Formalities - Expat Magazine

Malaysia

Andrew: "Malaysia is a salad bowl - there are hundreds of ethnicities and sub-ethnicities, religions, cultures and influences"

Andy describes himself as a third culture kid, born in the Philippines to Scottish and Filipino parents. He grew up in Saudi Arabia and studies in Scotland, and then went to teach in Vietnam following his studies. Nowadays, he lives in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Japan

Rey in Yokohama: "The Japanese are the epitome of living a disciplined lifestyle"

Rey comes from New Jersey but has lived in different States. Following his retirement, he moved to Yokohama three years ago with his Japanese wife. Nowadays, he enjoys writing and publishing his articles about Japan online.

Thailand

John in Kanchanaburi : "Often I live completely to my own schedule"

Expat in Thailand since 14 years, John decided to live far from the coast and set his luggages next to River Kwai, in Kanchanaburi. In this interview, he gives us his feelings about living as an expat in this country where culture and way of living are completely different.

India

Karen in Pune: "People are so warm, welcoming and caring"

Karen was born in Ireland but has lived for long in Stratford upon Avon, England. She moved to India, 18 months ago, with her husband following his job posting. Nowadays, she teaches voluntarily in Pune.

Türkiye

Jane in Mersin: "The locals are still the most welcoming people on earth"

Jane comes from Sydney. Married to a Turk, she has been visiting their family in Turkey for years before finally deciding to move to Mersin in 2012. In this Interview, she tells us about her daily life in her new home.

France

Timothy in Nice: "I am amazed by the high quality of life in France"

Tim comes from the USA where he used to be a development and finance specialist. In 2005, he moved to France with his partner Michael. He settled in Nice in 2013 after spending a few years in Paris.

China

Lisa in China: "The locals are very friendly, family-oriented and welcoming"

Lisa comes from South Africa where she worked as a teacher. In 2013, she was offered a new job in China. She stayed in Rizhao for three years until she moved to Shenzhen recently.

USA

US: new "start-up" visa to boost entrepreneurship

The United States wish to welcome more foreign entrepreneurs so as to further boost its economy. Discover the new measures proposed to facilitate relating procedures.