Hope for the best, plan for the worst

The expat’s backup plan Hope for the best, plan for the worst and prepare to be surprised. Denis Waitley A cliché that’s been used, misused and oft repeated

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How to find a job overseas

Finding work abroad When your dream to move abroad becomes a reality, it’s time to take your head out of the clouds and start thinking about practicalities. One

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International contact arrangements

It is very important that children are able to maintain and develop good relationships with both parents and their wider families regardless of the physical distances between them.

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Child relocation abroad – the legalities

Moving overseas with kids Families who are looking to relocate abroad, considering a return home or moving on to another country, must be aware of the legal consequences

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Moving with kids: How to deal with homesickness

Help your children settle in their new home Homesickness is a major worry for parents bringing their children on international assignments. Children thrive on stability and familiar environments,

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International child abduction: An overview

Parental child abduction This article deals with the most common form of child abduction – parental child abduction. A parent is not permitted to make a unilateral decision

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I’m a British Expat; will I be protected by English law?

Legal considerations before moving abroad Expatriate Law Ltd is an English law firm specialising in divorce and family law advice for British expatriates. In this article, Byron James,

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International adoption

The recognition of foreign adoption orders Adoption is a wonderful way of expanding your family and offering a lifelong home to a child in need of a loving

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Moving overseas with pets

How to move your pets to popular expat destinations There is no one universal rule when it comes to moving abroad with your pets. For some, the expat

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Impact of divorce and separation on children

How to help your child cope with divorce and separation It is estimated that 1 in 3 children in the UK are likely to experience parental separation before

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