Expat Life Guides
TELL US: Do you see yourself as an 'expat' or 'immigrant' in Czechia?
The loaded debate on both definitions spans aspects such as nationality, motivations for moving to a country, and social class.
'Barking mad': New book explores life as an expat in wild west '90s Prague
Businesswoman and author Jo Weaver recounts her life as a British expat in Prague in the early 1990s in The Charge of the Brit Brigade.
White House invites Americans abroad to weigh in on issues that matter
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A news initiative asks US citizens living abroad to take a survey designed to gather input on key issues.
Study: Prague is among the best cities in Europe to retire
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The study assessed various cities in Europe, evaluating average rents, cities’ cost of living, healthcare, the number of green spaces, and more.
LGBTQ+ foreigners in Czechia: A 'minority within a minority' says Pride spokesperson
Reb Xiberras, Prague Pride’s Malta-born international communications officer, talks struggles, support, and the importance of chosen family.
Surprise charges and paying for English: Expats sound off on Czech doctors' hidden fees
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The Health Ministry wants to make the practice of charging unexpected extra fees for routine medical services illegal – we listened to your experiences.
Tips for grabbing the perfect deal at Prague’s final summer sales
How to shop for summer deals from Fashion Arena Prague Outlet which offers up 70 percent off on more than 200 brands.
August 2024: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
From summers sales to back to school, here's your to-do list for Prague and Czechia for the final month of summer.
WATCH: What to do when you get in a car accident in Czechia?
You got into a traffic accident – now what? Mr. Greiner says never jump out of your car and immediately admit fault.
How a Prague agency revolutionized attitudes to childcare in Czechia
Youngberry, originally the Klára Agency, continues to set the standard for sourcing and training nannies, teachers, housekeepers, and more.
A beautiful ritual: Prague artists are stoking the flames of the vinyl revival
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Prague-based artists with French roots are fueling the country's vinyl revival with music and design made for audiophiles.
Czechia is one of world's hardest places to settle in as an expat
A large-scale study involving over 50 international countries showed that aspects such as language and local friendliness made life difficult for expats.
Leader Talks: AXA’s regional CEO Jan Cupa on healthy competition in the Czech insurance market
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The end of a monopoly for foreigners’ health insurance is ushering in an era of innovation-driven competition.
ASK AN EXPERT: Tips for successfully navigating Prague’s tight rental market
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We asked the Head of Residential Rentals at Engel & Völkers how to secure your next home.
Serving up an ace: How an expat founded Prague's first pickleball club
When she moved to the Czech capital, Frida was surprised and disappointed to see no pickleball group – she took matters into her own hands.
July 2024: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
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Changes to work permits for international workers, transport disruption, digitization and tech advances, and part-time employment changes await in July.
Czechia ranked 12th-friendliest country in the world – is it really?
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A study found that people in Czechia had higher levels of agreeableness and made others feel more 'at ease' than several other European countries.
