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Spanish Residency
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Anyone who's been to Spain and had to deal with the government in any way knows very well that the difficult-to-deal-with bureaucracy that the Spanish are so famous for, definitely exists! One of the easier parts of dealing with this is when you apply for your National Identity card (or NIE in Spanish). (Continue Reading)
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Renting a Flat in Barcelona
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Many young people move to Barcelona as part of a student exchange program, and the first thing they usually do is to look for accommodation. While there are many who prefer to live as close to their place of study to avoid extra transportation costs, you may very well end up paying more for your room than you could save by living in another neighborhood a little bit further away. (Continue Reading)
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Retiring in South Africa
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An increasing amount of Europeans are choosing South Africa as the country to spend their golden years, and with good reason! The exchange rate makes buying property very attractive, and also allows a higher standard of life since their living expenses are covered by the Euros or Pounds they have saved up from their pension scheme. Private healthcare in South Africa is exceptionally good, especially for retired people, so this is another concern that they do not have to worry about. (Continue Reading)
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Healthcare in South Africa
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In South Africa, public healthcare is extremely understaffed and underfunded. The richest 20% of the population are using private systems, which are far better served, and nearly 80% of all doctors serve this private healthcare industry. (Continue Reading)
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Cost of living in South Africa
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If you are considering moving to South Africa, one of the many, yet more important aspects to consider, is the cost of living. Compared to the rest of Africa, the prices for anything from rent to utilities, eating out, clothing and even petrol/diesel is definitely more expensive. (Continue Reading)
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