With anti-queer rhetoric ramping up across the U.S., LGBTQ+ folks of all stripes are looking to leave for new homes where they can live loud and proud (or cozy and quiet, if that’s what they prefer). Here are the best cities for lesbian expats looking to move abroad. Amsterdam, the
An upward trend in Americans moving abroad for retirement continues through 2026 and likely beyond. For many retirees, the destination often relies on lower cost of living, accessible healthcare, and finding community. LGBTQ+ seniors face additional challenges in their search, seeking countries where their marital status, gender identity, and personal
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has come under scrutiny for comments about revoking rights from gay Americans, including same-sex marriage. Thankfully, even if the worst were to happen, other countries still offer those rights for LGBTQIA+ folks. Since the Netherlands first legalized gay marriage back in 2001, the fight
Are you wanting to move abroad but don’t know how you’ll support yourself abroad? Why not start your own business helping others find new lives abroad? This is why Jen and I started Expatsi in 2022. We wanted to move to Mexico, but we had to work office jobs in
As of June 2026, U.S. state legislatures have proposed 793 anti-trans bills in 43 states, and legislators have also introduced 127 national anti-trans bills. Roughly half of these bills considered in 2026 focus on education or healthcare, from denying pronoun autonomy to prohibiting gender-affirming care. While LGBTQ+ rights are under
Top Destinations and Safest Cities for LGBTQ Male Expats For gay men relocating abroad, legal protection and social environment come before climate or cost. The safest cities for lgbtq male expats share a few consistent features: constitutional anti-discrimination laws, legal same-sex marriage, and police forces that actually enforce hate crime
In conversation about relocation, Mexico gets a lot of credit as a retirement dream and a remote work paradise. And both can be true – it’s a great destination for expats. But some people still struggle with the move – and when they do, it’s often because they picked their
Are you looking forward to retirement? Do you imagine peaceful days spent socializing with family and friends, pursuing hobbies, and catching up on things you put off during a long career with limited time off? While we all long for those days, you may look at your bank account and
For aspiring expats who want to work while they move, being a digital nomad can be an excellent choice. More than 50 countries offer digital nomad visas, and it’s a lifestyle that can work whether you’re settling in one place or working from the road. And it’s a great way
When you’re planning, or even just considering, a move to another country, there are always questions — What kind of visa will I need? Can I afford it? Will I be able to learn the language? But when you’re LGBTQ, those questions come with a few very specific, very important
Inside and outside the U.S., tariffs are on a lot of minds. Despite what some people believe, tariffs are basically taxes on imported goods that are paid by the importer. And then the importer usually passes the cost on to the consumer. The impact on business worldwide is already considerable.
The process of gaining residency in a foreign country can be a long one, with lots of steps involved. But many prospective expats don’t plan on waiting long — our own Expatsi Report revealed that 12% of respondents planned to move in six months or less. And even without that tight
Finding the best school choices for expat kids can be a daunting task, with a myriad of factors to consider and options to choose from. As a parent, you want your child to thrive academically and socially in their new environment. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate the complexities
Ever since the first Black people were forced onto American shores, the U.S. hasn’t always been a particularly welcoming place for them. And a century-plus-long tradition of Black Americans have chosen to head abroad in search of a better life. In the late 20teens and early 2020s, we saw #Blaxit
The subreddit r/expats is a great place to read people’s experiences living abroad, ask questions, network, and get advice. Recently, user u/yogahikerchick asked for stories from people who moved to a new country and fell in love. These were some of our favorites. 1. United Kingdom “I moved from Australia
While “digital nomads” — remote employees or freelancers who work from their laptops — have existed for as long as technology has made it possible, most still travel on tourist visas and work surreptitiously around the world. First launched by Estonia in 2020, digital nomad visas allow these wanderers to
InternationalLiving.com, the leading authority on global retirement and relocation opportunities, has just released its Annual Global Retirement Index for 2025. The Index helps retirees identify destinations where their dollar stretches further, offering great value in real estate, living costs, and quality of life. “Our goal is to empower retirees to
Nomadism has taken the world by storm, with millennials flocking to embrace this lifestyle. But can anyone successfully pull it off? According to experts like Nicholas Barang, owner of NomadTalks, the success of a digital nomad can be gauged by how long they can sustain this way of life. Having
Most developed countries have some solution for caring for their aging population. Known as “retirement income systems,” these include combinations of investment accounts, pensions, and social security. The health of these programs has a huge impact on the quality of life for seniors. Mercer is a global leader in retirement
Now more than ever, retirees are moving abroad to spend their golden years on distant shores. For some it’s about the cost of living, so they move to countries where they can spend less on housing and healthcare. For others, it’s about the experience. They want to see the world
