What Expats Should Know in 2025

What Expats Should Know in 2025

So, you made a leap of faith, and you’re starting a new life, a new country, and a new coffee order. Now comes the hard part: where will you live? Moving to Spain, finding a house, and beginning a new life sounds simple. But in 2025, renting or buying is a lifestyle question between shifting tax policies, rental crackdowns, and legal fine print; the housing market is a test for even the accustomed… Source

China’s Six-Year Rule: What Expats Need to Know for 2025 Tax Compliance

Foreign nationals living in China long-term face a significant tax milestone in 2025, as many will hit the six-year residency threshold that triggers taxation on worldwide income. Under China’s Individual Income Tax (IIT) law, the “Six-Year Rule” applies to non-domiciled individuals who have stayed in China for at least 183 days annually over six consecutive years, without a single 30-day break abroad. With stricter enforcement, digital monitori…