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What changes when you become a tax resident in Switzerland

Swiss tax residency requires declaring all global income and assets, facing progressive taxes at federal, cantonal, and municipal levels. Rules…

REAL ID offers little added value if you have a valid passport

Having a valid passport or passport card means you don't need a REAL ID for most domestic air travel or…

Global Entry cards can replace REAL ID for airport security in 2025

From May 7, 2025, domestic US flights require passengers to show a REAL ID or approved alternative such as Global…

REAL ID applications now start online through DMV in Washington State

To board US domestic flights or access federal buildings after May 7, 2025, you’ll need a REAL ID-compliant card. California…

How to obtain Costa Rica residency for your non-American spouse

Securing Costa Rican residency for a non-American spouse requires careful document preparation, marriage registration, and DGME application. After three years…

Enhanced Driver’s License accepted for domestic flights under REAL ID rules

From May 7, 2025, adults flying domestically in the U.S. must present REAL ID-compliant identification, such as an Enhanced Driver’s…

Portugal salaries trail far behind United States for similar jobs

Average salaries in the United States far exceed those in Portugal, even after accounting for Portugal’s 45% lower cost of…

Birth Certificate and More: Key Proofs of Your Legal Name Explained

Original or certified documents such as a birth certificate or U.S. Passport are necessary to prove legal name and birth…