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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. 天美麻豆 takes a look at the different fake job ads as well as scams that might arise.
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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.
Everyday life
Moving abroad often means discovering new cultures and trying new cuisines. However, you shouldn't expect to only come across those fabulous delicacies you've been looking at on Instagram. Some of them might even give you a shock! 天美麻豆 presents some of the world's weirdest foods you should try at least once during your stay abroad.
Iran
Vanessa left her birth country, Venezuela, after falling in love. She moved to Iran, where her husband is from, and has only just returned to her native country. In this interview, Vanessa gives us an insight into life in Iran, which is not the most popular expat destination, to say the least.
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“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.
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On September 12, 2020, Thai police arrested a US national for defamation after posting a negative comment for a hotel on a popular website. The man had to spend two nights in jail before being bailed out. You might have understood by now that your usual behaviour or habits could land you in trouble in your home country. To save you from embarrassment, we tell you about ten things you could get fined for as an expat.
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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?
Hong-Kong, a popular expat destination, has lost three points on AXA's Wellness Index Survey 2020. Not only did Hong-Kong have to deal with the COVID-19 sanitary crisis, but also with episodes of political unrest. While none of the above have been settled yet, is Hong-Kong still an attractive destination for expats?
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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.
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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.
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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?
Everyday life
In a couple of months, the United Kingdom will no longer be part of the European Union as the Brexit transition period is coming to an end soon. What should you expect as a British expat living in an EU or EEA country, or as a European who is looking to move to the UK or who is already living in the country? Here's an insight into what's changing from January 1st, 2021.
Is it really important for you to vote as an American expat? Jerry Nelson, an American expat in Buenos Aires, certainly thinks so. He tells us why in the following blogpost.
French entrepreneur Fabrice Le Dantec-Gaussen and his family had everything planned. Their flight to Mauritius, where they were meant to start their new lives, was booked for the 21st of March, but the borders closed on the 19th. The wealth management expert for expats gives us an insight into what life is like right now for him and his family.
Health system
The COVID-19 crisis has had a significant impact on the health systems of most countries around the world. The most developed countries have not been spared either. With a growing demand for healthcare, coupled with a skills shortage, several countries, such as Australia, New Zealand, as well as Canada, are gradually lifting their border restrictions for highly-qualified health professionals. So if you've got the skills they're currently looking for, and you've always dreamed of moving abroad, you should try your luck.
Banks and finance
For many expats, moving abroad means having a better quality of life, with different cultural and social exposure, but also higher living standards with higher wages. But does earning more mean that you have to spend more? Whether you're an international student, a professional or a retiree, budgeting will be crucial for maintaining a proper lifestyle. We tell you about the common mistakes expats make with their money.
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.
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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.
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Everyday life
Moving abroad is often associated with adventure, discovery, and new opportunities. While it can be a deeply enriching experience, there is often a less visible reality behind the excitement of starting a new life abroad: exhaustion. In my consultations, expats sometimes describe a fatigue that never seems to lift, unusual irritability, a sense of disconnection, or the feeling that they are no longer quite themselves. What I have also observed is that this distress is rarely confined to one person. In expat families, when one parent begins to struggle, the entire family often has to adapt. Partners may feel isolated or lose their sense of direction, while children can pick up on their parents' stress, worries, or emotional fatigue, even when these feelings are never openly discussed.
New Zealand
Since June 1, foreign workers seeking certain work visas in New Zealand have been subject to new English language requirements. The government says the changes are intended to improve migrant integration and help prevent workplace exploitation.
Sweden
Since June 1, Sweden has tightened its work permit regulations. The new rules introduce higher salary requirements, stricter conditions for seasonal workers, mandatory health insurance in some cases, and increased scrutiny of employers.
Belgium
Belgium's latest reforms, which took effect on June 1, bring greater flexibility to the labor market in an effort to support job creation. At the same time, the government has introduced stricter requirements for non-European students.
United Arab Emirates
Foreign residents in the United Arab Emirates should take note: under UAE regulations, residence visas are generally canceled if the holder remains outside the country for more than 180 consecutive days. In most cases, affected residents must apply for a new visa before returning. However, several categories of expatriates are exempt from this rule and can retain their residency status despite an extended stay abroad.
USA
Another blow for foreigners in the United States. On May 22, a memo from the US immigration services introduced a new rule aimed at limiting legal immigration. Apart from a few exceptions, Green Card applications will now have to be filed from the applicant's country of origin. What is the current situation?
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