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  1. B

    Most interesting expat you have ever met ?

    We all know digital nomads but have you ever met an expat in BA for some interesting reason? Any stories to tell? My one story would be an American I met here. He was gay and from an extremely wealthy but conservative and bigoted family. His family basically told him we will give you...
  2. Pink Panther

    Culture Shocks from Living in Argentina as an Expat?

    I found this video by accident today after watching a video on Meloni. But it got me wondering, what are your cultural shocks for you about living in Buenos Aires or Argentina as an expat? Here is a video below about some of them from expats. For me when I first got here it was a big shock of...
  3. S

    Taxes Expat AFIP taxes

    Looking at filing taxes with Afip. US expat earning income remote from an outside country depositing into US Bank account. Anyone with similar experience that can confirm 35% of total earned income is what's due in the top tax bracket here?
  4. BuySellBA

    Real Estate News An Expert Expat: Michael Koh - University of Iowa Alumni Magazine

    An Expert Expat: Michael Koh - University of Iowa Alumni Magazine Source: https://magazine.foriowa.org/archive/archive-story.php?ed=true&storyid=539 December 02, 2007 An Expert Expat: Michael Koh By Pat Adams Before becoming one of Buenos Aires’ biggest names in real-estate, 33-year-old...
  5. BuySellBA

    Real Estate News An unpredictable ex-pat locale - BBC

    An unpredictable ex-pat locale - BBC Source: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20150721-an-unpredictable-expat-locale July 21, 2015 By Mark Johanson July 21, 2015 BBC Envision the architecture and cafe culture of Paris, the cuisine and fashion sense of Milan and the dusk to dawn...
  6. J

    Other possible towns in Argentina for digital nomad to live that doesn't have issues?

    I initially planned to go to Buenos Aires and find an apartment in the Palermo neighborhood. However, I've changed my mind for a few reasons including all of you saying there is too much dog poop everywhere. Now, I'm thinking of staying in a hotel (that smells nice) for a few weeks while I...
  7. M

    What are you favorite things about living in Buenos Aires as an Expat or living in Argentina if not living in BA?

    I used to come to Buenos Aires many times but then stopped over COVID but it sounds like things are back to normal now. I am selling my apartment in Madrid and thinking about moving to Buenos Aires. I have so many things I love about Buenos Aires. It was very affordable and looks much...
  8. S

    Newcomer Change in expat attitudes?

    Do I detect a change in the attitudes of expats? Any post critical of problems in Argentina used to be met with emotional denials, insistence that life in BA was a virtual paradise. I now sense general agreement that the crime and inflation situations are very serious. Those who argue otherwise...
  9. Uncle Wong

    Job or employment market in Buenos Aires, Argentina for an expat or someone moving to BA?

    I am thinking about moving to Buenos Aires. I am fluent in Spanish but I wouldn't even think about trying to survive in Buenos Aires without having my remote job in the USA. I live on the East Coast and the time difference is very minor. I would most likely buy a place as I don't want to...
  10. A

    Expat Documentary Film

    Hello everyone at expatsba.com! I'm Ariel Enrique Wapnir, a filmmaker based in Los Angeles, and I'm excited to share that I'll be making the move to Buenos Aires in February. While I am originally from Buenos Aires, I've spent most of my life in the United States since the age of 4. So, while...
  11. Vero

    Newcomer A guide to respectful intercultural communication on sensitive subjects as an expat

    I started to notice some great blogs and information for expats by this author. Great stuff! Check it out. https://journeyamerica.wordpress.com/2023/12/16/a-guide-to-respectful-intercultural-communication-how-to-handle-sensitive-subjects-when-you-are-an-expat/
  12. earlyretirement

    Kidnapping of Child by Australian Ex-Pat

    Wow. Shocking story. Does anyone know this ex-pat? This reads like a soap opera. The poor wife and child. https://www.infobae.com/sociedad/2020/09/04/no-vas-a-ver-a-rafi-nunca-mas-los-mensajes-del-hombre-acusado-de-secuestrar-a-su-hijo-y-las-ultimas-imagenes-del-pequeno/
  13. H

    Banking How Hard is it to Start a Bank Account in Uruguay?

    I'm aware that there are older discussions on this topic, but I'm interested in finding out if there have been any recent changes or updates. As an EU citizen with an EU passport, I'm particularly curious to learn if having a local (or Argentine) address is necessary to initiate a bank account...
  14. B

    Connecting with people in Buenos Aires

    Hello, I'm currently in Buenos Aires for an extended stay and am eager to connect with fellow expats. I'd love to meet people who are living here, as I'm considering spending more time in the city over the next few years. Building a network of connections would be immensely comforting. Please...
  15. J

    Education Or Homeschool Laws Of Expats While In Argentina

    Certainly, obtaining information on educational laws and procedures in Argentina is important. Here's an overview of the situation: In Argentina, the Ministry of Education is responsible for overseeing educational policies. However, education is mainly managed at the provincial level, so there...
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