Tips for living abroad at emigrate.co.uk
From 2008 on, the amount of residents leaving the UK to go abroad for 12 months or more has increased to a record high. With an estimated 427,000 people from the UK emigrating to other countries, there has also been a rise in the number of those arriving in the UK as well - with 590,000 coming to our shores during 2008.
Currently, the total migration for the UK - the difference of emigration and immigration rates - has dropped from 2007 levels of 233,000 to 163,000 in 2008. Of those that had chosen to emigrate, the majority said that they were leaving the country for a job opportunity. Many of that same majority indicated they had already secured a job abroad.
Emigration can become a frustrating process. Assimilating to the laws and requirements of a new country can be easier with help from professionals. A new website from developer ASAP has been set up to help individuals pondering a move abroad. Emigrate.co.uk offers and extensive list of country-specific guides, as well as comprehensive advice on emigration.
On the webpage, visitors will discover country guides with advice catered to that particular location, a handful of tips on emigrating, and a forum so they can bounce ideas of one another and expats already living abroad. The list of destinations available is extensive and includes popular places and advice on how to emigrate to Australia, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Germany, Portugal, America, and many more.
According to the International Passenger Survey, which tracks emigrations, a majority of the rise in the emigration figures can be attributed to people leaving for work opportunities. As the economy continues to wane, the global perspective on work has been shifting. Many are more open to moving abroad in search of better working conditions and salaries.
Visit the ‘contact us’ section on the webpage for more information or leave a comment on the forum to share emigration tips, ‘dos and don’ts’, or stories with other expats. The site also offers regularly updated news so you can stay up-to-date on all things related to working and living abroad.