Living Overseas

The inside track: Gran Canaria

With a great climate, superb medical care and English-style education, there's much more to the island than the resort of Playa del Ingles, says the author of a new book, Matthew Hirtes...

1 March 2012

Young people should look to emigrate overseas

With jobs scarce and unemployment among the under 25's rising, young Brits should look overseas for opportunities in order to save themselves from financial woes, according to one property expert.

23 February 2012

10% pay rise could tempt half of workers abroad

Almost 50% of those polled by market research company Ipsos would consider relocating their job abroad if offered a 10% pay rise.

9 February 2012

Uncertain times sharpen appetite for sound advice

Despite the uncertain outlook affecting both sides of the Channel in terms of economic growth, house prices and exchange rates 2012 looks set to see a further steady stream of UK residents, particularly those of retirement age, heading for a new life in France.

7 February 2012

Rise in number of self employed foreigners in Spain

The number of foreigners living in Spain who are registered as self-employed has risen over the last year by 4.8%, reaching a total of 208,512, an increase of nearly 10,000 from 2010.

3 February 2012

Essential things to know before you go

Seeking a new life abroad but don't know how to go about it? Don't ignore the FCO's must-read checklist...

31 January 2012

Expats miss the British countryside the most

The British countryside has been named as the thing expats miss most about life in England, above of our sense of humour and our pubs, according to a survey by Lloyds TSB International.

30 January 2012

Spain the happiest expat destination

Spain has been announced as the happiest expat destination, according to the latest findings from Lloyds TSB International.

20 January 2012

Ecuador named as top retirement haven

Ecuador has been named by International Living magazine as one of the most desirable locations to live out a retirement in its Retirement Index 2012.

16 January 2012

Expats encouraged to make healthcare a priority

Looking after your health is important at the best of times, but when you're considering moving abroad it's vital to make sure that you are going to be provided for in your new country of residence.

10 January 2012

10 things to think about when buying a retirement property

Moving abroad always requires forward planning, but retiring overseas raises its own specific issues. Property writer Cheryl Markosky provides some pointers.

1 January 2012

10 things to know about moving to Spain

Spain remains incredibly popular with Brits, who make over 10 million visits there each year. But moving there permanently brings its own challenges, says British Consul Steve Jones who's based in Malaga. Here he produces a few of the tips to help smooth the move…

1 January 2012