The Expat Guide to Learning European Portuguese
Learning Portuguese as part of your move to Portugal? Check out StartAbroad’s comprehensive Portugal relocation assistance here. Resources for Learning European Portuguese Learning European Portuguese can feel overwhelming, especially when many popular language tools focus on Brazilian Portuguese. But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Here are our best tips and resources to help you navigate […]
U.S. Passport for a Child Born Abroad: Registering a Birth in Costa Rica with the U.S. Embassy
Note: We are publishing this article in April 2024, and it’s possible the information below will change as the Embassy updates their rules and processes. Please be sure to follow all instructions from the Embassy, which you can find here: https://cr.usembassy.gov/services/birth. We gave birth to our daughter in December and recently went through the […]
Childcare in Portugal For Expat Families
Note: StartAbroad is not an expert in childcare. The guide below is simply information our clients have found useful in navigating the childcare landscape in Portugal. None of the services linked below are official StartAbroad partners. Please do your own due diligence before selecting a childcare provider. Childcare Summary Childcare options in Portugal for young […]
Partner Article: Protect Yourself From Currency Volatility When Purchasing a Property in Portugal
Note: This article was written by Patrick Postill of RegencyFX. StartAbroad is a proud partner of RegencyFX. We may make a commission on transactions completed through the partnership links in this article. Currency volatility occurs when there are dramatic changes to the exchange rates of opposing currencies. For example, if the US dollar exchange rate started […]
International Health Insurance for Americans & Canadians: What I Learned Using Cigna, Aetna, and GeoBlue
Note: This blog is our personal view on the best service providers for expats. We make no money on referring customers to these services. As a long-term expat who has switched among multiple international jobs, being a student, and being self-employed, I’ve had just about every type of health insurance you can get as an […]
What You Need to Know About Transportation When Moving Abroad
Are you looking for help moving abroad? Speak with an international relocation specialist by reaching out to info@startabroad.com. Transportation can either make your life easy, or become a bit of a nightmare. That is especially true when you move abroad. Understanding the laws, how to drive safely, and how to purchase the right car can […]
The Future of International Relocation: What to Expect in the Coming Years
Are you looking for help moving abroad? Speak with an international relocation specialist by reaching out to info@startabroad.com. With the rise of remote work, growing political unease, and more concerns than ever about cost or living, international relocation has never looked so good. Here we explore the three main areas in which international relocation is […]
The Six Personal Things You Need to Know When Relocating Internationally
Are you looking for help moving abroad? Speak with an international relocation specialist by reaching out to info@startabroad.com. The first time I lived abroad for more than a few months was when I was in the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic. There were certainly challenges associated with living in a completely new culture and […]
Should You Buy or Should You Rent When Making an International Move
Are you looking for help moving abroad? Speak with an international relocation specialist by reaching out to info@startabroad.com. Demand for international properties in markets like Costa Rica and Panama is skyrocketing. More and more Americans are realizing their dreams of moving permanently, or owning a second home, in the country of their dreams. Finding […]
How to Find Trusted Service Providers When Moving Abroad
Note: This blog is our personal view on the best service providers for expats. We make no money on referring customers to these services. One of the biggest challenges as a newcomer to another country is finding high quality and trustworthy service providers. Whether it be for taxes, getting a visa, shipping companies, real estate, […]