Expat Guide to Living in Johannesburg

Culture Shock Report

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Johannesburg handle it can be very comforting. Help others preparing to move to Johannesburg by filling out our Culture Shock Report.

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More Living in Johannesburg Reports

What are people's priorities in Johannesburg - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Johannesburg:

Living in Johannesburg, South Africa

Living in Johannesburg, South Africa

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More Moving to Johannesburg Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Johannesburg? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Johannesburg? Below are some of the responses from expats in Johannesburg:

Moving to Johannesburg, South Africa

Moving to Johannesburg, South Africa

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Reviews of Schools in Johannesburg

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Johannesburg. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Johannesburg:

CHARTER COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL in Johannesburg, South Africa

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Johannesburg. If you are already living in Johannesburg, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Johannesburg by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby in Johannesburg Reports

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Johannesburg? Below are some of the reports from expats in Johannesburg:

Having a Baby in Johannesburg, South Africa

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Johannesburg? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Johannesburg? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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