Featured Articles

Different visa routes often have different requirements and procedures. Once you have narrowed down which pathway might be best for you, it's time to understand the complex details. Get the lawyer answers you're seeking in th...

The Italian government has extended the ‘first home bonus’ for the whole of 2022. Here’s what those hoping to get on the property ladder in Italy need to know about the continued scheme. In a bid to help more young people bu...

The Portuguese Government approved a simplified procedure to support and speed up the reception of Ukrainian refugees in Portugal, with a fundamental bet on the employment dimension on March 1, 2022. #### How To Apply The sp...

On March 3rd, Relocate hosted a premier soft-launch at The Hague. It was meant to be a symbolic destination, paying tribute to international institutions founded upon pillars of peace and justice. We were fortunate to simpl...

Wishing to live the "Dolce Vita" but scared of the Italian tax system? Italy is one of the world top destination for living, due to its history, culture, landscape, food and wine. However, many people decide not to make the ...

You have found your dream property in paradise, now what? It is important as a foreign investor to conduct your research and due diligence on the property, the seller and actual market value. **Here is a list of key thing...

Are you considering working in the Netherlands? Be it to kickstart or advance your career, expand your business or build whole new company; we’re honored to be on your mind. As a small state with a high-income economy and l...

Ireland is recognised as one of the most open economies in the developed world. Notwithstanding ongoing moves towards the globalisation of corporate taxes, Ireland continues to attract foreign direct investment (FDI). ####...

Dear Sophie, Can you please provide guidance and counsel for companies to support Ukrainian team members who are evacuating to the U.S.? Greatly appreciated! — Magnanimous VC #### Dear Magnanimous, The practice of immigr...

The conflict between Ukraine and Russia seems to worsen with each passing day. Sanctions and other measures have been put in place for the country of Russia, creating an infallible amount of different reactions. People in Ukr...

At the Comisión Mexicana de Ayuda a Refugiados (COMAR) or Mexican Commission for Refugee Assistance in English, located in the Juarez neighborhood of Mexico city, stands a long line of individuals who have been forced to flee...

Following the visa waiver announced by the Irish Department of Justice last week for Ukrainian citizens, the Sinnott Solicitors immigration team has received a substantial number of queries from Russian citizens and non-EEA n...

You’ve finally made it, you’re in the heart of Brazil’s Amazon jungle! It was hard taking the time off from work and finding the money for such a vacation, but that’s the last thing on your mind right now. You are completely ...

Congratulations! You're about to receive your visa, and you just bought a one-way ticket to France. That barrier to relocate to France is now finalized. But now what? Now you need to find housing. Finding housing is infamou...

The Irish government has announced that Ukraine nationals will no longer require a visa in order to enter the Irish State. Ordinarily Ukrainian nationals travelling to Ireland are required to obtain pre-entry clearance by way...

I recently had some time away from the office. My original plans involved a trip to New York, but we were forced to cancel when my health took a little decline, and I was admitted to hospital for a couple of days. I’m now on ...

Mexico is a preferred location around the world for working remotely, with varied locations and climates, from one of the largest and culturally diverse cities in the world to hidden tropical paradises. While Mexico does not ...

Global human mobility has never been easier. Today people constantly move around through secure, fast and affordable transportation methods. The internationalization of an increasing number of businesses and services and the ...

The government is beginning a back down on border restrictions due to public pressure for life to return to normality. Hence their rather hastily created plan for the border to re-open. Much like the traffic light setting wit...

In today’s society, pets are already part of families – in Portugal it is estimated that 43% of families have pets, corresponding to 5.8 million domestic animals. Being Portugal a pet friendly country, the relocation of your ...

The Australian Government has announced that the country’s borders will be fully reopened on 21 February 2022. Is this a return to the pre-COVID normal? Australia will reopen to all **fully vaccinated** visa holders, welcom...

When I was 12 years old, my brother, who’s 10 years older than I am, got a call that changed both our lives. I still remember that day, he rushed into the living room on a hot summer afternoon with a huge playful smile on his...

Ireland is recognised as one of the most open economies in the developed world. Notwithstanding ongoing moves towards the globalisation of corporate taxes, Ireland continues to attract foreign direct investment (FDI). ####...

The Bahamas was one of the pioneering nations to join the phenomenon of Digital Nomad Visas in 2020 with their Bahamas Extended Access Travel Stay (BEATS) program. However, a recent newsflash and at least one personal experie...

Following from the announcement of the Government on 3 February 2022, the New Zealand borders are finally reopening. After a long two years of fighting for both visas and Managed Isolation and Quarantine (MIQ) places, we can ...

FLEE is beautifully made, a cross-over movie in many ways. This is illustrated by its nomination for Academy Awards in the Best Documentary Feature, Best Animated Feature and Best International Feature Film categories for 20...

Even when living abroad provides you with the exact life you were in search of, one will still find aspects of home which they dearly miss. This is a natural phenomenon which all expats are likely to experience to some degree...

In the popular imaginary, digital nomads’ lifestyle is connected to a sense of freedom and carefree approach to life. Constant blog and Instagram posts show highly mobile professionals enjoying idyllic locations around the wo...

Are you an oenophile looking for a destination filled with wineries to relocate to? Enjoy fine wine and relax while you gaze at beautiful hills, sea, and wine country -- nothing beats the Baja experience. For many wine conn...

Want to understand how your team can relocate through the Canadian Business Immigration Start Up Visa? Check out this article.... #### Key Requirements - Start an innovative Canadian Start up - Obtain a Letter of Support fr...

The scheme to regularise undocumented migrants in Ireland is now open to International Protection applicants. Applications can be submitted from the 7th of February to the 7th of August 2022. #### Who qualifies for the sche...

The H-1B lottery is fast approaching! The period for registering H-1B candidates opens in March; there are a few steps companies need to take before then if they have never before participated in the H-1B lottery process. Fir...

A few months ago Costa Rica passed legislation directed to attracting digital nomads through a special visa. The tourism industry was heavily impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and this Central American country was faced with ...

Golden Visa a perfect plan after Brexit? Portugal always recorded a strong presence of the British community in its territory. By creating favourable conditions as a Golden Visa, UK nationals find in Portugal either a place...

With significant increase in house prices over the last year, Government has announced a number of changes to combat this. The key changes are: - Removing interest deductions for residential rentals - Extending the Bright-Li...

As you may already be aware, acquiring Business Manager residential status to operate a business in Japan requires 5 million JPY capital and a dedicated office space. This article explores who can skip these requirements and ...

Georgia is one of the most attractive post-Soviet countries where foreigners buy real estate: land plots, private houses/villas, apartments, commercial spaces, townhouses. Investing in Georgia through real estate is becoming...

There is this school in the middle of an evergreen jungle in Tanahun Nepal that is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Its inhabitants are around 200 students from different walks of life united by their thirst for knowled...

As we kick start 2022, many organisations are planning for the year ahead. Whilst ‘people’ are central to any strategy, immigration considerations can be easily overlooked. Here are five critical immigration factors that you ...

Moving to Italy, learning a new language, finding an apartment and looking for a job can take a toll when starting a new life abroad. Even after finally landing a job in Italy, you might feel tempted to just sign the employme...

As some may know, the Australian Open stars the world’s best tennis players as they battle it out for a share of the $75 million dollar prize pool. Superstars such as Ash Barty and Rafael Nadal may be familiar as ‘marquee’ pl...

Moving to a new country can be a daunting task. There are so many things to consider: visas, housing, schools, and the list goes on. If you're thinking of moving to Argentina, or if you've recently made the move, we've got yo...

2021 wasn’t a year of great upheaval in the Immigration Rules. Major changes such as the overhaul of the Skilled Worker sponsorship system took effect just at the end of 2020, as did the Frontier Worker Permit scheme for EU n...

News of Brazil's recently launched Digital Nomad Visa has hit the world stage, and we have all the details on how it works from trusted Brazil Immigration Lawyer, Gabriela Lessa. If you're considering Brazil as your next stop...

Although there’s a certain reverence, even dignity, that commands respect when one is born and buried in the same zip code, there is something to be said for a little adventure sprinkled onto life outside of the creature comf...

Cryptocurrencies are in vogue. News comes out every day about new records being beaten by Bitcoin (surpassing €50,000 this month), especially since Elon Musk announced that Tesla made an investment of $1.5 billion in Bitcoin ...

In 2020, the Estonian Government provided the opportunity to get a legal basis for staying in the country for people who would like to remotely work from Estonia and whose work is not connected with a certain location. Othe...

As of January 24th, Brazil has opened its own version of the Digital Nomad Visa allowing remote working foreigners to legally reside in the country for one year. The visa can then be renewed for an additional year. The glob...