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El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America, bordered by Honduras, Guatemala, and the Pacific Ocean. Its economy is closely linked to the United States through trade and remittances, and it has experienced recent improvements in security and investor confidence. However, the country faces ongoing challenges such as poverty, climate-related disruptions, and high rates of migration. While crime rates have dropped significantly, El Salvador continues to grapple with social and economic vulnerabilities, including food insecurity and limited access to social services.

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Moving to El Salvador: the 2026 guide for Americans
A dollar economy, a sharp drop in crime, and no tax on your foreign income, weighed against a long-running state of exception and top hospitals concentrated in the capital.
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