the most asked questions we get from our readers. Well, the ... Read more
Health Insurance for Expats in China: What You Need to Know Posted in: China Have you recently moved to China to live or work? Then you’re probably going to need health insurance. But when it comes to health insurance ... Read more
Health Insurance for Expats in Costa Rica: What You Need to Know in 2022 Posted in: Costa Rica Health insurance is often one of the first things you think about when moving to a new country. Costa Rica is no different. Do you ... Read more
Health Insurance in Mexico for Expats: What You Need to Know Posted in: Mexico One of the most important things you need to decide on before you move to Mexico is getting health insurance. It tends to involve a ... Read more
Health Insurance for Expats in Spain: What You Need to Know Posted in: Spain When it comes to health insurance in Spain, your choices are fairly simple and straightforward. The most challenging part is figuring out how the nation ... Read more
Health Insurance in Vietnam: What You Need to Know as an Expat Posted in: Vietnam When I first left to work in Vietnam I was not working in the insurance business. I worked as an expat for over 20 years ... Read more
Health Insurance in Germany for Foreigners: What You Need to Know Posted in: Germany Need health insurance in Germany? These insurance companies may be what you're looking for. Find out how to get the best health insurance for your needs.
Health Insurance in Dubai for Expats: What You Need to Know Posted in: UAE If you are moving to Dubai, one of the most important things you need to consider is getting a health insurance. Health insurance is an ... Read more
Health Insurance in Cambodia: What You Need to Know in 2022 Posted in: Cambodia “Which health insurance should I get?” “Should I be self-insured?” These are some of the important questions you must ask yourself when moving to a ... Read more

Popular Articles for Learning Languages

My Personal Tricks on How to Learn The Thai Language Fast Posted in: Thailand Hi, my name is Ben. I began my new life in Thailand for about 2 years ago and have faced many challenges whilst being here, ... Read more
Learning Bahasa Indonesia: A Guide for Beginners Posted in: Indonesia “Bahasa Indonesianya bagus banget waktu di telpon! Saya pikir ibu orang Indonesia! Waah! Bahasa Ibunya lancar!” Roughly translated, the above sentence means: “You spoke Bahasa ... Read more
My Personal Guide on Learning Vietnamese for Beginners Posted in: Vietnam The free and paid resources that will help beginners become fluent in Vietnamese.
The Complete Guide to Learning Japanese for Beginners Posted in: Japan Many people believe that it’s hard to learn Japanese. While it’s true that Japanese is not an easy language to learn, it’s possible to master ... Read more
The Complete Guide to Learning German Fast for Beginners Posted in: Germany Thinking about learning German? You may have heard that it’s difficult to learn German. Is it true? Do you really need to learn it to ... Read more
My Personal Guide to Learning Chinese Language Fast for Beginners Posted in: China The thought of learning Chinese may intrigue you, considering that it’s one of the hardest languages to learn in the world, with thousands of unique ... Read more
The Comprehensive Guide to Learning French Online Posted in: France Over the past couple decades, learning a language has skyrocketed in accessibility. No longer does one need to rely upon the local school offerings, tutor ... Read more
A Personal Guide on How to Speak Spanish Fast Posted in: Spain You may have several reasons for wanting to learn Spanish. Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the United States, and there are ... Read more

Popular Articles for Entrepreneurs

How to Set Up a 100% Foreign-Owned BOI Company in Thailand Posted in: Thailand Do you have a great idea for a business and wonder if Thailand is the right place to register your company? Do you run an ... Read more
The Company Registration Guide in Thailand for Foreigners Posted in: Thailand Do you have the next great business plan and want to register your company in Thailand? Foreigners are attracted to Thailand because it’s a great ... Read more
The Complete Guide to Hiring Virtual Staff Posted in: Global Are you an entrepreneur or business owner looking to hire virtual staff? This article will show you how.
How to Get an EU Passport and Recommended Countries Posted in: Global Obtaining a European Union citizenship offers a number of benefits, including being able to migrate and gain employment across all 27 European Union countries. You ... Read more
Recommended Countries for Getting a Second Passport through Investment Posted in: Global If you want citizenship or a second passport from a new country, an investment program is the easiest way to do so. There are many ... Read more
A Guide to Group Health Insurance for Your Business in Thailand Posted in: Thailand Do you own a business in Thailand and need healthcare coverage for your employees? Of course, health insurance is a good way to keep your ... Read more

Popular Articles for Digital Nomads

Health Insurance for Digital Nomads: What You Need to Know Posted in: Global The lure to being a digital nomad is of course the freedom to move around at will, to work from anywhere in the world, at ... Read more
Wise Multi Currency Account (Borderless Account): The In-Depth Review Posted in: Global Everything you need to know about the bank account and debit card.
How to Become a Digital Nomad in Chiang Mai Posted in: Thailand Money was tight. My business was languishing. My personal life was in the dumper and I was not a happy man. One of my best ... Read more
An In-Depth Guide to Teaching English in China Posted in: China What is stopping you from packing a bag and moving overseas for a few years? Your options are endless and the world is a big ... Read more
My Experience Getting a Teaching Job in Bangkok Posted in: Thailand When I first moved to Bangkok I knew nothing about how to get a teaching job. I knew I wanted to teach English. But I ... Read more
An Expat’s Guide to Finding Work in Singapore Posted in: Singapore As Singapore is one of the safest countries in the world, has low tax rates, a great climate, and excellent connections to international airports, it’s ... Read more
The Complete Guide to Filing US Taxes from Abroad Posted in: Global It begins with the feeling of freedom. Freedom from the constraints of the West, the long winters, the corporate drudgery. But as the months pass ... Read more
Remote Health Review: Global Health Insurance for Nomads Posted in: Global Looking for global health insurance while living and working remotely? Read our review of Remote Health, a product offered by nomad insurance experts, SafetyWing. Hand’s ... Read more

Popular Articles for Retirees

Retiring in Costa Rica: The Complete Guide Posted in: Costa Rica With more and more retirees choosing to retire abroad, Costa Rica took notice and poised itself as a prime retirement destination. It continues to attract ... Read more
The 9 Best Places to Retire in Costa Rica Posted in: Costa Rica Thinking of retiring in the country? Check out these top expat locations.
Retiring in Mexico: The Complete Guide Posted in: Mexico A step-by-step guide that helps you cover all your bases before arriving in the country.
A Guide to Retirement in the Philippines for Foreigners Posted in: Philippines If you’re set to build a future home in the Philippines, get to know the country more by monitoring the news, coordinating with people on ... Read more
A Basic Guide to the SRRV Visa in the Philippines Posted in: Philippines Are you looking for a good place to start your retirement? Or are you still caught in the middle of figuring out where to live ... Read more
How to Ditch the Desk at 53 and Retire in Thailand Posted in: Thailand Pat and I chose to escape the daily grind and retire early while we had our health, energy, and sense of adventure. Pat had worked ... Read more
A Guide to Thailand’s Mandatory Health Insurance Rules for Retirees Posted in: Thailand The Thai Government has released the new health insurance rules for retirement visa holders. Starting October 31, 2019, all retirees applying for a non-immigrant O-A ... Read more
The Complete Guide to Getting Dental Implants in Costa Rica Posted in: Costa Rica Dental implants are a great option for those in need of teeth replacement. They provide a strong foundation for the new teeth and stimulate bone ... Read more
Where to Find the Best Dental Implants in Mexico Posted in: Mexico Are you planning to get dental implants in Mexico? If so, you’re making the right choice. Mexico is one of the top destinations for dental ... Read more

Popular Articles for Expat Families

An Overview of Costa Rica’s Schools and Education System Posted in: Costa Rica How to pick the right primary, secondary, or higher education school for you or your family.
How to Pick the Best International Schools in Thailand for Expats Posted in: Thailand Of all the stresses that moving to a new country generates for families, finding a good school must surely rank as one of the biggest. ... Read more
Recommended International Schools in Bangkok 2022: Costs, Locations, and Choices Posted in: Thailand This article is the second part of our Thailand international school series. If you’d like to learn more about international schools’ tier systems, accreditation, curricula, ... Read more
An In-Depth Guide to Choosing the Right International School in Beijing Posted in: China If you’re moving to Beijing and you have children, then the choice of the school they will attend is one of the most important you ... Read more
How to Choose the Best IB School in Bangkok Posted in: Thailand The International Baccalaureate (IB) Organisation was founded in 1968 in Switzerland. The brainchild of teachers at the International School of Geneva, it aimed to establish ... Read more
Shanghai: Your Guide to Selecting the Right International School Posted in: China Shanghai has long been the global commercial epicenter of China, and its international schools are a byproduct of that fact. These schools are ranked among ... Read more
Thailand Cost of Living-How Our Family Spends 78,465 Baht a Month Posted in: Thailand Curious about how much it’ll cost your family to live in Thailand? Already live in Thailand and planning on starting a family here? This post ... Read more
Homeschooling in Thailand: Resources, Co-ops, Materials, and More Posted in: Thailand How to educate your children at home and build a richer family experience.

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Thailand Elite Visa Review: What You Should Know Before Applying

Thailand Elite Visa Review: What You Should Know Before Applying (2022)

2022-11-292022-11-29 by Saran Lhawpongsawad

Have you heard of the Thailand Elite Visa? It was introduced in 2003 after the Thai government approved the Thailand Privilege Card project proposed by … Read more

A lady holding a newborn in her arms and the title: Having a Baby in Thailand, a Step-by-Step Guide for Expecting Parents

Having a Baby in Thailand: A Step-by-Step Guide for Expecting Parents

2022-11-262022-11-24 by John Wolcott

What to expect when you’re expecting in the kingdom.

Hiring a Helper “Ayi” in China

Hiring a Helper “Ayi” in China

2022-11-22 by Julia Teresani

Who is Your Ayi? Ayi’ (阿姨, ā yí) literally means aunt. You can use this term to address the housekeeper, cleaner, nanny, and any older … Read more

Christmas in Bangkok: 4 Places to Buy Christmas Trees

2022-11-222022-11-21 by John Wolcott

The first Christmas we spent in Thailand, my wife and I had one daughter and she was a year old. We didn’t feel the need … Read more

Shipping to Uganda Services, Costs, and Customs

Shipping to Uganda: Services, Costs, and Customs

2022-11-21 by Andy Killeen

When relocating to Uganda, shipping is an important consideration. You must consider how long you plan to stay and whether it is worth the expense … Read more

How to Buy or Adopt Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets in Thailand

How to Buy or Adopt Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets in Thailand

2022-11-242022-11-19 by Jonathan Milman

Everything you need to know before adding a furry friend to your family.

An Overview of Singapore International Schools

An Overview of Singapore International Schools

2022-11-18 by Yanni Li

Singapore is a multicultural city with a sizable expat population. With over 60 international schools to choose from, you will certainly be able to choose … Read more

How to Find a Maid, Nanny, Babysitter, and Housekeeper in Thailand

How to Find a Maid, Nanny, Babysitter, and Housekeeper in Thailand

2022-11-162022-11-16 by Anchalee Koboon

Everything you need to know when it comes to finding help at home for your family.

An Expat's Guide to Getting Kids Vaccinated in China

An Expat’s Guide to Getting Kids Vaccinated in China

2022-11-11 by Julia Teresani

Immunization is crucial to keep your baby healthy. Private hospitals in China offer immunization packages for children. Once you pick the hospital, your child will … Read more

Best Places to Live in Vietnam as an Expat

Best Places to Live in Vietnam as an Expat

2022-11-10 by Jennifer Richardson

Moving to Vietnam as an expat is an adventure that comes with some preparation and lots of positives. You’ll be living in a fascinating country … Read more

How to Buy Groceries from Online Supermarkets in the Philippines

How to Buy Groceries from Online Supermarkets in the Philippines

2022-10-29 by Andrew Ahearne

If there’s one thing in abundance in the Philippines, it’s tasty food. Without looking too far, you’ll find all sorts of deliciousness waiting to be … Read more

How To Get Permanent Resident Status in Mexico

How To Get Permanent Resident Status in Mexico

2022-10-27 by Joseph Johnston

Mexico is one of the world’s most beautiful and welcoming countries. You can find an invigorating array of climates and terrains, food that will make … Read more