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Expatriates Retirement Visa in the Philippines

Expatriate Retirement Options Expatriate’s now retiring in the Philippines now have the option for a Special Retirement Resident Retires Visa (SRRV). The SRRV is a retirement program for the expatriate and, is issued by the Philippines Retirement Authority as part of the Bureau of Immigration. With the Philippines fast becoming an expatriate destination with most […]

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Looking to export? You may need to spend time living abroad

There’s thousands of opportunities out there, it’s your job to find them and conquer them. UK business owners are currently going through a period of great uncertainty. With the economy going through something of a rough patch, and Brexit ambiguity a constant shadow hovering above us, many businesses are more concerned with staying afloat than […]

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Succeeding in business abroad

Want to set-up overseas? Here’s our business abroad checklist… While many British citizens become expats in order to enjoy their retirement abroad, others leave the UK for more entrepreneurial reasons. Some expats yearn to start their own businesses abroad, thereby generating money that they can use to enjoy their new countries. If you’re one of […]

Should I transfer to a QROPS

Should I transfer to a QROPS?

Should I transfer to a QROPS? When you’re an expat, finances can (and invariably do) get complicated. In today’s article, we’re going to identify when expats should be considering a QROPS – and perhaps crucially, answer the question ‘Should I consider a QROPS transfer’? Let’s set an example: take a person aged in their mid-fifties […]

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Best countries to move to with a family

Moving abroad with your family? Here’s what you need to know.  The world is your oyster when you are young, free and single but moving aboard when you have children to consider, takes a great deal more thought and planning. Apart from the question of uprooting them against their will and assimilating them into a […]

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Nice: the perfect base for adrenaline junkies

Adrenaline Junkie? Here’s your guide to thrill seeking in the South of France. When you think about Nice, thrill seeking might not spring immediately to mind. But with the ski resorts of Isola, Valberg and Auron just a stone’s throw away by car or bus, there’s plenty for adrenaline junkies to enjoy at any time […]

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What you need to know about emigrating to Dubai

Dreaming of emigrating to Dubai? Here’s your emigration checklist. Dubai is a wonderfully vibrant and modern city, and there are many great career opportunities there for expats. However, the immigration process is rather complicated.  Consult a migration agent rather than trying to handle the process by yourself, especially if you don’t speak fluent Arabic. In […]

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Studying, working and living abroad for graduates

Students abroad… here’s everything you need to know. Taking the decision to study and then work abroad can be exciting, fulfilling and a great way to explore other cultures; but it can also be difficult and many students drop out before completing their course. Challenges abound; how do you cope with a totally different language […]

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How will retiring abroad affect your pension?

Retiring abroad If you’re approaching retirement age, the chances are you’ve spent a good few months thinking about how you’ll spend the upcoming years. You may plan to travel, take up a new hobby, spend more time with family or even take on another type of job. For many people, however, the lure of hot […]