Life Abroad

Imagine enjoying the sound of the ocean or the scent of exotic flowers every day as you wake up in the morning. Moving abroad will allow you to pamper yourself like that. But living abroad is more than just moving to a new place for a change of scenery or, for example, moving up a career ladder.

An immersive new experience can offer many possibilities, while confronting the traveller with unfamiliar obstacles and challenges along the way. Attempting to adapt to a foreign country and culture can confuse even a seasoned expat.

From opening a bank account and obtaining a tax number to buying / renting a home and navigating immigration bureaucracy - the InternationalWealth portal team is ready to provide a full range of services that make life easier for readers abroad.

This section contains useful articles about life abroad. Use the button below or scroll to the bottom of the page to see a list of the most popular content. Additionally, we recommend taking advantage of a personalised consultation covering various aspects of life abroad. Send a request to info@offshore-pro.info to get answers to your questions.

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The Wealthiest Cities in Europe: GDP per Capita Rating

The Wealthiest Cities in Europe: GDP per Capita Rating


Luxembourg, Dublin, Frankfurt, Helsinki, Milan, Stockholm, and Copenhagen are the first seven cities on the list of the wealthiest cities in Europe. The list is based on the GDP per capita indicator. The article describes the key characteristics of each of the richest places in Europe.

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Life in Serbia – Housing Costs and Expenses to Expect

Life in Serbia – Housing Costs and Expenses to Expect


Reasons why Serbia has turned into a popular immigration destination. How much money do you need to live in Serbia? Living in Serbia – what to expect. Rental and lease expenses in Serbia – how much will you pay to rent office or residential premises in 2023? Food prices and transport expenses. Company maintenance expenses. Monthly living expenses in Serbia. Life and cost of living in Serbia for foreigners. How much are you ready to pay for professional services to secure your calm?

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Learning Turkish: Challenges and Useful Tips

Learning Turkish: Challenges and Useful Tips


Are you thinking of learning Turkish? You may need it for personal communication, relocation to the country, or for business. No matter what your purposes are, you will start with the basics. It’s always hard to start learning a new language as, first of all, this is a journey into the unknown that may scare you off, and second, this is quite a long-term project. What we try to do in this post is to make this journey more familiar to you, show the basic “map” of the road, and probably even get you interested and motivated in making your first steps. Ready to see new horizons? Get in and off we go!

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Can Foreigners Buy a SIM Card in Turkey?

Can Foreigners Buy a SIM Card in Turkey?


When you come to another country (for a short-term or long-term stay), you need to keep in touch with those you left behind, which practically means that you need a local SIM card as roaming services may be too expensive. Turkey is a great country for a holiday or relocation, and it has its own peculiarities connected with telecom services that you should be aware of, or you risk finding yourself with a blocked phone. Read our article to find out how to buy a SIM card in Turkey correctly and why the country has a “telephone amnesty” procedure that you may find useful to synchronize with.

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Internet and Mobile Applications: On What Conditions Can Foreigners Use Them in Turkey?

Internet and Mobile Applications: On What Conditions Can Foreigners Use Them in Turkey?


If you are planning to relocate to Turkey, you should bear in mind that you are going to find some restrictions in the country as far as access to certain websites is concerned. Some Internet platforms can be blocked or slowed down for a few days when the political situation in Turkey becomes unstable. As for the mobile services, you’d be better off buying a Turkish sim-card and a Turkish phone when you relocate to the country. Otherwise, you’ll probably have to pay through the nose if you use the phone that you brought with you from abroad.

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What Work and Life in Turkey in 2022 is All About – Fascinating Previously Unpublished Facts

What Work and Life in Turkey in 2022 is All About – Fascinating Previously Unpublished Facts


Life in Turkey. Turkish prices and economy. Working in Turkey – job hunting tips. Jobs available to foreigners in Turkey, with salaries therefor. Pensions and social guarantees in Turkey. Medical and healthcare services. Education, real estate, and business in Turkey. Crime rate. Turkish prices and living costs for foreigners. Useful suggestions for potential immigrants willing to move to Turkey.

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Relocating to Madeira

Advantages and Disadvantages of Relocating to Madeira


Investing in real property in Portugal will make you qualified for a ‘golden visa’ or a legal residence permit in the country. Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal where you can also purchase property and become eligible for a golden visa. The required investment amount is 20% lower on the islands than the investment amount required for purchasing real property in the continental part of Portugal.

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Educational Opportunities for Expat Kids in Portugal

Educational Opportunities for Expat Kids in Portugal


State, private, and international schools are available to immigrants’ children in Portugal. State schools do not charge any tuition fees while private and international schools do. The language of instruction in state and private schools is Portuguese while international schools can use other languages such as English, German, or French. Higher education opportunities are also diverse in Portugal. The students can choose between a university that teaches fundamental sciences or a polytechnic institute that teaches applied disciplines.

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Things to Do in Lisbon in August

Things to Do in Lisbon in August


You can engage in various cultural activities in Lisbon if you visit the city in August. Several music festivals, a film festival, various exhibitions, and historic fairs take place in Lisbon and its suburbs during the month of August.

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Retirement Abroad Made Easy

Retirement Abroad Made Easy


Retirement abroad is an attractive idea for millions of future retirees across the world. Read our experts’ encouraging answers about senior expats’ comfortable life overseas.

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