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Top 10 Must-Have Apps for Expats

20 June 2025

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 mobile apps can truly transform your daily life. Whether you’re newly arrived or a long-time expat, here’s our selection of the best apps to make life abroad smoother and more stress-free.

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.

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