Technology Abroad...
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A Wi-fi Connection Abroad
Many of us are now professionally dependent on the Internet. Fortunately for us, the spread of Wi-Fi technology means that connecting to the Internet abroad is now easier than ever....
Advice on Working in Italy
Italy is a dream destination for many of us : ancient ruins in sun-kissed countryside, Chianti and pasta, every meal a feast. What's not to like? But can you earn a living there?...
Are Language Skills Needed to Work Abroad?
If you want to work abroad, can you get by on English only or do you need native language skills?...
Are You Suited to Working at a Summer Camp?
A guide to understanding the most important characteristics and skills of a good summer camp worker....
Are Your Skills Transferrable?
A questionnaire to help you understand how transferable your skills are before you start to look for work abroad....
Asking Your Boss for a Transfer or Sabbatical
A realistic guide to requesting a transfer or sabbatical from your current employer in order to experience working abroad....
Boost Your Chance of Getting Well Paid Work Abroad
A guide to obtaining well-paid work abroad by understanding which industries pay the most internationally, how to find opportunities and how to utilise your own network....
Bringing a New Partner from Overseas Back to the UK
An introductory guide to bringing your new partner back to the UK with you, including details on visas and where to get reliable advice....
Budgeting for the Move Abroad
Moving abroad to work can be an expensive proposition. Consider drawing up a budget in advance to help prepare for the likely costs....
Buying British Goods Online
A guide to buying British products online and sending them overseas, including cost effective purchases and practical advice....
Can a UK Based Company Obtain an AUG Licence?
A question about a British company sending some of its employees to work with another company in Germany....
Can my Wages be Paid into a UK Bank Account?
A question about having earnings abroad paid into a British bank account....
Choosing Which Summer Camp To Work At
There are thousands of summer camps in America alone. Choosing the right one will determine whether your summer camp experience is memorable or miserable....
Considerations on Returning to the UK
Many people live and work abroad for spells of their life before coming back to Britain. Whether the return is forced or unforced, joyful or bitter, here are some tips that can make it all go a little...
Do I Need to Worry About UK Taxes?
A US citizen has a question about his liability for UK taxes....
Do We Need an NI Number?
A question about applying for national insurance numbers from British citizens coming to work in the UK after a period of living abroad....
Double Taxation Agreements
Understanding the tax implications of working abroad and where to find out good information to help ensure you're doing the right thing....
Driving Outside the UK
Is your British driving licence valid outside the UK or will you need to be tested again to get on the road in your new country?...
Effective Ways to Transfer Money
Looking at the different ways to get money from the UK to wherever you are abroad, with information on how to get the best rates and what to avoid....
Emergency Help Overseas
Understanding the three main services for offering emergency help overseas....
Etiquette Abroad
Do you know how to eat Bavarian white sausage? Do you need to? Probably not, but there are certainly some things about foreign cultures it can't hurt to know when you decide to go work abroad....
Exchanging Money While Working Abroad
Concerned about being ripped off by banks every time you exchange currencies? If you need to change money often or in large amounts, you'll find there are ways to do it more cheaply....
Expatriate Communities
Feeling lost or homesick while working abroad? Hooking up with your fellow expatriates might make you feel better....
Finding Seasonal Work Abroad For your Gap Year
There's more to life than clambering up the career ladder. Why not take a year off from the rat race and see the world?...
Finding Your Way Abroad With GPS
Lost abroad? Don't have a map, and don't know how to speaka da lingo? Maybe what you need is a GPS system....
Getting a New UK Passport When Working Abroad
If you happen to be working abroad when your UK passport is up for renewal, you can still get a new passport, as long as you leave plenty of time and plan carefully. A guide to renewing your UK passpo...
Getting Married Abroad
A guide to the legalities and paperwork requirements of getting married abroad....
Healthcare When You Work Outside the UK
When you go to work abroad, you leave the NHS far behind. So what are your options if you fall ill?...
Holiday Rep or Summer Camp?
If you think working as a holiday rep or at a summer camp is pretty similar, think again! Here's a guide to understanding the types of people that are suited to these very different summer jobs....
How Adaptable Are You?
A questionnaire to help you understand how adaptable you are before you set off to work abroad....
How Healthcare Differs in Europe
Understanding how to access healthcare in Europe when you go to work abroad....
How To Apply To Work At A Summer Camp
OK, so you're sold on the idea of working in a summer camp. Now how do you go about applying?...
How to Find a Job Abroad
When you've had enough of dear old Blighty, how do you actually go about finding a job abroad? And is it realistic to hope for a gig by the beach?...
I Applied to Work Abroad After Getting 57 Rejection Letters
How one graduate tried something completely different after receiving his 57th rejection letter during the recession....
I Fell Ill While Working in Spain: A Case Study
What happened when 59 year old Marlene needed to go to hospital while working in Spain....
I Had a Gap Year at 35: A Case Study
A real life story of how a light bulb moment helped newly-redundant Tina go on an adventure that helped rebuild her confidence....
I Saved Money by Working as a Housesitter in France
How one person was able to save money while enjoying the experience of working abroad....
I Spent a Year as an Au Pair in Rome: A Case Study
One Media Studies graduate's experience of the benefits of a year spent working abroad....
I Spent a Year Working in Australia: Case Study
A case study looking at Kate French's confidence-boosting experience of working in Australia for a year....
I Transferred to an International School: A Case Study
A real life experience of working as a teacher in an international school....
I Was Seconded to Our Tokyo Office: A Case Study
A real life story of how a business development manager from London enjoyed his year working at his employers new Tokyo office....
Internet Connections Abroad
Feel like a fish out of water when you don't have the internet? What are your options for staying online when you first move abroad?...
Is it Worth Using a Relocation Agency?
Understanding what relocation agencies do, how much they cost and whether you could do it yourself for free instead....
Jobs to Boost Your Career Prospects Back Home
Understanding the types of jobs that can be found abroad that will help to gain a better position when returning to the UK....
Keeping Your Details Safe When Using Internet Cafes
Helping you stay safe when using internet cafes, with tips for what to watch out for and what not to do....
Laptop Security Abroad
Your laptop can be a vital resource whenever you are working abroad. But laptop theft is a grave and growing problem. What can you do to guard against the thieves?...
Learning Another Language
If you're going to make a success of your working life abroad, you need to get serious about learning the language. Here are some tips to help you along the way....
Maintaining Your Business Network When Working Abroad
A guide to using the latest social networking to keep in touch with your business contacts when working abroad...
Making Cheap International Phone Calls
Don't let yourself be mugged by the telephone companies with their high international call rates. Our article shows you how you can get cheap international calls....
Making the Most of Available Schemes
A look at some of the different schemes available to help you find work abroad....
Making the Most of Your Time Off in a New Country
A guide to making the most of your time off when working abroad, including cultural opportunities and meeting new people....
My Summer of Grape Picking in France: A Case Study
Here we look at one student's summer of grape picking in France....
Obtaining The Correct Permission to Work in New Zealand
Tired of cold, rainy Britain? Why not head off to work in New Zealand where a beach is never far away?...
Organising Group Activities
Organising group activities for the children will be one of your major responsibilities as a camp counsellor. Our article offers an overview of the kind of things you might be asked to do, and some ti...
Owning Property Abroad
When you decide to go live and work abroad, it's natural for you to think about owning property there. Just don't assume that the buying process will be as simple as it in Britain....
Paying Taxes When You Live Abroad
Your tax affairs are inevitably going to get a little more complicated when you go work abroad. Our article gives you an overview of what you can expect....
PDA or Smartphone: Adequate Substitute for a Laptop?
Laptops are heavy, awkward to carry around, and present tempting targets for thieves. How do PDAs shape up as substitutes?...
Permission to Work in Australia
Life's a beach in Australia, so perhaps it's not surprising that it remains the most popular destination for British emigrants....
Permission to Work in Canada
Canada has welcomed generations of British migrants, and is still hungry for more. So what do you need to get permission to work there?...
Permission to Work in Europe
Do you still need to fight with bureacracies to work in Europe these days? Or has the European Union done away with all that?...
Permission to Work in the USA
Generations of dissatisfied Britons have sought to build a new life for themselves in the United States. If you find the prospect appealing, here's what you can expect....
Personalised Computing on the Go
Being unable to use your own computer, configured just the way you like it, is a frequent irritant for those who work abroad. But what if you could take your own personalised computing environment wit...
Registering with a Government When Working Abroad
Although it's unheard of in Britain, in many other countries it's a legal requirement that you register with the local government wherever you go. When you go to work abroad, it's very important that ...
Remotely Accessing Your PC While Abroad
Miss your home or office computer when you're working abroad? Did you know you could access it from afar using remote desktop software?...
Remotely Monitoring Your Home While Abroad
Worried about your home being burgled while you're off working abroad? Or perhaps you just want to see your favourite goldfish? Either way, a remote home monitoring system might give you peace of mind...
Renting Out Your Home in the UK
A guide to dealing with renting out your home in the UK when you go to work abroad, including whether or not to use an agency and what to do when you want to return....
Renting Property Abroad
Find the right place is often the biggest challenge you face when you first leave Britain. Our article gives you an idea of some of the pitfalls you'll face when exploring the rental market abroad....
Responsibilities When Working With Children
Working in a summer camp may give you a new level of responsibility. Here are some guidelines on working with children....
Returning to the UK After Working Abroad: Case Study
A case study of a couple who returned to the UK after selling their business in Spain....
Schools and Childcare Abroad
You may be confident of your own ability to cope with the move abroad, but what about your children? Will it be disruptive to their education or enriching?...
Senior Jobs at Summer Camps
Understanding the various senior roles available at summer camps abroad, including chefs, managers and instructors....
Should You Go Work Abroad on Your Own?
Understanding the types of work abroad that's available for people travelling on their own....
Site Seeing on Camp Trips
Summer camp counsellor and tourist - can you be both at the same time? Or will your desire to see famous locations have to be satisfied later?...
Social Security Benefits Abroad
If your life hits a rough patch and you need access to social security benefits when living abroad, what are your options? Do your rights end when you leave Britain or not?...
Tax and NIC When Moving abroad
A Swiss citizen has a query about paying tax in the UK....
Teaching a Specialist Subject
Summer camps aren't all about camp fires and sing songs. Children like to learn new things there. And someone has to teach them. Maybe it could be you....
The Best Countries to Find Career-boosting Work
Great ways to maximise the exciting possibilities of working abroad to boost your career....
The Importance of Having an EU Driving Licence
An article that highlights the importance of having a photocard driving licence with you at all times when working overseas....
Things to Do Before You Leave the UK
In all the excitement of moving abroad, it’s easy to forget something important. Use a checklist to help you remember....
Things to Know About Working in France
France is one of the most popular destinations for British people moving abroad. But there are some things you need to know if you intend to work there....
Things to Know About Working in Germany
Germany has the largest economy in Europe and is a powerhouse of global manufacturing. It also boasts beautiful scenery and a fascinating culture, making it a great place to live and work....
Things to Know About Working in Portugal
Portugal is one of the places that come to mind when Britons dream of leaving the rat race behind and going off to work in the sun. But how realistic is that vision?...
Things to Know About Working in Spain
Wouldn't it be great if every day was a holiday? For many of us, that's what the dream of working in Spain means. But how realistic is it?...
Understanding Cultural Differences
Helping you understand what types of spoken and unspoken rules may be different in your new country - and why it's important you know them....
Understanding Embassy Services
A guide to the help and support you can gain from a British Embassy or Consulate if you find yourself in trouble abroad....
Updating Your CV After Working Abroad
A professional's approach to re-writing your CV after gaining valuable work experience abroad...
Using Agencies to Help You Relocate
If you're confused and uncertain about any aspect of going abroad to work, perhaps you need a helping hand to make it all go more smoothly. Consider employing the services of a relocation agency....
Using Social Networking to Find a Job Abroad
How to make social networking work for you when looking for a job abroad....
Voting While Outside the UK
While working abroad, you can still exercise your right to vote in British elections. You just need to register as an overseas voter....
What Can Go Wrong and How to Be Prepared
Understanding some common issues that can go wrong when working abroad and how best to handle them - without affecting your trip too much....
What Do Chambers of Commerce Offer?
A guide to understanding what your local Chamber of Commerce do to help you find work abroad....
What Happens If You Want to Extend Your Stay?
Understanding how your legal requirements and permissions change if you stay longer than your original plans, both within Europe and internationally....
What Happens to My NI Payments When I Emigrate?
A question about a refund of National Insurance Contributions when moving abroad permanently....
What is a Summer Camp?
Abroad, millions of children spend time in summer camps each year. But most British people have never heard of them....
What to Do If You Decide to Stay Permanently
Understanding the important issues to ensure you have the correct permission to stay permanently in your new home country....
What to do if You're Arrested While Working Abroad
What should you do if you're arrested abroad? And how will it affect your plans for a new life in a new country?...
Working Abroad Over Christmas and Other Holidays
How to handle the excitement and homesickness of being away from family and friends during special dates in the UK calendar....
Working Abroad Without Permission
If you want to work outside of Europe you will face work permit difficulties. This may prompt you to bypass officialdom completely and begin life as an undocumented worker. What could you expect of li...
Working Abroad: Making a Will
Foreign inheritance laws are often very different from those in Britain. For this reason, if you're going to live abroad for any length of time, you really should make a will....
Working in Asia
A look at three key areas of working in Asia - Visa issues, employment advice and cultural norms....
Working in Eastern Europe and Russia
A guide to working in Russia or Eastern Europe, including visa requirements, cultural considerations and potential opportunities...
Working in New Zealand Helped My Career: A Case Study
The real-life experience of one graduate keen to improve his skills during the recession by working abroad....
Writing a Blog to Stay in Touch With Family
A guide to why writing a blog while you are working abroad could help you keep in touch with your loved ones....
Your Pension Abroad
You may not want to think about it but you know you should. What happens to your pension when you go and work abroad?...