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WSJ: Who Is Really Moving Abroad Now?

More Americans than ever are moving abroad right now. But who is really moving, and where are they going? A recent Wall St Journal article sheds light on the trend.

Financial Planners Are Hearing It First: “What If I Move Abroad?”

For many Americans, moving abroad begins with a spreadsheet, determining their monthly expenses, liquidating assets, and more. For financial planners, this creates a meaningful opportunity.

FBAR and FATCA for Beginners: What US Expats Need to Know

Moving abroad involves plenty of adjustments, whether you’re finding a home or learning local customs. However, for American expats, it also means managing unique financial reporting rules. FBAR and FATCA are two separate U.S. reporting requirements for foreign financial accounts and assets. They’re easy to confuse, and many expats end
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LGBTQ Americans Moving Abroad: The Complete Guide 2026

LGBTQ people are under attack in the U.S. and looking for the exits. Expatsi is here to help you find the best countries for LGBTQ expats.
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FEIE vs. Foreign Tax Credit: Which Is Better for US Expats in 2026?

Moving abroad comes with a lot of excitement, but it also introduces unique financial obligations. We Americans are bound by U.S. citizenship-based taxation, which means we must report our worldwide income to the IRS regardless of where we live. Fortunately, the tax code provides tools to prevent us from paying
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The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2026 Explained: What It Means for US Dual Citizens

If you hold a second passport or want to move abroad, a new bill in Congress might catch your eye. The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2026 aims to fundamentally change how America treats nationality. This proposal has triggered many questions about the future of dual citizenship that U.S. residents enjoy.

Best Cities for Lesbian Expats 2026

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

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More Travelers Are Becoming Expats. Travel Advisors Can Help.

A growing number of Americans are doing something that would have seemed unusual a generation ago: they're using travel to decide where to live. For travel advisors, that shift is showing up in client conversations.
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Best Cities for LGBTQ Retirees Abroad in 2026

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

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Eager to Get Moved? Visa Paths for English-speaking Countries

While Americans moving abroad trended upward in the last decade, it absolutely skyrocketed after the 2024 election. As you might guess, many considered English-speaking countries as their best destinations. Integration may be easier in a country where you speak the language, but does that make it easier to emigrate there?

Love Wins: Countries with Legal Same-Sex Marriage 2026

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

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Starting Your Expatsi Digital Nomad Business

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

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The Best Countries for Transgender People Who Want to Leave the U.S.

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

Move Abroad Con 2026 Was Huge!

Move Abroad Con 2026 was amazing! This year was our second time hosting the event, and this year we held it at the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. It was the perfect, intimate venue for 600 aspiring emigrants and 67 experts to connect and share info. (See the full

Understanding the Global Diaspora: Where Do Jewish Families Relocate?

When you start looking outside of Israel where there are the most Jews, you quickly realize that there is a massive, incredibly diverse network of families spread out across Europe, North America, and Australia. For anyone trying to keep their family's traditions, kosher habits, and religious roots alive, settling down

Ecuador vs Peru for Expats 2026: Cost, Visas, Safety and Which to Choose

Ecuador costs less, uses the dollar for large purchases, and has a lower visa threshold. Peru has Lima, one of the genuinely great food cities in the world, and more urban infrastructure overall. This Ecuador vs Peru expat guide 2026 gives you the actual numbers for each so you can
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Understanding Universal Healthcare Rankings by Country

When you start planning a move abroad, digging into universal healthcare rankings by country is easily one of the smartest things you can do for your peace of mind. Nobody wants to relocate to a dream destination only to realize the local medical care is substandard or completely unaffordable. The

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Identifying the Easiest Countries to Move to for Americans

For many, Mexico, Portugal, or Costa Rica stand out as the easiest countries to get a visa as an American, leveraging friendly bilateral agreements to offer streamlined entry and long-term stays with minimal paperwork. By focusing on these welcoming regions, travelers can secure easy residency for Americans abroad without the
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Understanding the Primary Mexico Expat Visa Types

If you are seriously looking into moving down south, the first thing you need to wrap your head around is the variety of Mexico expat visa types. In reality, the choices are pretty straightforward. Most people take the well-traveled path and apply for a Mexico temporary residency visa.

The World’s Friendliest Countries for Americans Moving Abroad

Friendly to visit and friendly to actually live in are two different things. Italy feels wonderful for two weeks. Talk to Americans who spent years navigating Italian residency paperwork, and the story changes. The countries below work long-term: locals who engage with newcomers rather than tolerate them, bureaucracy that doesn’t

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