expatiane
American looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 06 February 2021
Digital nomad visas: a reality without the fancy name by Sally Romero
In Paraguay we do not have 鈥渄igital nomad visas鈥� per se, but territorial taxation allows foreign citizens that obtain the regular standard Paraguayan residence permit, to be deemed as a tax resident here, and to not pay taxes if the ...
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Digital nomad visas: a reality without the fancy name by Sally Romero
In Paraguay we do not have 鈥渄igital nomad visas鈥� per se, but territorial taxation allows foreign citizens that obtain the regular standard Paraguayan residence permit, to be deemed as a tax resident here, and to not pay taxes if the ...
@Sally Romero Per your requestI sent you my email address! I have not heard from you since.. Read More
New members of the Albania forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Albania forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi nimoh1347,I highly respect your skillfulness as a municipal sweeper unfortunately, there will be many native Albanians that can do the same work and if this is the only principal activity in your life that you do to earn money It can be almost, ... Read More
Finding a job in Montenegro by muscle5572
I'm Korean,聽 聽I will move to Montenegro in Aug.I'm 55 years old, male, strong, athletic,聽 I speak Korean and english.Is it possible for me to get a job in Montenegro?
@Bhavna if OP does not like to be asked questions that is his or her problem. Rude OP! Read More
Buying a car in Serbia by fffm
I want to buy a car in Serbia. However, I am worried about whether it is a used car or a new car. I was planning to buy a used car, but when I look it up on the internet, I often see that it needs a lot of repairs. And the biggest problem is that ...
@fffm You should be able to find a decent used car in Serbia. Use search engine to find local classifieds.In order to get a car loan in Serbia, you need to be a resident with an income. Read More
I need an immigration Lawyer in Albania
I do agree with you in some but, not all!! Read More
New here - help to find good plans by MonsieurPaul
Hi all, I am a newcomer in Albania and in the expatriate community. I arrived in Durres a month ago to work for CMA CGM, a french shipping line. My wife will join me in a couple of week and I am looking for nice places to hang out and possibly for ...
Hi, try albanian-property dot com.聽I get a better result if I act as an Albanian instead of foreigner or a tourist. What I normally do is: 1- Write what I am searching for in English.2- Translating it from English to the country language I want ... Read More
Restaurant Business in Albania by RaveetRahman
Hi ! This is Raveet Rahman from Bangladesh. I am planning start restaurant business at Tirana. Actually I had a dream of giving at least 6 restaurants in 6 different parts of the world. And I will be travelling around. In shaa Allah, I will be able ...
Hi. It depends about the City if you want in Tirana. It is about 20.000 to 30.000 euro.does this ($) figure cover the appliances and remodeling the business? how profitable restaurant business in Albania? Read More
Driving an imported car in Serbia by expatiane
Hi everyone, can I get a local insurance and drive my car with a US plates in Serbia, or do I need to have it registered? Thank you
I guess the tax exempt will take place once the person gets their PR., as for the lawyer, I have been talking to one that I met via referral. Thank you for the information. . Read More
Driving an imported car in Serbia by expatiane
Hi everyone, can I get a local insurance and drive my car with a US plates in Serbia, or do I need to have it registered? Thank you
Hi Kneeland, Moving to Serbia, means that if I buy a property or open a business in Serbia; I will be able to apply for temp residency and the car will be tax exempt? Also, does the tax exempt applies to all cars? I have a 2016 Range Rover Sport ... Read More
Driving an imported car in Serbia
Hi everyone, can I get a local insurance and drive my car with a US plates in Serbia, or do I need to have it registered? Thank you Read More
Streaming television for English speakers by DrDuane
Is there streaming TV service with English programs/apps, for example, Brit Box, Prime, etc?
I tried almost every VPN provider on earth, one of them is Express VPN is the most expensive. There are other reliable VPN providers for much cheaper. if OP interested in VPN service they can PM me. Read More
Streaming television for English speakers
With an Amazon Fire TV Stick, you鈥檒l have access to all the popular streaming services, like Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, YouTube, and more. All you need is a reliable WiFi connection and a TV with an HDMI port, and you can use the Fire Stick to ... Read More
My advice! Don't come to Ukraine. by ModyBahrain
[b]My advice! Don't come to Ukraine. Well! I鈥檓 a Bahraini student in Ukraine-Kharkiv since 2011, which it means I've seen a lot of things good and bad, so I think I have the right to write this article about this country. Yeah if you ...
I lived & worked in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for 6 months. I couldn't stand that country, and it's funny a Bahrain national points out corruption in other countries, as if they are Snow White :) ... Really ... I don't want to minimize ... Read More
Health insurance by expatiane
Hi everyone, is the health insurance required all the time while living in Ukraine? Thank you all
Thank you for the good information. Read More
Health insurance
Hi everyone, is the health insurance required all the time while living in Ukraine? Thank you all Read More
PCR Test Results by Snowball6
I am due to leave for the UK this weekend and taking the test in Bulgaria. I鈥檝e just noticed the results must be in English and translations won鈥檛 be accepted. Can anyone give me further information please?
拢38 is really cheap. PCR test in the US is $250.00 about 拢183 Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Thank you Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Thank you Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Also if you think to buy insurance for your staying some actually cover "covid" but not sure who covers "vaccination side effects". And be careful insurances in Bulgaria are highly unregulated and you won't receive probably ... Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Are you coming only for the vax? No, between Sofia, Varna and Plovdiv I am planning to stay for month. why aren't you taking one at home? I was not going to take one but now, I changed my mind and I already made plans to be in BG for a month. ... Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
what do you suggest? should I cancel my trip to BG? Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
thank you for your comment, but this sounds SCRAY!!! Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Johnavann, I am not sure if it makes any difference since I am only visiting Bulgaria. Can you share the name of hospital or clinic where you got your vaccine.. thank you Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Thank you SimCityAT, My trip transition in Europe is going to be through Rome, Italy-Sofia. Unfortunately!! Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Johnavann, good info thank you so much. Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor by expatiane
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks
Hi gwynj, Thank you for this information. I prefer to get vaccinated with one of the two American made vaccines: 鈥淢oderna or Pfizer鈥� As for the Covid Certificate, I checked online and I think I can get it with my US ... Read More
Adapting American electronics to Portugal by jkmet
Is there a recommended adapter that will allow me to use American electronics (smart tv, small appliances such as a microwave oven, desktop computer, laptop computer, etc..) to Portugal? Thank you!
Hi jkmet, If you can list or send me the model number of your devices, I will verify and check the compatibility for you. Read More
Vaccines in Bulgaria as a visitor
Hi everyone, soon I will be traveling to Sofia, can I get vaccinated while visiting Bulgaria? Thanks Read More
Adapting American electronics to Portugal by jkmet
Is there a recommended adapter that will allow me to use American electronics (smart tv, small appliances such as a microwave oven, desktop computer, laptop computer, etc..) to Portugal? Thank you!
Hi, You need a step down 220/240 volts transformer will cost you from $30 and up . The AC voltage in Portugal is 230 Volts AC, 50 Hertz, in the US the Voltage is 120 Volts AC, 60 Hertz. You can use a Step Up Down Power Converter Transformer 220/240 ... Read More
D Visa Guidance by gwynj
[b]INTRODUCTION[/b] I have posted much of this information in reply to several forum posts, but I think it might be helpful to have it one place. Following Brexit (and the end of the Transition period i.e. from 1/1/21), British citizens now need ...
Thank you for taking the time to put together this valuable information. I searched online and could not find a specific answer to the following: Is there a monthly retirement income to be eligible for long stay D visa? Do you need to have a ... Read More
Import duty on personal goods? by Vidanova
My wife and I both came to live in Portugal and took up residency in the 90's and imported our household and personal effects including a car. No import duties were charged on these items. (the car had the usual charges to get it matriculated ...
I was thinking about importing my 2016 Range Rover Sport with only 15,000 miles. Man what a shame, I love my car but I don't think I will be able to bring it to Portugal... Read More
HOA Fees etc. by markofdistionction
We've noticed that none of the apartments we've been looking at purchasing don't list any maintenance fees etc. Here in the US condos and townhomes almost all have HOA fees. Can anyone shed some light in this for me. We're just ...
Johnny, you stated on message #3 鈥淚n Portugal, HOA fees do not usually appear on the lease ads. You have to ask the Real Estate agent鈥� that is fine and thank you for the information. I am considering buying a condo myself and HOA fee ... Read More
HOA Fees etc. by markofdistionction
We've noticed that none of the apartments we've been looking at purchasing don't list any maintenance fees etc. Here in the US condos and townhomes almost all have HOA fees. Can anyone shed some light in this for me. We're just ...
That information should be disclosed and not hidden from the buyer! Read More
HOA Fees etc. by markofdistionction
We've noticed that none of the apartments we've been looking at purchasing don't list any maintenance fees etc. Here in the US condos and townhomes almost all have HOA fees. Can anyone shed some light in this for me. We're just ...
Yes, in the US they normally specify how much the monthly fee for the Home Association Fee. Some HOA fees are so high which always made me not liking buying Condos due to the high HOA Fee. Some fees can be more than your mortgage payment. Read More
New Construction Flat in Kiev or Surrounding Area by DreamCatcher213
I鈥檓 interested in purchasing real estate and would like some information on purchasing a new construction flat in Kiev. Is it necessary or advantageous to use the services of a licensed realtor for a new construction flat? In the US ...
Do you know if there are any direct buying from owners website in English language? Thank you Read More
New Construction Flat in Kiev or Surrounding Area by DreamCatcher213
I鈥檓 interested in purchasing real estate and would like some information on purchasing a new construction flat in Kiev. Is it necessary or advantageous to use the services of a licensed realtor for a new construction flat? In the US ...
To: Gregorypak Thanks for the info. How long did it take to build and how much did you pay for the Square meter? Thank you Read More
Cost of Living in Portugal in 2021 by Cheryl
Hello everybody, We would like to take stock of the changing cost of living in Portugal, particularly in your city or region. The aim is to measure the impact that the health crisis may have had on your expenses. This will help other expatriates ...
After reading your comment about the increasing crime in Portugal, I started conducting my own research and got really shocked after I discovered the crime rate is unfortunately, escalating rapidly in a very high rate specially Algarve reaches ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2021 by Cheryl
Hello everybody, We would like to take stock of the changing cost of living in Morocco, particularly in your city or region. The aim is to measure the impact that the health crisis may have had on your expenses. This will help other expatriates ...
I am an American citizen born in Morocco, and I hate living here and can't wait to get the hell out. Too dirty, you can't even walk on the side walk it is all occupied by coffee shops and other small shops. If you're honest you ... Read More
Moving and buying Property in Portugal by sheba777
Hi! My husband and I are planning to move and buy a Property in Portugal. Can anyone ,tell me what is the best States to buy a Cheap Property please? Do you think, it is best to rent at the beginning, rather than buying? And also, what do I need to ...
Hi Sheba, Buying a house takes time and you don't want to rush into a deal you won't be happy with in the future..., It is better to rent first and give yourself time to get familiar with the area or the city that you may like. Best of luck ... Read More