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US green card: new rule for future investor-residents
Learn more about recent changes to EB-5, one of the five employment-based immigrant visa or green card programs in the U.S.
Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act: help for US citizens at home and abroad
How can the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act help US citizens living abroad?
US public school vs. private school education for the expat child
What is better for expat children in the US - going to an independent school or an American public school? We look at the US education system and offer some useful pointers to relocating parents to help them make the right choice for their child.
The Big Apple! New York City as a Relocation Destination
A relocation guide to New York, what are the characteristics of its different neighbourhoods, the cost of living, how to rent a flat and other key information for people thinking of moving to The Big Apple.
Permits Foundation letter supports H-4 spouse work visa
In a letter to the US immigration authorities the executive director of the Permits Foundation has recommended against rescinding work access to holders of the H-4 visa.

News and features

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Covid shaking up expat living costs

Paris and Zurich have joined Hong Kong as being ranked as the world's most expensive cities for expats after a year when the coronavirus has shaken the annual ratings compiled by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

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London trails only San Francisco in fintech race

Think Global People Autumn 2020 issue out now

Think Global People Autumn 2020 issue – out now!

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Brexit trade deal vital, say UK manufacturers

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Overseas workers' eyes turn to the UK

Background information

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What makes a full online education and how does it work?

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What is being done to address cross cultural transition care in international schools?

Why transition care matters in schools

Transitions care in international schools – Research findings

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The classroom of the future: what role for technology?

Immigration

Think Global People Autumn 2020 issue out now

Think Global People Autumn 2020 issue – out now!

Introducing Think Global People, a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. We’ve got our finger on the pulse. Make sure you are ahead of the game.

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Overseas workers' eyes turn to the UK

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UK tech seeks to capitalise on US visa bans

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Silicon Valley fury at Trump visa curbs

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US President's executive order restricts number of non-immigrant visa types

Education

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Relocating to the US: Choosing a school

We take a look at what families on a relocation to the US can expect from the schools in the region and how parents can ensure consistency of education for their children.

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Comparing the US and UK education systems

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The US education system explained

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What makes a full online education and how does it work?

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What is being done to address cross cultural transition care in international schools?

Short-and long-term accommodation

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USA 'most liveable' for Brit expats

Why is the USA deemed most liveable for UK expats? What other countries make the "liveability" list?

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Preparing for the new term and a new location: education and family focus webinar

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Silicon Valley fury at Trump visa curbs

We find out how global relocation, information and logistic management services company Paxton International continues to helps refugees affected by the Syrian Civil War.

Paxton International supports Syrian refugees

The global growth forecast for 2020 and 2021 has been reduced owing to rising geopolitical tensions, climate change and slowdowns in emerging markets.

IMF trims global growth forecast