Tracey F. Says: What is private healthcare like in Spain? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Tracey, Private Spanish hospitals are often affiliated with private insurance companies. For example, if you have Sanitas insurance, a subsidiary of BUPA International and one of Spain’s larger private insurers, you will go to a Sanitas hospital Read more...: What is Private Healthcare Like in Spain?
Zebo L. Says: Can you give me a rough estimate of the cost of living in Portugal? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Zebo, Portugal offers the lowest cost of living in Western Europe, where a couple can live nicely on $2,500 to $3,000 a month outside of the major cities. Bump that Read more...: What’s The Cost of Living in Portugal?
Scott. R. Says: Can I open a bank account in Ecuador as a resident, or do I need to be a citizen? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Scott, You don’t need to be a citizen to open a bank account in Ecuador. In fact, opening a bank account is relatively simple if Read more...: How Do I Open a Bank Account in Ecuador?
Allen T. Says: Do I need to be a citizen to use Portugal’s public healthcare? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Allen, The National Health Service of Portugal (Serviço Nacional de Saúde) is available to citizens as well as both temporary and permanent residents. As an expat, you must arrange for a Portuguese Read more...: Do I Need to Be a Citizen to Use Portugal’s Public Healthcare?
Bernie P. Says: We are thinking of retiring to San Sebastián-Donostia, Spain. Any information would be helpful. Thanks. IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Bernie, You have chosen a beautiful part of Spain. San Sebastián—Donostia in Basque—has been a resort since the mid-1800s. This stylish seaside city on Spain’s north Atlantic Coast has Read more...: What Can You Tell Me About San Sebastián-Donostia, Spain?
John S. Says: What’s involved for an American to gain residency in Vietnam? Own property? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi John, Vietnam is one of the most spectacular countries on earth. It has more than a thousand miles of coastline, gorgeous mountains, forests, waterfalls, and amazing caves. The cuisine is famous for Read more...: How Can I Gain Residency in Vietnam?
Janet O. Says: I’m interested in Ecuador for the low cost of living. But I worry about access to healthcare in a developing country. Can I get quality treatment? And is it expensive? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Janet, Although Ecuador is a developing country, you will find first-rate medical care there, Read more...: Can I Get Quality Healthcare in Ecuador?
Candice M. Says: What’s the cost of living in Bali, Indonesia? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Candice, The cost of living in Bali can vary, depending on the lifestyle you choose. A couple can live like royalty in most towns for $1,900. If you choose to live right by the beach in a Read more...: What’s the Cost of Living in Bali?
Arnold C. Says: How would I go about starting my own business in Costa Rica? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Arnold, To start a business in Costa Rica you must register with the Tax Department to get your taxpayer identification. You also need a Municipal Business License from the local government where Read more...: How Do I Start a Business in Costa Rica?
Joel M. Says: What can you tell me about assisted living facilities in Spain? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Joel, Families in Spain traditionally cared for elders at home, so assisted living facilities are a relatively recent development. However, since most women are now working and Spain’s population is aging, senior care Read more...: Are There Good Assisted Living Facilities in Spain?