Expatriate Advice

Moving Abroad? Shipping Furniture & Pets Overseas

Shipping furniture is expensive, especially if you are planning to do it via airplane and should really only be considered if you are going to stay abroad for many years. It is quite easy to find furnished accommodation in Europe, so if you’re planning to stay for a year or two it makes much more ... Read more Moving Abroad? Shipping Furniture & Pets Overseas

Family Considerations when Moving Abroad

A partner that is used to working outside of the home may feel restricted or useless outside their natural environment. In a situation where everything is foreign, it is often easier to stick with the same routine as at home. Meeting new people can be a bit of a trial if you are stuck in ... Read more Family Considerations when Moving Abroad

What to do before moving abroad - Considerations

Before you leave, take the time to visit each of your friends, have lunch or do something you don’t often have time for. This extra time is invaluable and you will be glad you made room in your schedule for it. Your friends will be flattered that you made time for them in the busy ... Read more What to do before moving abroad - Considerations

Expatriate Health Insurance - International Health Insurance for Expats

The problem is that when many people move overseas they aren't necessarily covered under a medical plan that the local gvovernment might have in place however the company which you work for my also not give you full insurance coverage either. Especially if you're bringing your family abroad with you, you'll definitely want to get ... Read more Expatriate Health Insurance - International Health Insurance for Expats

Canadian Expat Groups & Canadian Expatriate Associations

Canadian Expat Groups - Europe Belgium - Canadian Club Of Belgium The Canadian Club of Belgium provides support and friendship to Canadians and those who have lived in Canada, and creates a link between Canada and our host country through supporting Belgium charities. They have over ... Read more Canadian Expat Groups & Canadian Expatriate Associations

Culture Shock - How to Deal with Culture Shock

After the initial excitement of being in a new place, the thrill of learning a new language has turns into an insurmountable barrier; basic things like banking and transport are endlessly frustrating and you would give your right arm for a bowl of Frosted Flakes.Battling culture shock is difficult, especially if you have moved somewhere ... Read more Culture Shock - How to Deal with Culture Shock