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Is Manila or Cebu better to start a business in?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Philippines

Hi! 



I'm in the process of setting up my graphic design business in the Philippines. I'm unsure if I should go to Manila or Cebu?

Seems like Cebu is a great laid back place, less stressful than Manila. However Manila will have more work-force potential employees? 



I'm really looking to build my graphic design team. I'll love this to happen in Cebu, but I'm unsure if Manila will be more convenient to find better Graphic Designers? 

Thanks 

B

What is the programming sector's salaries like in Cyprus?

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Submitted by moeyounes1 on
Destination: Cyprus

I am an Android Mobile Developer with around 3 years of experience. I have read about the living expenses in Cyprus which is relatively cheap compared to my home town Beirut, Lebanon. I just need to know about the programming sector in Cyprus and how are the salaries and tax income, and how much I can save every month.

Would changing companies render my resident permit in Spain invalid?

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Submitted by allieza on
Destination: Spain

Greetings,

I am a non EU citizen and I have an indefinite work contract and a temporary residence permit In Gran Canaria, Spain.

I’d like to know If my residence permit will become invalid if I decide to change companies. Would the process be less complicated than when I initially obtained it? And is there a way to get a “Right to live and work in the EU” independently?

thank you and warm regards

What are the admission requirements for secondary schools in Dublin, Ireland?

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Submitted by rahaju on
Destination: Dublin

Hi,

I am being transferred from Mumbai, India to Dublin, Ireland. My daughter is studying in 9th Standard (15 years old) under the Indian Center Board. I wanted to check what the best options we have are to get her admitted to a school in Dublin. Are there schools for moving expats and also what are the entry criteria?

Regards

What would the typical salary percentage raise be when changing jobs in China (especially in Shanghai)?

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Submitted by dhn0906 on
Destination: Shanghai

I'm currently working as an expat in a global consumer products company in the Shanghai office. I'm considering switching jobs to another global consumer products company (also as an expat). What percentage salary increase can I expect in such a case? I would like to use this information in my negotiations. Any other tips on switching jobs in China as an expat would be very appreciated as well.

Can an expat student study in an Italian public school?

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Submitted by Piya on
Destination: Italy

I am going to work in Milan. I would like my 15-year-old daughter to study at a public school. Will a public school accept her and how can we apply for the school? Will it be hard for my daughter to learn in Italian classes? My daughter is fluent in English. She's as good as a native speaker.

Which TEFL course are highly regarded in China?

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Submitted by Tabibat on
Destination: China

My husband has been offered a job in China so the kids and i are planning to join him there. I plan to teach English while there and have searched online for TEFL courses. The reviews for most of the training providers are worrying, so i really would like to hear from someone who recently moved to China and actually used their TEFL certificate to get an English teaching job. I'm interested in knowing which provider they went with, if they do recommend them and better yet, if they were offered a legit internship (for those that promise one with their course).

Is there a time limit to registering kids for school in Ireland?

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Submitted by Tamarans on
Destination: Ireland

Is there a legal time limit before you have to register/enrol the kid in the school upon arrival? Eg. in Austria, you have to register kids over 6 years old and they have to start school within 2 weeks upon arrival (official registration). Is there such an obligation in Ireland as well? Thank you

How can we find a furnished house/apartment in Sydney?

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Submitted by steffih on
Destination: Sydney

We are a Swiss Family with 3 small children. My husband and I both work as doctors and are planning to do a fellowship in Sydney from Feb 2020 - March 2021 at Randwick Children's Hospital and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. We are looking for a furnished apartment/house. Can anyone help us? Thank you very much in advance. Stefanie

Which international schools in New York City are recommended?

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Submitted by inna_11223@yahoo.com on
Destination: New York City

Hello! We are moving to NYC with two boys (4 and 9). The boys are country in a British school following Cambridge Curriculum. Ideally would like to continue in one of the international schools (does not have to Manhattan). IB or Cambridge curriculum would be ideal. Can someone provide feedback if your kids are currently attending any of the international schools in NYC? Thank you! Inna

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