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2023 Guide to Moving to Panama
If you're thinking about moving to Panama, you probably have a lot of questions about how to move to a foreign country. You’ll want to know the basics: what [...]
The Expatsi Report | Q4 2022
Welcome to the third Expatsi Report and the final report of 2022! This quarterly report tracks why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they [...]
10 Best Beaches in Panama (including two called Playa Blanca!)
Panama, located in Central America, is blessed with beautiful beaches. Its unusual isthmus shape mean that you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific and set over the [...]
Intro to Renting, Buying, or Building a Home in Panama
Panama has long been popular with Americans seeking to retire somewhere warm on the water. Because the U.S. owned and operated the Panama Canal for decades, many Americans have [...]
Guide to Getting Around Panama by Car, Plane, Train, Bus, or Taxi
If you're thinking about moving to Panama, you may be curious about how people travel around cities or from town to town. For the most part, people are traveling [...]
Healthcare & Insurance in Panama for Expats & Immigrants
Healthcare in Panama is considered to be some of the best in Latin America, which is especially impressive given its small population of 4.5 million. Johns Hopkins Medicine, which [...]
Transgender Rights Around the World for Expats & Immigrants
According to Vice, 2023 is the fourth consecutive year that the U.S. has had a record breaking number of anti-trans bills at the state and national level, including the [...]
2023 Guide to Panama Residency Visas
For those looking to make Panama their new permanent home, the government offers a huge variety of residency visas. I would venture to say it's almost TOO many, but [...]
12 Great Reasons to Move to Panama
1. Incredible Nature No matter what type of outdoor activities you’re looking for, Panama has them. From the Caribbean to the Pacific coastlines, Panama offers incredible beaches, stunning mountain [...]
Best Panama City, Panama Neighborhoods for Expats
Panama City is an incredibly diverse and vibrant destination for expats, with a number of great neighborhoods to choose from. It's not the biggest bargain in Central America, but [...]
Best Cities in Panama for Expats
Panama is a popular destination for expats, and there are several cities that stand out for their unique appeal. Here's a look at some of the best cities in [...]
Pros & Cons: Semester Abroad vs. Degree Abroad
One of the biggest advantages to studying abroad for a semester is the chance to experience a different culture and education system on a short-term basis. You can gain [...]
2023 Guide to Studying Abroad
1. Research the different countries and programs available for study abroad First of all, try to have your future career in mind. If that seems obvious, it sure wasn't [...]
How to Learn Spanish Before You Move to LATAM
The Spanish-speaking countries in North, Central, & South America are top-notch destinations for American emigrants. They offer stunning weather, lovely people, lower costs of living, and phenomenal culture and [...]
2023 Guide to Moving to Mexico
If you're thinking about moving to Mexico, you probably have a lot of questions about how to move to a foreign country, even one as friendly and familiar as our [...]
Guide to Renting, Buying, or Building a Home in Mexico
Mexico is quickly emerging as an ideal destination for those looking to settle somewhere new. With its diversity of landscapes, vibrant culture and culinary delights, Mexico can offer expats of [...]
10 Best Beaches in Mexico (that aren’t Cancun)
With its stunning coastlines on the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Pacific Ocean, and Gulf of California, Mexico is one of the most popular beach destinations in the world, [...]
Guide to Getting Around Mexico by Car, Plane, Train, Bus, or Rideshare
You know how you're immigrating to Mexico, but not sure how you'll get around once you're there? Depending on your destination, you have numerous options when it comes to transportation, [...]
10 FAQs About Healthcare in Mexico for Expats
1. What's the healthcare system like in Mexico? Mexico has one of the most innovative and remarkable healthcare systems in Latin America. With its rich resources, Mexico is home to [...]
2023 Guide to Mexico Residency Visas
Americans don't need to apply in advance for tourist visas for Mexico. Paperwork requirements change from time to time, but you'll take care of them when you arrive. You'll be [...]
12 Great Reasons to Move to Mexico
The hardest thing about creating a list of the best reasons to move to Mexico is narrowing it down. From its well-known strengths (beaches! tacos! mariachi bands!) to its hidden [...]
10 International Health Insurance Tips for American Expats
Most Americans realize the importance of buying medical insurance in the United States, but what about health insurance when you move abroad? It is highly likely that your domestic American [...]
The 10 Best Colleges & Universities in Mexico
Studying abroad in Mexico is a great way to expand your education, develop professionally and explore a new culture. There are many excellent universities offering quality programs in various [...]
The Top 7 Safest Cities in Mexico for Expats
For those looking for a change of pace, many immigrants and retirees have been drawn to Mexico in recent years. With beautiful beaches, diverse culture, and a much lower [...]
The Expatsi Report | Q3 2022
Welcome to the second Expatsi Report! This quarterly report tracks why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and more. See [...]
Guide to Digital Nomad Visas 2023
There's lots of debate about whether the WFH revolution will be replaced by the RTO (return-to-office) devolution. Like most issues, it seems like we're divided right down the middle about [...]
Where should you retire for end-of-life care?
An Instagram follower asks, “In this country the late/end of life system is designed to bankrupt you and your family while providing dismal care. If someone is living on [...]
How to get a Portugal digital nomad, D7, D2, or golden visa
Updated 02/17/2022: Portugal is revoking its Golden Visa program to curtail rent inflation and housing shortages for Portuguese citizens as the result of protests and a housing crisis there. [...]
Our Mexico Experience
Last month, Brett and I took our second trip to Mérida, where we're moving in Yucatán, Mexico. Originally, we'd planned to visit each of our top ten countries over [...]
The Expatsi Report | Q2 2022
Welcome to the very first Expatsi Report! This quarterly report will track why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and [...]
Where is gay marriage legal?
Updated January 13, 2023 Since the current Supreme Court overturned of Roe v. Wade, and specifically based on Clarence Thomas's opinion in the decision, many Americans are looking to a [...]
Where is abortion legal?
Updated January 13, 2023 With the overturning of Roe v. Wade in June of 2022, many expats are looking for countries where the right to an abortion is protected or [...]