Top 10 Must-Have Apps for Expats: Make Life Abroad Easier
Living abroad is an exciting adventure… but also a real logistical, administrative, linguistic, and social challenge. Fortunately, some
Google Translate / Deepl
Why? To translate menus, documents, and conversations with locals in real time.
Expat Tip: Google Translate works offline if you download the language packs!
Meetup
Why? To meet other expats or locals who share your interests.
Perfect for: building a social network, practicing a language, and breaking out of isolation.
Wise (ex-TransferWise)
Why? To send or receive money internationally with low fees.
Used by: many expats to manage transfers between local and home country accounts.
Duolingo / Babbel
Why? To learn the local language easily and for free.
Tip: Just 10 minutes a day is enough to make quick progress.
Google Maps / Maps.me
Why? To navigate easily in a new city—even offline with Maps.me.
Bonus: Discover hidden spots thanks to local reviews.
