The following are the best resources for this dive, broken down by beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
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Expat - Resources
Resources
Bayt
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Find work in North Africa or the Middle East. This website (also a phone app) will help you to create your own CV/resume and publish it locally in the country where you'd like to work. It will help employers in that country to see your CV/resume and as a result, they can then contact you to arrange an interview (even by Skype).
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
ExpatFocus
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Great guides for different countries! They also have guides on what to consider before making your big move.
Category: Self-Study
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Expatica
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Self described as ‘The complete guide to expat life’. They offer guides to help you with moving abroad, adapting to the culture, working, and living abroad.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
GaijinPot Jobs
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GaijinPot Jobs is a great resource if you’re interested in moving to Japan. You can search for job opportunities that accept overseas applicants.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
International Living
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International Living Magazine "aims at providing a scope and depth of information about global travel, living, retiring, investing, and real estate." It's a really great website that shows you the least expensive places to live, how to get your travel documents, where the best place to invest in international real estate is, etc.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Internet Visa Database
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A comprehensive list of visas and guides about visa requirements for moving or traveling abroad. Gives you detailed information based on your citizenship.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Meetup
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Participate in events with like minded people! Meetup offers events from outdoor activities to technical seminars.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Nestpick
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Nestpick is a helpful resource to find furnished apartments in major cities around the world. They are partnered with over 100 organizations that offer furnished apartments around the world.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Nomad List
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A comprehensive guide to almost every nomad friendly city in the world. Includes the cost of living, temperature, and average internet speeds!
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Numbeo Cost of Living
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It's important to know the cost of living in the place that you are moving to. Numbeo helps you compare the cost of living between where you live and the place you want to move to. It helps with planning your budget, especially if you want the same standard of living that you currently have!
Category: Self-Study
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
SmartShanghai
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Curated resources for living in Shanghai. Housing, jobs, events, and a marketplace... All in English!
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
The Culture Trip
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They offer many local guides to cities around the world. They also have many articles on food and cultural experiences as well as things to see.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Transitions Abroad
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Articles about living abroad, from finding jobs to settling into your new country.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
US Government
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The US Government offers many resources to help you with life outside of the US as a US Citizen. Topics include exchanging money, getting visas, and international driving.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
WorkPermit.com
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A great resource to learn about work permits in various countries. They also have information about immigration to the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK.
Category: Other Apps & Websites
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
XE Currency Converter
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It is important to know the exchange rate between your native currency and the local currency. This site has up to date exchange rate information.
Category: Self-Study
Skill Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Expat - Resources
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