Guides, research, and firsthand reporting on moving abroad from the US.
Expatsi Tours is launching its next trip to Portugal and Spain this September. We’re returning to Braga, a fan favorite city, as part of the Portugal leg to see whether our future expats might want to move there. So what’s so great about this town? Charming Public Spaces Braga is a mountain town of 200,000
Food ·
If you’re scouting destinations that align with your plant-based lifestyle, we’ve got the (non-dairy) scoop. We’ve rounded up the best cities for vegetarians and vegans to eat, sleep, and play. From sustainable housing to innovative cuisines, these options will meet your dietary needs and beyond. Let’s dig in! Ubud, Indonesia If you’ve ever felt like
Students ·
Studying abroad is an experience of a lifetime that most people reminisce about as one of their best college decisions. It’s an opportunity to travel the world, immerse yourself in new cultures, and broaden your horizons in ways you never imagined. Whether you’re considering a semester, a year, or a full degree program in a
Singles ·
If you’re retired, single, and ready to mingle abroad—look no further. Expat life isn’t exclusively for globetrotting couples. There are plenty of cities willing to welcome you and offer you an exciting new life for your golden years. International Living has announced their top destinations for solo expats, with info about moving abroad as a
Almost half of people who take the Expatsi Test say that they’re interested in moving abroad to save money. If you agree that the rent in the U.S. is too damn high, here are 10 ways to cut costs by becoming an immigrant. College. There are only two countries (Singapore and Australia) where the cost
In today’s world, the rising cost of living is a universal challenge for people all over the world. The Economist Intelligence Unit recently conducted a survey across 173 countries, categorizing them based on their price index. In these bustling cities, residents must navigate the complexities of soaring housing prices, escalating expenses for everyday goods, and
On September 10, U.S. News & World Report released the results of its 2024 Best Countries rankings. This annual survey comes from a partnership between the news publisher and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Among the numerous categories covered in this analysis, U.S. News spotlights a category that’s relevant to expats: which
Visas, Residency, & Citizenship ·
Explore 51 countries offering digital nomad visas, learn how to get a remote work visa, and compare destinations for a flexible international lifestyle
In today’s world, finding an affordable city to settle down in feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. However, amidst the seemingly universal trend of rising costs, cheaper cities do exist. The Economist Intelligence Unit has compiled a list of the world’s least expensive cities, revealing that affordability doesn’t always equate to the
More and more individuals are choosing to uproot their lives in search of a better city that fits their lifestyle, financial means, and overall quality of life. However, as populations inflate and the housing supply struggles to keep up with demand, searching for a promising city becomes increasingly difficult. The latest findings from The Economist
The SAT, formerly known as the Scholastic Aptitude Test, measures a high school student’s readiness for college. Most students take it in their junior or senior year of high school and anxiously anticipate their scores to include them in their applications to top-notch universities. Nootro Edge, a nootropics review website, compiled data on states with
This past March, we led a scouting trip from the U.S. to Portugal and Spain for three weeks. 24 people on the trip chose to visit Portugal, where we spent several days exploring the coastal city of Porto. Porto is Portugal’s second-largest city, with 1.7 million in the greater area. Portugal’s got a thriving expat
The Ultimate Guide to Paying Expat Taxes Will my Dutch insurance follow me around the EU? by Brett Andrews About the Netherlands Healthcare System Like many countries in the EU, the Netherlands offers world-class health facilities, highly qualified specialists, and ready access to universal healthcare. However, its healthcare funding may be unusual. The Netherlands uses a
Legalities, Rights, & Freedoms ·
Recreational drug use can be a morally gray area for many. Some people say the right to bodily autonomy is absolute, even to the extent that that right leads to self-harm. Others insist on a heavy-handed reinforcement of drug laws that have shown poor outcomes at best and victimized communities at worst. While the U.S.
You might wonder why someone might contemplate leaving a highly developed country like the U.S., but the reality is that there are more than enough reasons. While the U.S. may appear to thrive on technology and materialism, humans cannot survive on that or the promise of the ‘land of the free’ for happiness. A nation
I’m sitting on my sixth flight in 3 days, headed back to Mérida, Yucatán after spending 36 hours in South Dakota. That’s quite a long distance for such a short trip! Here’s why it was worth it. What’s your domicile? When you move abroad, you remain a citizen of the U.S. of course unless you
Safety ·
About eight-in-ten murders in the United States in 2021, nearly 21,000 deaths, involved a firearm, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). That’s the highest percentage since 1968 when the CDC began keeping online records. Including self-inflicted gun deaths, the US has about four times more firearm inflicted deaths than the next highest reporting
Legalities, Rights, & Freedoms ·
Every country has a system in place for penalizing drug offenses, but were you aware that some countries practice execution as a punishment for drug-related crimes? Below is a list compiled by the American Addiction Center of countries that enforce shockingly severe penalties for those involved in illegal drugs. 1. Malaysia The Dangerous Drugs Act
Language ·
It’s easier than ever for Americans to move abroad, thanks to the growth of remote work, apps for travel and navigation, and expat groups to make friends and ask questions. One barrier that remains for the 77% of monolingual Americans? Learning the local language. Although 23% of Americans are bilingual, it’s not because one in
Visas, Residency, & Citizenship ·
Would you move to Spain if the government paid you to live there? For digital nomads looking to work remotely from western Europe, this just might be your chance! Extremadura, a lesser-known Spanish region on the Portugal border, expects to begin offering digital nomads up to €15,000 to live there. Applicants will find a region