Steps to improve your employee’s international assignment

06 Apr

8 Things to Know Before Moving to Dubai from the UK

Dubai's strong economy, tax-free status and low crime rate make it an attractive location for many British expatriates. But if you are considering moving there, you should know that daily life in the City of Gold might not be what you’d expect. Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of things you should know before your move to Dubai from the UK. [...] Read more

Posted in: Corporate News, Global, Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources, Helpful Resources French, Middle East, Relocation
Tag(s): Dubai, London, UK

24 Feb

Three strategies to find assignee accommodation in Germany in 2023

With rents at a record high and new listings few and far between, hunting for assignee accommodation in Germany may seem like an impossible task. But take heart, says Michael Seuchter, director of immigration and relocation for AGS Relocation Germany. [...] Read more

Posted in: AGS Relocation news, Corporate News, Europe, Global & Relocation, Helpful resources Germany, Helpful Resources Germany, Immigration news, Movers, Relocation
Tag(s): Germany

07 Feb

5 Things You Need to Know When Moving to Cape Town

If you’re thinking of making the big move to Cape Town in 2023, here is what you need to know! The Mother City is located on the southwestern coast of South Africa and centred around Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. [...] Read more

Posted in: Africa, Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources, Moving Story, Relocation
Tag(s): Cape Town

06 Feb

Immigration Switzerland: 2023 occupation list now available

Switzerland recently released its revised list of occupations with an unemployment rate of 5% or more. Swiss employers with vacancies for occupations on the list must report them to the State Secretariat of Economic Affairs (SECO) or risk a fine of CHF 40 000. [...] Read more

Posted in: Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources, Immigration news, Relocation
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25 Jan

How to find assignee accommodation in the turbulent Dutch housing market – 2023 edition

With rents in the Netherlands at an all-time high, assignees are struggling to find housing that suits their needs and their budget. Petra Hasselbach, AGS Relocation Account Manager in the Netherlands, explains what’s behind the spike in prices and how your company can adapt. [...] Read more

Posted in: Corporate News, Global & Relocation, Helpful resources Netherlands
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04 Nov

DE&I: the Missing Piece of your Global Mobility puzzle

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) is a hot topic,
but does it really have anything to do with Global Mobility?
The answer is unequivocally; yes, according to Petra Hasselbach
HR Mobility Consultant for AGS Relocation.
[...] Read more

Posted in: Corporate News, Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources
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13 Oct

How remote work made intercultural training more important than ever

Cutting intercultural training seems like an obvious way to save money when global mobility budgets are tight. But in a world where remote work has become the ‘new normal’, what is the true cost of this cost-saving measure? [...] Read more

Posted in: Corporate News, Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources
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29 Sep

Why partner support is more than just a ‘nice to have’

With couples increasingly placing equal importance on their careers, partner support has become an essential component of any relocation package. Petra Hasselbach, Account Relationship Manager at AGS Relocation, explains why. [...] Read more

Posted in: Corporate News, Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources
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16 Sep

Why you shouldn’t tailor your international assignment policies to suit the Millennials in your workforce

Millennials: we know so much about them, don’t we?
They’re tech savvy, they want opportunities to travel and they’re young, free, and single. [...] Read more

Posted in: Corporate News, Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources
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09 Sep

Practical steps to improve your employee’s international assignment experience

As an employer, you want your assignees happy and healthy. But since every employee brings their own emotions and personal circumstances to their assignment, how do you know which relocation services will help them thrive? [...] Read more

Posted in: Corporate News, Global & Relocation, Helpful Resources
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