Non-European Based in Europe
 

I am an American citizen and have been offered a pretty good job based in Europe. The requirement is that I live near an international airport as my flying will originate at various hubs/capitals around the continent and the company will take care of my transportation. It seems that the value of the package will hinge on making a good decision on where to live. Can anyone point me in a general direction in terms of cost of living/taxation/schools for the kids. Right now, my wife and I are thinking either Spain or France but that is based on incomplete information. I've been an expat for 12 years so I do have some realistic expectations (I think). My pay will be net after paying taxes in the company's home country so tax agreements and the ability to avoid double taxation would be important. Any help or advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

About 15% tax max living in LUX

Are we talking NetJets? :)

Try Zurich or Geneva in Switzerland. They have an agreement with most other countries about double taxation. Cost of living are reasonable (if it's too high for you, you can always buy your stuff in Germany, which is a 30min drive away). Schools are excellent and only small fees apply.

By the way: Zurich has just won the voting on city with the highest standard of living!

Cheers

Thanks everyone.

definetly go to spain. would advice Barcelona,Valencia or Malaga.
no prob wiv tax.many people are based there with foreign companies
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