Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
Kathmandu Festival brings Nepali music, food and culture to Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on 3 October 2026, headlined by 1974 AD. Here are the times, ticket prices, accessibility and transport details.
Since 1 September 2026, eligible non-EU residents in the City of Brussels can start selected registration and residence-permit renewal procedures through IRISbox. Here is what still requires an appointment, the key fees and deadlines, and who qualifies.
Tradition Now returns to Dublin’s National Concert Hall from 24 to 26 September 2026, bringing Irish traditional music together with orchestral, contemporary and international influences. For international residents, it is an accessible way to hear Ireland’s living music culture, with tickets ranging from €10 for smaller performances to €40 for major concerts. Last verified: 20 […]
Revenue refreshed its Transborder Workers’ Relief guidance on 11 September 2026. Here is who qualifies, how the calculation works and how to claim if you live in Ireland but work abroad.
Beijing’s revised drone rules take effect on 15 November 2026. Foreign residents and other ordinary owners must remove, sell, recycle or send affected drones out of Beijing before the deadline unless a specific special-use exception applies.
Italy has introduced a one-year exemption from the vehicle ownership tax, commonly known as the bollo auto, for many cars, motorcycles and mopeds in 2027. The measure is already contained in Decree-Law No. 162 of 17 September 2026, but it is important not to overstate it: the exemption currently applies only to tax payments whose […]
Brick Lane Curry Festival returns to East London on Sunday 20 September 2026 with free live music, dance, family activities and South Asian food from 12pm to 7pm.
Thailand Grand Festival is at Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour, on 20 September 2026. Entry is free, with Thai food, music, dance and culture.
Anatolia Fest returns to Toronto on Sunday 20 September 2026 with Turkish food, live music, traditional arts and family activities at Sankofa Square. Entry is free.
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