Work - Expat Magazine
Most expats move to Europe for better career prospects and higher living standards. However, it's not always easy to find a job and a salary that meets your expectations. Rent, cost of living, etc., are some of the factors to take into account. So if you wish to thrive and enjoy a better quality of life, which cities should you consider?
Since the early days of the global health crisis, many companies have switched to remote work. This does have a considerable impact on both careers and the mental health and well-being of employees. What about professionals who are looking to work abroad after the crisis?
One of the top destinations for working abroad, Dubai recently announced the new Remote Working Visa, which is being managed by Dubai Tourism. This visa is intended for foreign professionals who would like to stay at least one year in the emirate without having to leave their job in their respective home countries.
Have you ever woken up with a big smile on your face to get ready for work? If the answer is no, it only means that you're not happy with your job. What if you had the chance to make your childhood or teenage dream come true? Have a look at the coolest jobs around the world. An ancient thought says: "Choose a job you love – and you won't have to work a day in your life!”
Looking for a job abroad from your home country is not always an easy task. Especially when the job search is done in a different language. This is especially true as some people and agencies do try to take advantage of the situation. 大咖福利影院 takes a look at the different fake job ads as well as scams that might arise.
World-famous for their excellent quality of life, high living standards and attractive salaries, Singapore and Hong Kong are no longer top expat destinations. Singapore recently announced that the hiring of locals would be prioritised from now on, which means that there are fewer chances for expats who are looking to boost their career in Asia. However, there are other countries you might consider for a post-COVID-19 move to Asia.
“If you share food, you end up sharing emotions.” Meet the lady who piques your culinary interest not just through food, but also an emotional connect. Manasi, from India, arrived in Amsterdam in 2018. Within six months, she was running her own business; a social dining platform that brings people together over authentic cultural food meet-ups, culinary tours and experiences as well as through online cooking workshops in a unique setting of people's own homes. The idea is to enable people to experience authentic cultural dining.
With the COVID-19 crisis, thousands of young students and graduates around the globe had to give up the idea of working abroad while others are rather waiting for the right moment to move. Taking into account current travel restrictions and the rising unemployment rate in most countries, how can you gain international work experience abroad during the crisis?
While finding a job as an expat isn't an easy task, it shouldn't be too complicated either if you know how to get started. Social networks such as LinkedIn can be your one-stop-shop. Here are some tips from Jerry Nelson, an American expat in Argentina and avid blogger.
Travel writing isn't all about travelling exotic destinations around the world, staying for free in luxury hotels and sipping delicious cocktails in a hammock with a laptop on a pristine beach. Jerry Nelson, an American expat in Buenos Aires and passionate writer, debunks the myth of travel writing.
Last week, Saudi Arabia announced the reopening of its borders from January 2021. Other countries, such as Bahrain, are also doing so, but only to citizens of Middle East countries and visa holders. As a start, however, only short stays will be considered so as to kickstart tourism which has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. What about those who would like to relocate to the Middle East?
Netherlands
Biomedical researcher, traveler and life enthusiast, Spanish expat Helena took a new position in the Netherlands just a few weeks ago. She tells us a little about finding a job and subsequently living and working in the Netherlands.
American expat, Jerry Nelson, lives in Buenos Aires. He is not quite a digital nomad, but he is not the typical 65-year old either. The expat tells us about his experience freelancing abroad and why more baby boomers should think about freelancing.
United Arab Emirates
While most Middle East countries are facing an expat exodus, the UAE is looking to attract more of them. Dubai has just announced its new strategy to attract and retain expat retirees: a retiree visa that will be renewable every five years. Here's what you need to know if you've always dreamed of retiring to one of the world's most developed and prosperous cities.
Singapore
For many years, Singapore has been a haven for foreign professionals thanks to the wide range of career prospects available, but also for its high wages and living standards. However, the economic downturn, coupled with rising unemployment, have compelled the Singaporean government to tighten regulations relating to the hiring of foreign professionals.
Bruno Antoine, an International Mobility advisor, speaks to 大咖福利影院 about the future of expatriation after the COVID-19. He specializes in several destinations in South-East Asia.
To boost its tourism industry and revive its economy following the COVID-19 crisis, Indonesia is working on a new strategy to attract digital nomads to Bali. This was announced by Indonesia's Ministry of Maritime Affairs Management last week. Estonia, for its part, recently launched its first digital nomad visa, thanks to which you can work remotely for a company or as your own boss for a whole year. While the looming economic is having a significant impact on employment around the world, even for freelancers and digital nomads, here's what you can expect as many countries around the world are lifting their border and travel restrictions.
During these trying times, a lot of people have lost their jobs. In an attempt to find anything to support themselves, people are turning to temporary jobs. But what are your options as an expat living in a different country?
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