Working, studying and living abroad

Hi everyone,

After several trips and meetings in Morocco, I’d like to take the plunge and go work there.

I’m French and currently a Project Manager for an IT consulting firm. I’m primarily looking at Casablanca.

Could you share any advice or experiences? Is it better to go there and look for opportunities on the spot, and if so, who should I reach out to?

Alternatively, do you know of any French companies looking for someone with my profile for a position in Morocco?

I’m open to any great tips or potential contacts.

Thanks in advance, everyone!!

Hi everyone 😉 I’m Sabrina, I’m French, and I’ve been a nurse for 5 years....... I’d like to move to Marrakech and find a nursing job there.............. but I have no idea about the working conditions there, whether my diploma is recognized, or what the salary is like...... Thanks for shedding some light on this for me....... I’m looking forward to your replies and advice on the steps to take......

hi everyone, we’d love some info on year-long house rentals in Casa. We’re looking for at least 4 bedrooms. Thanks for your help!

Hi everyone,

I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences about marrying a Cuban and moving to Cuba (not the other way around!). Yes, some of us actually *want* to stay on the island! Is it possible to work there without too much hassle, or is it really complicated?

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, I’d like to buy a new apartment in Casablanca on a small budget, but I don’t know who or what to trust—whether it’s for a mortgage or a developer. I’m doing some research online to get an idea, but hearing from someone with experience is much more reassuring. I’m planning to come this summer to buy the apartment since I really want to visit often, especially for my kids. Thanks in advance for any tips!

😉Hi everyone!!! I’m a hairdresser in France and I’d really love to move to the United States or England... But how can I find a job before I leave? Where can I get information? Are there any organizations that help with this? Thanks so much for your replies🙂.

Hi there, Our departure time is getting closer (we have less than 2 years left—it’s both a long time and so short!). To start preparing seriously, we’ll need quite a bit of info. If anyone knows the rates charged by movers for a crate to French Polynesia, or what pitfalls to avoid (I know you can get quotes directly from movers, but I’d love insights from actual customers😉). Are there any special requirements before leaving France (aside from taxes...)?

Thanks to everyone for your help—every bit of info is useful. We’re aiming for a departure around 06/2010 (just need to save up a little more...). Thanks again!

Hi everyone, I’m Pierre, I’m 19, and I’m looking for a baker position in Canada—could you help me out, please? I’m really passionate about this trade. I’ve been in it for 3 years now, including 1 year as a qualified worker. I’ve got a huge thirst for knowledge, whether it’s in my job or discovering the world. If you’ve got any questions, don’t hesitate—I’m not really sure how this works here! :)

Hi everyone!

I’d like to move to Spain, specifically to Málaga. To do that, I’d like to know if I’ll need any official documents from France to work there, or anything like that... I’d also love to hear from people who’ve moved to Spain for work—do Spaniards like the French? Is it hard to fit in? What are the salary ranges for a ready-to-wear salesperson? And is it easy to find housing?

Thanks! 🙂

Dear friends,

I’m a chef and, while traveling in Cambodia, I’d love to take a few cooking classes—just like I did in Thailand and Brazil. Does anyone have any tips or maybe a good address to share? Thanks in advance!

Hi, I’m a self-employed physiotherapist in France, and as my wife (a nurse) and I look into working abroad in about two years, I’ve been offered an equivalence to become a respiratory physiotherapist in Switzerland. Actually, I’m currently doing a postgraduate diploma in pediatric respiratory physiotherapy and want to specialize in that area. Anyway, that’s not the main point—could anyone explain the pros and cons of doing this job in Switzerland? Based on the paperwork I’ve received, the equivalence seems purely administrative or almost... What about working conditions, quality of life, salaries, etc.?

Thanks for your replies. PS: Same question for my wife, a nurse, regarding her integration.

Thanks, Nicolas and Bérengère

Hi,

Has anyone gone on a language study trip in Europe? If so, which agencies did you use? What can you tell me about it? Thanks a lot! Kelkune

Starting this spring, we want to settle near Aix-en-Provence. We're tired of living in the mountains with all the snow—we really need some sunshine and a fresh start. Is it hard to find a house to rent there? What about prices? If you have any great tips or useful info about the area, we’d love to hear it. I work in education and want to do prevention work in Marseille or Aix—are there jobs in the social sector?

Anyway, we need tons of info, but we’re sure we’re going to take the leap—no hesitation, adventure is adventure!!! Thanks for your help and any experiences you can share.

Hi everyone,

I’m heading to Bangkok for a 5-month internship, and I’m wondering about the budget because I’ve read all sorts of things—so I decided to post here to get answers tailored to my situation! :D I found housing that costs me 7,000 baht (I know it’s a bit pricey, but it’s super convenient...), which works out to about 160 € all-inclusive. So, I was wondering if it’s realistic to live on 500 or 600 € per month, and if so, under what conditions? Is that enough, considering I’ll be working 40 hours a week?

Thanks in advance for your replies—I hope they’ll reassure me!

Hi everyone,

I’ve got a job offer in Cebu and I’m currently negotiating the financial terms...

For those of you who are experienced or expats there, could someone help me evaluate the cost of living so I can get an idea of my monthly budget?

- Rent for an apartment or small house (2 people) - Miscellaneous expenses: utilities, electricity, phone, internet, insurance - Local taxes or fees?

Thanks for your help, tips, and experiences!

Hi everyone,

WEP offers loads of different projects, including one I really like: helping and volunteering on a farm, particularly in South America (Peru or Argentina).

I’d love to know if anyone has tried this project or knows someone who has... or has done something similar? I’d like to get some feedback before diving into the adventure.

If so, could you share your thoughts on the project, any tips, etc.?

Thanks to anyone who replies!

Cheers,

Here’s the link to the site: http://www.wep.be/01455/fr/Jobs-Stages-Volontariat/Farmstay/Argentine/Votre-programme

Hi,

I’m an osteopath and I’d like to set up and open an osteopathy practice in Thailand. I don’t have a precise location in mind yet, but I’m thinking maybe Hua Hin. I saw there’s an osteopath based in Phuket, so I wrote to him for some info, but he still hasn’t replied🤪!

So I’m reaching out to people who live there or know the country well: I’d like to know what the best ways are to advertise and get known in Thailand. Are there any local classifieds newspapers? First, I’d like to practice from my apartment. Is that allowed in Thailand? Ideally, I’d like to work part-time in a private hospital as an osteopath. I’m thinking that in Thailand, the medical field is much more open than in Europe!!! Has anyone seen an osteopath or chiropractor working in a Thai hospital? Do you know the price of a consultation?

Any info you can share will be super helpful! Thanks in advance[;)!!!]

Hi everyone, so I’m planning to go study at a community college in the U.S., but the only snag is which one—there are so many options over there! I’ve heard about one in California, Diablo Valley College, and another in Florida, Valencia College. I know both states are super attractive for tourism, but my main criteria are teaching quality and price. I’m open to any advice, comments, or suggestions—thanks in advance! The start of the semester is coming up, and I’m a little nervous... READY, SET...... GO...... TO YOUR KEYBOARDS!!!!!!!! lol

Hi everyone!

I’m taking a sabbatical year and have 5 months ahead of me. I’d like to either go to Australia with a WHV (working holiday visa) and travel around while working, or go to Argentina to take Spanish classes and do some volunteering for a month, then travel around South America, passing through Brazil, Peru, Chile, and of course Argentina. What do you recommend? I suspect South America would be a more intense human experience, as it’s a poorer and less "developed" region of the world. I also wanted to know if it’s feasible to find someone sailing from Australia to New Zealand in Australian ports?

Thanks in advance for your replies :)

Gaspard

What price should I expect to pay for a modest small apartment or a large room in a bedroom community in Quito? Are restaurants and food expensive? And which airline is best to travel from Montreal? Thanks for your answers

Hi, I’m currently in my first year of high school (ES track) and I’d like to become a psychologist specializing in criminology and victimology (profiler) later on. After or during my studies, I’d love to live permanently in South Korea, but I’m not sure if this profession exists there and/or if it’s recognized?

Thanks in advance for your answers.

Hi everyone,

I’m moving to Bangkok with my family (4 people total) in August 2016.

I’d like to know what local salary you need to live comfortably.

I’ll have housing and a car provided.

Thanks for your help! Fred.

I'm looking for an au pair who'd like to come to Bournemouth in the south of England, and I'd love to know what the best websites are to find one, please.

Hi there! I’m a young Malian looking to work in Morocco. Besides a passport, what other documents are required at the **Moroccan** border? Thanks for your help!

Hi, I’m leaving on September 4th for Vancouver as a tourist for 6 months. My boyfriend works there, so I’m going to visit him. I’d like to take the opportunity to learn English at a school during October and November.

Could you recommend any schools—price, activities, location, reputation, etc.?

Also, any good health insurance suggestions?

Hi, I'm 17. I'd like to find a site that offers a total immersion with a family between Vancouver and Calgary for 4 weeks this summer. Not specifically with a teacher at home because it's very expensive on the sites I've already checked, nor with classes at a school or activities with other foreigners since the immersion isn't enough. Thanks for your help.

Hi everyone, Do you know how much it costs to get the land titling and boundary marking done in Madagascar? Thanks in advance for your replies

Hello,

My wife and I are looking to move to another country.

Please share your experiences and give us some advice!

See you soon

Hello,

We’re planning to move to Quebec.

Could you share any tips or advice to help us prepare for our arrival?

Work...

Thanks

Hello, As part of my engineering degree, I need to complete a three-month internship abroad. I’d prefer to do it in an English-speaking African country, though I’m also open to French-speaking ones. Below is a non-exhaustive list of countries I’m currently considering. I should mention that I’m African myself—I’m from the Central African Republic and I’m studying in France. I’d love to hear your thoughts on the best country to choose based on criteria like safety, infrastructure, and hospitality. Which countries would you recommend, friends? Thanks in advance for your feedback! Countries: South Africa, Ghana, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Angola, Tanzania, Senegal, Uganda, Mozambique, Cameroon, Benin