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The Overseas Exile blog is aimed primarily at those who want to *become* expats. We list many tips or tricks on how to get this done, whether you are rich or poor, skilled or unskilled. We also discuss how to succeed once you become an expat, what expat life is like and worldwide developments that might impact your experience as an expat.
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Overseas Exile
http://www.overseas-exile.com/
We're all about how to become an expat. Whether you're rich, poor, skilled, unskilled, or even if you have a criminal record, there are options for you to realize your dreams and live in another country.
The Overseas Exile blog covers the laws of different countries, domestic laws that might affect you, different occupations you could pursue and, of course, what it's like to be an expat.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 225 )
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Happy Birthday/anniversary to Me!
From our wedding at Tower Bridge Photo by Andy Armstrong Yesterday was both my birthday and our wedding anniversary (what better birthday present can one ask... Read more
Posted on 21 June 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, SELF EXPRESSION -
George Pompidou Center and a Child's Playground
No time for a real post today. I've been finishing my book and we've had guests in from the US. So here are two quick videos you might enjoy. I took this at... Read more
Posted on 19 June 2012 EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Singapore: The Perfect Place To Work And Start Your Business
Recently I was contacted by a Singaporean company, One Visa, asking if they could provide me with a guest blog post about Singapore. When this happens I... Read more
Posted on 15 June 2012 BUSINESS, EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
Video of Life in Europe, in the 1800s
Since yesterday's post was about the past, it seemed only fitting that I add another today. I'm frantically working on the last chapter of my book and don't hav... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
112 Gripes About the French
A few years ago when visiting the US, my wife (then fiancée) and I were staying with my best friend, Sean. Since he is a veteran, as a gift I brought him a... Read more
Posted on 12 June 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
A Social Networking Site for Expats
I've received a press release and yes I'm posting it, but it's useful enough for those reading this blog that you might find it interesting. Note that I'm... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
Why Import Workers in a Bad Economy?
When discussing various laws related to immigrants, I invariably hear someone say "we don't want immigrants taking our jobs". And these aren't even racists... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
Watching the Matrix in French
La MatriceUsed under fair use My wife and daughter were in Nancy while I had to stay home and try to finish the next chapter of my book. It was a long, painful... Read more
Posted on 04 June 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
1997 Renunciation Data Anomaly Explained
At first it looked like 2011 was the highest number of Americans ever renouncing their citizenship. Then the gentleman who published the excellent... Read more
Posted on 01 June 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, SOCIETY, TRAVEL -
Example of a Mini-Eduardo Saverin
Here's a great example of how ordinary people can have their life saving wiped out by the IRS because they lived overseas: International Tax Blog: Example of a... Read more
Posted on 31 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL -
It's Now Easy to Become a Permanent Resident of Panama
Panama City Skyline Photo by JurriaanH I keep meaning to write about Panama, but I never get around to. Now there's a great reason to. On May 16, 2012, the... Read more
Posted on 31 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
The Laws Are Failing Expats with Children
You had better think about them!Photo from Wikimedia Commons Recently I've been looking into acquiring the French Blue Card. This seems strange as my wife is... Read more
Posted on 30 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
The Accidental Kenyan: What Would Happen If the African Nation Copied U.S. Tax...
: This is absolutely brilliant, but I doubt there are any US politicians who would give a damn. I would love Kenya to adopt this, but only on a "reciprocal"... Read more
Posted on 28 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
A Communist Bar in Paris
Parisian culture is a rich blend of many cultures and ideas. You see this everywhere and one of the regular places I have lunch with my colleagues is the... Read more
Posted on 28 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
Germany Blue Card: It's Now Much Easier to Move to Germany
Photo by R/DV/RS The German Blue Card has been approved! The end of that article states that the upper chamber of German parliament, the Bundesrat, must... Read more
Posted on 25 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
Ignored Data Behind the Politics of Renunciation
Many of you are undoubtedly familiar with the Pareto Principle. This principle was developed by an Italian economist who observed that in many cases, 80% of you... Read more
Posted on 23 May 2012 CURRENT, EXPAT, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
The Beautiful Meaux, France
You can see larger versions of every picture by clicking it. When we moved to France from Amsterdam, we were faced with the dilemma that Paris is one of the... Read more
Posted on 21 May 2012 EXPAT, TRAVEL -
The Real Reason Americans Are Giving Up Their Citizenship
Forbes nails it: Eduardo Saverin, Not The U.S. Government, Is Entitled To The Wealth He Earned. Ignore the title. Forbes has done an excellent job of summarizin... Read more
Posted on 19 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL -
Senators Preparing a New Shot in the War Against Expats
Photo by Patty Vicknair Cross-posted at the Daily Kos. Imagine, if you will, the following situation. A young man, born in South America, moves to the US as a... Read more
Posted on 18 May 2012 EXPAT, LEGAL, TRAVEL -
Want to Understand the Economic Woes in Europe?
Photo by epSos.de Read Krugman Wishes He Were Wrong Amid EU Austerity Backlash. And if you're struggling to understand what a recession really is, read this... Read more
Posted on 16 May 2012 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS, EXPAT, LEGAL, SOCIETY