June 2020 Emigrate News Archive
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Expats lose whilst health insurers win due to Brexit
Older Brits who’re planning to leave post-Brexit Britain for sunnier EU member states must now take into account the need for an expensive private health insurance package.
For decades, retiring to a warmer, cheaper location on the European mainland has been the plan of many Britons coming up to retirement age, but Brexit has turned the...
Is bitcoin truly of use to internationally mobile expat professionals?
Is bitcoin a blessing or a curse for overseas expat professionals?
Given that a universal payment provision for globe-trotting expats sounds like a dream come true especially as it gets rid of conversion fees, what, if any, are the downsides?
The cryptocurrency and its newer versions such as Litecoin and Ethereum are now regarded as an...
Expatriates in Hong Kong fearing Beijing’s new national security law
Are expats in Hong Kong at risk of falling foul of China’s new national security laws?
As Hong Kong residents and expatriates hold their breath whilst China continues to push its new law, democracy activist Joshua Wong is fearing for their futures as well as his own. In spite of Wong’s support by pro-democracy movements across the...
Expats urged to visit pre-mass tourism Spain
If you’re now planning to check out Spain as your new, post-Brexit country of residence, you’ll see the real deal as it was before the tourism invasion.
It’s common knowledge that Spain’s Mediterranean coastal resorts are set up for what used to be called package tours, attracting those who enjoy delights such as beer, British...
Finding affordability as an expat in Japan
Japan is often considered to be far too expensive as an expat destination, but that’s only half the truth about this unique Asian archipelago.
Many expats would admit to being fascinated by Japan’s natural beauty, ancient culture and diverse regions, but most are resigned to never experiencing its reality due to its reputation as...
Dealing with Brexit and the pandemic as a new expat in Spain
How to organise your emigration to Spain.
Moving to Spain for work or retirement is the dream for a good number of Brits, especially now the threat of the pandemic appears to be fading. Keeping up with any remaining covid19 regulations as well as updating your information on any new aspects of the Brexit effect is also necessary, although...
Stranded expats with Thai wives and families to return soon
Expats married to Thais but stranded overseas are finally closer to returning to their Thailand homes.
Ever since the Thai government banned incoming flights, many expats with Thai wives and children have been stranded overseas with no idea when they’ll be able to return to their loved ones. Several English language news sites have...
Saudi status as an expat professional hub draws to a close
Is Saudi Arabia finished as a favourite destination for expatriate workers?
Those who predicted expat life as it’s known and loved would be snuffed out by the pandemic were ridiculed at first, but developments over the past several months are suggesting the doom-sayers may well be right. International media outlets are now reporting a...
Will expats in the Czech Republic go for 3D printed homes?
Could this unique home be the answer for environmentally-friendly, cash-strapped expats?
The Czech Republic is now well-known for its popularity amongst expat techies, to the extent that affordable accommodation in and around Prague is now in short supply. Some years ago, the concept of 3D printed homes was all the rage but now it’s...
Cambodia to demand $3,000 deposit from expat arrivals
It’s bad news time for expats looking to Cambodia as their new home from home.
Expats in Southeast Asia who’re investigating a transfer to Cambodia might well prefer to think again. The Cambodian government’s shock announcement that both foreigners and locals arriving in the country will be forced to pay out a deposit of $3,000 to...
Expats considering Cambodia should head for Kampot or Kep
If you’re considering Cambodia as your new expat hideaway, there are still places the Chinese haven’t yet discovered.
For expats looking to find an inexpensive, fascinating hideaway with little in the way of visa hassles, Cambodia is worth your research time, although there’s one issue which needs careful contemplation. The country...
Expats in Singapore fearing for their jobs as redundancies soar
Expats in Singapore are now fearing for their jobs as well as their futures in the city state.
With city state economists now predicting at least 200,000 redundancies by the end of 2020 as a result of the pandemic, expat professionals are now fearing for their careers and futures in the city they know as home. Singaporean employers are...
Dubai economy to be hit hard by expat repatriation
Dubai’s expat exodus will bring bad news for the emirate’s economy.
It seems the worldwide coronavirus pandemic and its curtailment of human rights are focusing expats’ minds on what’s really important for their physical and mental health. It’s a similar story across almost all favourite expat career hubs, with compulsory...
Asia now more expensive than Europe for expat professionals
As pundits predict a world financial meltdown due to the coronavirus, are the planet’s most expensive cities telling a different story?
As regards unbelievably high costs of living, Asia now takes the crown away from Europe, with Hong Kong, Osaka and Singapore sharing the number one spot in a recent survey. One thing’s for certain,...
Cambodia’s charm and low living costs attract expat retirees
If you’re looking to relocate to a country with a low cost of living, stunning scenery, a fascinating history and friendly locals, you could do far worse than consider Cambodia.
Far less well known than neighbouring Thailand as an expat destination, Cambodia has many of the same advantages and fewer of the off-putting disadvantages than...
Buying property in Japan as an expat
Buying an expat property in Japan has been a dream for many, but is now relatively straightforward.
Until fairly recently, Japan was infamous for being a serious challenge for incoming expats, not just for the language but also due to the Japanese mistrust of foreigners. Nowadays, it’s very different due to this fascinating country’s...
Brits looking to expatriate can now find property bargains
Sunnier climes and a better quality of life are the most often quoted reasons for leaving the UK.
Given that most would-be expatriates choose destinations high in sunshine, low in living expenses and superior as regards quality of life, has the pandemic caused the inclusion of other positives in order to balance the negatives of an...
Expat arrivals in Germany confused over dual healthcare insurance
If you’re heading to Germany to take on a new job, health insurance is high on the must-do list.
The major issues of moving to a new country include adjusting to an unfamiliar culture, learning a new language and taking on board new laws and regulations. Once you’ve actually arrived and are settling into your new routine, you’ll be...
Elderly British expats in France fearing a no-deal Brexit
British expats in a Breton village are afraid of a no-deal Brexit.
The little French village of Gouarec’s present-day population is just over 25 per cent British, many of whom are worried about the increasingly likely event of a no-deal Brexit in just over six months’ time. This disaster scenario would likely mean their ability to...
Expats with Thai wives and families still banned from entry
No hope yet for thousands of expats separated from their Thai families and stranded overseas.
Frustration and fury is increasing amongst the thousands of Western expats stranded overseas away from their Thai wives and children. Even although they’ve been living in the country for many years and have valid visas, they’re last in the...
