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You thought you'd be leaving next month, but now you find yourself waiting with packed bags, a delayed visa, dwindling financial resources, and wavering morale. It's not easy to stay afloat when the future seems increasingly uncertain. However, there are silver linings to postponing an international mobility plan. Here are some tips on how not to give up and to keep moving forward.
Banks and finance
According to the latest data from the United Nations, highlighted by Investopedia, Mexico is by far the top destination for American retirees, especially due to the country's proximity and the standard of living. Knowing how significantly the cost of living can impact modest pensions, what should you do when it keeps increasing despite a favorable cost difference from your home country? How can you optimize your retirement pension or supplement your income? Should you consider moving to a more affordable country?
Everyday life
Moving abroad together can be constantly challenging. Should you stay in your comfort zone or venture out to make new friends in your host country? The latter is certainly the better choice. But do you need to share the same friends as your partner? Why is it important to build your own social circle in your host country?
Work
Getting promoted hardly sounds like a bad thing. But sometimes, asking for and receiving a promotion abroad may come with hidden implications that may not be obvious at first sight. And this is what we will be looking into today.
Accommodation
Are you looking to rent or buy a house in a new country? You might be in for a few surprises when it comes to the real estate market and how people live on your house-hunting journey. Here are some ways homes differ around the world.
Everyday life
We all move for different reasons. Once we do, after some time passes, we often want to come back. But this is not always the case. Some expats love their lives in their new countries so much that they don't even want to consider the option of going back. Today, we talk to some of them.
Everyday life
One might romantically (tragically or not, depending on the perspective) claim that roots will always remain independent of human will. These internal roots manifest externally—language use, cultural habits, family, memories... Does your history come to an end when you move to a foreign country, or does it keep growing regardless of where you are?
Work
The remote work boom has been hard to miss. Fairly discreet before the global health crisis, it has now become an essential part of work organization. This setup has inspired workers tempted by expat life and workation dreams. However, there's a tendency to confuse remote work and extended vacation. How do you manage your relationship with your manager? Here's how to find the right balance between expat life and remote work.
USA
Living the American dream is a goal for many around the world. While the US promises a lot and offers a unique experience for those who venture there, it's important to remember that settling in the US is more challenging than it seems, especially regarding healthcare. If you come from a country with easily accessible healthcare, adjusting to the American health system will take some time. Here's everything you need to know!
Work
You've made up your mind; you're moving abroad to build a career. Whether it's a long-cherished dream, a desire to reinvent yourself elsewhere or to challenge yourself—many reasons might make you want to move to a foreign country. However, beware of pitfalls. Here are our tips to maximize your chances of getting hired overseas.
Schools & studies
Some parents are very hesitant to let their child study abroad. They may be concerned about the financial burden of funding an international education. Conservative or deeply religious parents may fear their child could be influenced by a foreign culture and "forget" their roots. It can have an element of sexism, for some parents harbor these fears more about their daughters. They might also be concerned that their child will experience loneliness or face racism and xenophobia. If your parents share these concerns, how can you convince them to let you study abroad? Here are some tips.
Banks and finance
Coming back home after having lived abroad can be both exciting and overwhelming. But let's put emotions aside for a second and focus on the practical side of things. Namely, finances. Let's start at the beginning.
Formalities
Many retirees opt to move to countries where the cost of living is lower than in their home country. Often, their retirement pensions do not meet expectations, leading some retirees to continue working, either out of necessity or personal preference. However, living abroad introduces specific rules related to various types of visas, which may not always permit additional employment alongside retirement. Let's have a detailed look at the situation.
USA
If you are an American living abroad, did you know you can deduct up to US$126,000 from the income you earn from outside US territory? The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, or FEIE, is an IRS provision designed for Americans who live and work in another country.
Work
The topic is seldom discussed among expats, yet job dissatisfaction also affects them. Whether it's a need to change careers, feelings of stagnation, or discomfort at the office, what should you do when you realize that the job you're doing isn't the right fit for you? What should you consider before leaving your job, returning home, or shifting to a new country?
Schools & studies
You envisioned "living your best life" as an international student. You had chosen your dream university in your dream country. But the dream abruptly stopped upon arriving in the host country. The selected program was far from what you had imagined, and nothing seems right. How do you face the year under these conditions? Is it possible to switch majors?
Work
Summer job season is in full swing, and the tourism market is vibrant again. Many countries are rejoicing about the return to or near pre-COVID levels—a boon for foreigners seeking part-time jobs to explore the local job market while boosting their income. Here are tips for finding a summer job and practical advice to avoid scams.
Health system
Adjusting to new food abroad involves more than just overcoming a psychological barrier or embracing an adventurous spirit. Your body may be sensitive and resistant to unfamiliar foods. How can you take care of your health while adjusting to a new culinary landscape? Here are some tips.
Other Types
France
This quiet reform barely made a ripple in France's political debates, yet it slipped through largely unnoticed and will tighten the rules for those who combine work and retirement.
France
A decree published on April 25 in the Official Gazette updates the rules allowing foreign workers to apply for the European Card or register on the "list of jobseekers."
France
E-invoicing (and e-reporting) was previously voluntary. From September 1, 2026, it will become mandatory for businesses to issue and receive electronic invoices. So who exactly is affected?
United Arab Emirates
The UAE's Golden Visa program has been updated. The reform, focused on simplification, aims to further cement the United Arab Emirates' position as a top destination for foreign investors and entrepreneurs.
Formalities
A new fee for expats. Quietly slipped into the 2026 Finance Act, this measure has very real consequences for foreign drivers in their everyday lives. Starting May 12, exchanging a driver's license will no longer be free.
United Arab Emirates
The emirate of Dubai is rolling out a new strategy to keep attracting wealthy expats. A minimum investment is no longer required to qualify for a two-year residency visa.
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