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Greg

@gjd

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American expat in Argentina

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13 posts

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American

Lives in Salta

Speaks English, German (conversational), Spanish (learning)

Registration: 11 December 2010

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Greg
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sparky1197647

US Tax Prep persons.... by sparky1197647

Planning on moving sometime 2024 to Taiwan. Is there Tax prep companies specifically for US Expats?

Greg

Hello Sparky1197647,While the link provided by Bhavna offers a good starting point, I would also like to point you towards Bright!Tax. As a company that specializes in US expatriate tax services, we have the experience and knowledge to assist you ... Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
gjd

American in Salta by gjd

Greetings, All, I'm an American living in Salta, Argentina. I've been an expat for a couple of years and would not trade the experience for anything. We all know life's a journey and to have the opportunity to experience so many new things is a ...

Greg

I'm not sure about getting Internet set up. It was set up already when I came. Sure it's doable though. Inflation is inflation and, yes, while your dollars buy more pesos, the official exchange rate of around 4.5/1 (what you can get out of the ATM) ... Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
gjd

American in Salta by gjd

Greetings, All, I'm an American living in Salta, Argentina. I've been an expat for a couple of years and would not trade the experience for anything. We all know life's a journey and to have the opportunity to experience so many new things is a ...

Greg

Hey 3, I had a friend who invited me to visit Salta and have found it to be a wonderful place to live. It's just large enough to offer all the amenities one would wish for. The surrounding province is spectacular in its beauty. I work strictly ... Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
Armand

Driving license in Argentina by Armand

Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Argentina? What are the formalities to get a driver’s licence in Argentina? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for ...

Greg

My impression is that having a valid US license and passport are adequate. I've not heard of anyone having trouble, including me. Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
Julien

Tips from expats in Salta by Julien

Hi all, everyone can now participate to the Salta business directory! You can recommend a professional and indicate you appreciate its services. > A plumber did a great job with your water leak? > A restaurant always welcomes you ...

Greg

The Best of Salta = San Bernardo Hill The Monumental Restaurant The main plaza downtown The cathedral Read More

Greg
gjd replied to a thread
12 years ago
DAteacher

Visit an Institute in Salta by DAteacher

Hi, I'm posting about a volunteer position - if you are interested in visiting an English institute and talking to locals this is a fun opportunity to have a cultural exchange. Feel free to ask the students questions about Argentina, and at the ...

Greg

I've had the opportunity to give talks with Dafna there and would wholeheartedly recommend it! The language institute and Dafna are both the greatest! It's a very rewarding experience. Read More

Greg
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12 years ago

American in Salta

Greetings, All, I'm an American living in Salta, Argentina. I've been an expat for a couple of years and would not trade the experience for anything. We all know life's a journey and to have the opportunity to experience so many new things is a ... Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
Coffee Millionaire

Amazing Forum by Coffee Millionaire

Hi Good People, I'm looking forward to a wonderful time with like minded people. May this forum be of great value and life impacting. I am Kenyan and Im beginning this journey with high expectation and positivity. Just like Jim Stovall said "A ...

Greg

Welcome Coffee. This site appears to be a wonderful resource for folks everywhere. Kudos to Julien, the founder, on a job well done! Read More

Greg
gjd replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julien

Your 10 best tips to make friends when you're abroad by Julien

We've been talking about loneliness when you're abroad, let's now talk about how to make (local and other expats) friends when you're living far from home :top: Which are your 10 best tips?

Greg

Take a class. I'm looking for yoga right now. Volunteer at a local language institute as a guest lecturer - that for me was a big hit. Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
haggishunter

What food do you miss from home by haggishunter

When i move i will miss.... Going to the chippie My mum's homemade lentil soup mince and tatties stovies chip buttie with brown sauce shortbread :thanks:

Greg

Ghoetta and eggs. Cincinnati Chili. Irreplaceable. Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
ChatMom

Tea or Coffee? by ChatMom

Do you like Tea or Coffee ?:)

Greg

Cafecito in Argentina is its own ritual. Most often served chico, strong and with a refreshing glass of sparkling water. Cookie on a doily is the finishing touch. Read More

Greg
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12 years ago
Pat

Your worst mistakes speaking a foreign language by Pat

I guess I has happened to you all. You are talking in a foreign language, convinced that what you are saying is particularly clever. Yet everybody starts laughing. You repeat, repeat and again, making it worse and worse... Then you realise you have ...

Greg

At dinner in Argentina one evening I proudly declared yo tengo 53 anos. The howls were heard outside on the street! Read More