General
The international relocation of residence means that a private person has to give up the old or former domicile, and move accross borders to a new abode. Such a drastic move has far-reaching consequences and effects in the life of that person and is connected to a whole group of themes, problems and issues which, in turn, require a bunch of interdisciplinary solution proposals as well as centralized project leadership.
Expatriate service
Next to the classic relocation of residence of a private person, the transfer of managerial personnel and staff between international organisations, firms and multinationals is gaining momentum, chiefly due to the globalisation process. This creates complex problems within an international context and many questions arise that urgently call for answers. The relevant service - also known as Expatriate Service - requires very precise and individualized consulting work and advice, since cultural, social and entrepreneurial aspects have to be crosslinked in a most professional way.
GLOBOGATE will accompany such a private person as well as expatriates in all their planning, aspects, challenges and efforts of relocation. The implementation is carried out with the help of network specialists.
Common topics of advice
Most commonly, appropriate advice given to private persons include the following aspects:
- residence, settlement and work permits
- international taxation planning
- search an purchase of real estate
- search for holiday / vacation houses and second homes
- international estate planning
- locations suitable for mandates involving the controlling of foundations and trusts
- trust companies
- asset- and investment administration as well as consolidated controlling
- making provisions for old age and insurance selection and advice
- ongoing legal advice and tax consulting
Most commonly, advice given within the context of expatriate service include the following aspects:
- international contract law (employment contracts, partner models etc.)
- international social security laws and rules
- international tax consulting and tax optimisation constructs
- rules and laws concerning granting certain rights, including visa matters, residence and work permits
- general and ongoing legal advice, especially in connection with expatriation of managers
- preparation and training of employees and managers before moving abroad by means of organisation, intercultural training, language courses and related matters
- move organisation and physical relocation
- organising housing and accommodation at the new foreign location
- organisation and search for suitable employment of the expatriate spouse
- search for - and arrangement of - crèche, day nursery, kindergarden or schools for expatriate children
- support and help after re-entry
- general support given in all matters of relocation
Introduction to relocation of residence