The process of relocating to Portugal is relatively easy if you follow the country’s customs rules, especially when coming from outside of Europe. Not doing so could mean your belongings end up being held at customs, which will require a good deal of persistence to get them back. How much money do you need to […]
Which is poor part of Germany?
Some 12.5 million Germans are now classified as poor.Statistics. Bundesland (state) Children on the welfare rolls (percent of all children, in 2015) People on the welfare rolls (percent of all persons, in 2015) Hesse 12.0% 6.5% Lower Saxony 13.5% 7.6% North Rhine-Westphalia 14.0% 8.1% Saarland 14.0% 7.4% What is considered poor in Germany? For Germany […]
Where is food grown in France?
Among the major agricultural products, France stands out in the volume of wheat, barley and corn in grain, potatoes and sugar beet in root vegetables, and beef, pork, raw milk and cheese in livestock. In addition, France is active in grape production and is the world’s largest producer of wine *4. Where are crops grown […]
Why you should work in Finland?
Free healthcare and free education from primary to university is available to all citizens. Finland’s 3rd place ranking in the Global Gender Gap Report 2017 by the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the fifth lowest income inequality in the world are some of the best reasons to work in Finland. Why do you want to […]
What happens to your pension when you leave Switzerland?
When you leave a company in Switzerland, your occupational Second Pillar pension will usually move with you to your new employer’s pension scheme. However, if you leave employment without a new role, take a sabbatical or leave Switzerland altogether then your pension cannot move to a new scheme. What happens to my pension if I […]
What should I do in Barcelona in 3 days?
3 Day Barcelona Itinerary Overview Day 1: Casa Batlló, Casa Milá, Las Ramblas, La Boqueria, Mirador de Colom, Las Golondrinas, Barcelona Aquarium. Day 2: Sagrada Familia, Recinte Modernista Sant Pau, Gaudí Experience, Park Güell. Day 3: Chocolate Museum, Gothic Quarter, Montjuïc Hill. Is 3 days enough for Barcelona? If you have 3 days in Barcelona, […]
Is Cambridge more expensive than London?
Cost of living in Cambridge (United Kingdom) is 32% cheaper than in London (United Kingdom) Is Cambridge UK Expensive? Summary about cost of living in Cambridge, United Kingdom: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,261$ (2,449£) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 926$ (696£) without rent. Cambridge is 27.37% less expensive […]
Is there a wealth tax in Bulgaria?
There is no wealth tax in Bulgaria. Is tax charged on death or on gifts by individuals and, if so, 5. Is Bulgaria a tax haven? Bulgaria. Bulgaria has the lowest personal and corporate tax rates within the European Union (Andorra isn’t a member), both of which are a flat rate of 10%.The country has […]
Has Scotland ever been defeated?
At the battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297 a vastly outnumbered Scottish army inflicted a devastating defeat on the English. Just 17 years later at Bannockburn an English army three times that of the Scots was decimated by the forces of Robert the Bruce. What wars has Scotland lost? First War of Scottish Independence (1296–1327) […]
Is Oslo livable?
Oslo is often listed as both one of the most livable cities in Europe and one of the most expensive cities in the world. And although Norway’s capital may not be the most popular city to move to in Europe, it does attract a good number of expats. Is Oslo a good city to live […]
Is Prague cheap for tourists?
Despite rising wages and soaring flat prices, Prague is still one of Europe’s cheapest tourist destinations, according to a new 2019 report from the UK’s Post Office. Is Prague expensive for tourists? While Prague is more expensive than other Czech cities at an average cost of €50 to €80 per person per day, it is […]
How easy is it to find a job in Madrid?
Compared to Barcelona, it is definitely much easier to find work in Madrid being the center of major industries and multinational companies. It is also easier to get around in Madrid using basic Spanish speaking skills as opposed to Barcelona where most of the population only speak Catalan. Is it difficult to find a job […]
Is child education free in Sweden?
Education in Sweden is compulsory and free for all children attending public schools between the ages of seven and 16. In addition to this system, expat parents also have the option of sending their children to a private or international school. Do they pay kids to go to school in Sweden? Sweden pays students to […]
Why did the US bomb Prague?
The raid was used for anti-American propaganda purposes, both by the Nazis and the subsequent Communist regime in Czechoslovakia. Why was Prague not bombed in ww2? While the Germans destroyed synagogues and Jewish graveyards throughout the Sudetenland, they spared Prague the same fate because they planned to set up a Central Jewish Museum there with […]
Can I retire in Poland?
You could comfortably retire in Poland, even in its capital, with the average Social Security income of $1,500 per month. For some, the value of your Social Security benefit can cover your cost of living depending on the area you settle in. Is it hard to live in Poland? Living in Poland can be a […]