Smooth Moves & Soft Landings for Multi-Base Families
THIS WEEK’S MOVES
🇮🇹 Italy joins the family visa club: New 1-year Digital Nomad Visa pilot opens with family-friendly terms. Milan, Florence, and Umbria officially on the map.
🇸🇬 Singapore’s schools get flexible: UWC, ISS & Nexus roll out blended models. Great for families alternating bases without school disruption.
🇿🇦 Cape Town eyes remote families: South Africa drafts new long-stay visa for remote-working households. More sunshine, lower cost, and real schooling options.
🇺🇸 US passport renewal goes digital: No more consulate appointments for most child renewals. Online forms, finally.
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PLACES WORTH CONSIDERING
Hoi An, Vietnam: A quiet gem with international schools, heritage charm, and barefoot access to Da Nang’s flights and clinics.
Algarve, Portugal: Lagos and Tavira offer sun, structure, and bilingual schooling without the Cascais crowd.
LOGISTICS TO KNOW
Child Tax Credit: yes, abroad (sometimes): If you're a US citizen meeting presence + income thresholds, the benefit can follow you. Many miss it. Worth a look.
Remote schooling ≠ legal schooling: Some countries (France, Japan) require declarations even for online or hybrid models. Check compliance early.
FROM THE CONCIERGE
Q: Can you help us compare schools in multiple regions? A: Absolutely. We offer a custom comparison tool and concierge-led virtual tours. IB in Bali or British in Bangkok? We’ll help you choose — calmly.