Expat Stories
· 5 min read

Cross-Border Freelancers: Billing Clients in USD

A practical, first-hand guide for freelancers who live and work across borders yet invoice clients in U.S. dollars—covering platforms, fees, FX tactics, compliance, and a real-world Latin American case study.

Expat Stories
· 5 min read

Remote Designers in Estonia: Cost, Community & Visas

A Latina UX designer breaks down the real-world cost of living in Tallinn and Tartu, how to snag Estonia’s Digital Nomad Visa, where to plug into local design communities, and how to stay sane during Baltic winters—plus resources to craft your own data-driven relocation plan.

Expat Stories
· 5 min read

Mid-Career Switchers Moving to Japan: Reality Check

A British engineer unpacks the hard truths and hidden opportunities mid-career switchers face when relocating to Japan—covering language hurdles, credential recognition, in-demand jobs, visa tactics and culture shocks—sprinkled with lived anecdotes and practical tips.

Expat Stories
· 5 min read

Healthcare Workers Moving to Sweden: Licensing Guide

A Kenyan nurse now living in Stockholm walks you through every step of getting your foreign healthcare licence recognised in Sweden—from translating your diploma to acing the Swedish language test, securing the right residence permit, and setting realistic salary expectations.

Expat Stories
· 5 min read

Raising Third-Culture Kids: Language Strategy Abroad

A research-backed, first-person guide to preserving heritage languages and cultural identity while raising third-culture kids abroad—complete with bilingual schooling tactics, home-language hacks, and linguists’ pro tips.