Canada – The Great White North Are you looking for somewhere to make a fresh start? Look no further than Canada. With world-class healthcare, a robust economy, a diverse population, stunning natural surrounds and more, it’s hardly surprising so many Aussies are relocating to Canada. …
Expat Life – Should I stay, or should I go? Considering moving overseas? So when’s the right time to start your expat life and become an Australian expat abroad? Well the answer is, it depends. Each person and family is different and the right time …
Every 1 minute and 58 seconds, an Australian leaves the country to live overseas, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. But what is compelling Australians to leave their birth country? Below we explore some of the possible reasons… Why are Australians migrating overseas? Cost …
On the horizon since 2016, Brexit has been mired with uncertainty and so here’s some Brexit advice for Australian expats in the United Kingdom. So, how can Australian expats prepare themselves for the UK’s withdrawal from the EU? The Type of Brexit Brexit is roughly …
China Tax Brief For those considering moving abroad, China is an extremely popular destination to live and work, especially for Aussie expats. China presents many exciting and lucrative work opportunities. However, before making the move, it’s important to know exactly what to expect – particularly …
Living and working in a different country is an exciting adventure. A new culture and a higher salary are attractive qualities that many Aussie expats pursue. Unfortunately though, taxes follow us wherever we go. For some Aussie expats, their work will require them to divide …
Latest Update: 5th December 2019 – Unfortunately today the Federal Government passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Reducing Pressure on Housing Affordability Measures) Bill 2019 into law without amendment, resulting in the scrapping of the main residence exemption for non-resident Australian expats. To read more about …
If you’re an Australian expat working overseas it’s very easy to lose track of your Australian superannuation. The stark reality is that the longer you’re gone, the harder it will be to create a superannuation balance that can fund your retirement. As with most things …
Expat life has many perks, but transferring money between countries isn’t always one of them. One way or another, you’ll get whacked with fees. Some options are cheaper than others, however, so it’s worth knowing about these. Banks The first piece of advice most expats …
Sometimes it takes moving away to appreciate how good our Medicare system and Private Health Insurance system is back home in Australia. When you are living and working overseas as an Australian expat, particularly in countries like the USA, Switzerland & Norway (10 Most Expensive …
