Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
Belgium’s 2026 non-resident income-tax return is open. Online filing closes on 20 November 2026, while appointments for filing help end on 6 November.
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Abu Dhabi has temporarily cut annual rent increases on residential, commercial and industrial tenancy renewals to 0%. Here is what tenants and relocators need to know about Tawtheeq, new agreements and disputes.
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Japan’s J-Skip route lets qualifying high-earning researchers, technical specialists and executives access Highly Skilled Professional status without the normal points test. Here are the 2026 thresholds, benefits and one-year permanent-residence pathway.
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Marisa Monte performs in Porto tonight, Sunday 20 September 2026, at 21:30 at Super Bock Arena – Pavilhão Rosa Mota. Doors open at 20:30. The venue advertises tickets from €45 to €80, with booking through its linked Ticketline page. The concert is rated M/06 and is scheduled to last about 120 minutes. For Porto’s international […]
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Kingston’s Intercultural Arts Festival takes place today, Sunday 20 September 2026, from 11:00 to 17:00 at Confederation Park, 216 Ontario Street. Admission is free. For international residents and newcomers, the event is unusually useful because it combines live music, dance, food and cultural pavilions with the City of Kingston’s Welcome to Kingston Fair, where local […]
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Germany’s cabinet has approved a 2027 income tax reform bill that would raise tax-free allowances and child benefit while increasing tax rates for the highest earners. Here is what international residents need to know, and what is not yet final.
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Kathmandu Festival brings Nepali music, food and culture to Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on 3 October 2026, headlined by 1974 AD. Here are the times, ticket prices, accessibility and transport details.
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Since 1 September 2026, eligible non-EU residents in the City of Brussels can start selected registration and residence-permit renewal procedures through IRISbox. Here is what still requires an appointment, the key fees and deadlines, and who qualifies.
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Tradition Now returns to Dublin’s National Concert Hall from 24 to 26 September 2026, bringing Irish traditional music together with orchestral, contemporary and international influences. For international residents, it is an accessible way to hear Ireland’s living music culture, with tickets ranging from €10 for smaller performances to €40 for major concerts. Last verified: 20 […]
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