Last update: May 14, 2026
THIS WEB SITE COMPILES INFORMATION FROM ACROSS THE INTERNET AND BOOKS ABOUT THE BEST (and worst) PLACES TO MOVE TO.
Leaving the USA for Mexico at the age of 50... mistakes and successes – Yahoo News
How Spain is the destination of choice for ... expat criminals – NDTV
Why American prefer Bangkok's chaos to the USA kind – The Thaiger
Why you should consider Malta – MSN Travel and Leisure
...consider Malta, an island nation where you can live comfortably for under $36,000 a year."
The "comfort trap" in Singapore for expats
Story at Money Control
TikTok is drawing American expats to Southeast Asia – NPR
And for the first time in decades, the U.S. could be experiencing negative net migration — more people leaving than entering. A study published this year by the Brookings Institution estimates net migration turned negative in 2025, the first time in at least half a century..."
"A lot of people move here and bring their stress with them," Michaels said. "You have to let go of that."
What does it mean to be an expatriate?
Story at Investopedia
The "friendliest" countries for expats – Travel and Leisure
The study’s “Finding Friends” subcategory evaluated satisfaction with social life, access to a dependable support system, and ease of making local friends..."
The "silent hustle" of the expat in Dubai – ND TV 24x7
California billionaires flocking to Florida – NY Post
Dutch mortgages and Expats – NL Times
"Best" ways to attain European citizenship standing for Americans seeking to live abroad – MSN Elle Decor
Where to retire with $1500 per month in retirement income – AOL.com
Places listed having "great weather" in the article: Brindisi, Italy; Kalamata, Greece; Sarandë, Albania and others
Places that are "perfect for retirees"
Story at Yahoo
a brief look at Portugal, Ecuador, Malaysia, Costa Rica, Uruguay, Panama, Belize and more.
The ten countries ranked highest for living abroad – MSN Reader's Digest
Cheaper health care for Amerians elsewhere? Portugal, Spain, Costa Rica, Panama and France – MSN Investopedia
The international cities with the highest stress– Story at Scared of
Cities described for their stress risks: San Francisco; Athens, Greece; Baltimore; Seoul; London; Tokyo; Cleveland; Mumbai, Detroit; New York City
Best place to retire? Greece – News Bytes App
Portugal Golden Visa changes – Forbes
Italy to change tax rates on higher-earning expats – The Real Deal
5,000 to 6,000 U.S. citizens each year renounce U.S. citizenship to escape taxes, but "politics is now playing a more central role" – Washington Post
The United States is one of only two countries — along with Eritrea — that taxes income based on citizenship rather than residency, requiring Americans abroad to file annual returns with the IRS in addition to those required by the country where they live or work. Some banks, daunted by the onerous extra reporting requirements imposed by Washington, won’t let American citizens open accounts or charge them extra fees. Some countries, including Japan and Qatar, don’t allow dual citizenship..."
Why families are shifting from Dubai to Abu Dhabi – UK The Times
As Dubai’s population of four million now overwhelms its ten-lane highways at peak times, its lower-profile neighbor an hour south is increasingly being seen as a family-friendly alternative. It might not be promoting itself at roadshows in the UK, like Dubai, but there is much hiring in e-gaming, media, hospitality and education, says Tom (surname withheld), a lawyer who has moved to the emirate with his family. "The difference is that Dubai shouts and Abu Dhabi whispers," he says..."
Move to Argentina?
Loudest, noisiest cities of Spain? – Euro Weekly News
Ranking Europe's cities for "urban health" – IS Global Ranking
Page has a type in city name to compare various factors across 1,000 cities.
12 cities of Europe where Americans can live on social security alone – AOL News
Locations discussed: Florence Italy, Lisbon Portugal; Seville Spain; Sofia Bulgaria and more.
To combat dwindling populations many countries offering "Free homes" and even some cash support for individuals and families to relocate to certain areas – NottinghamShire Live
Some of the places mentioned in the article are: Greece, Switzerland, Canada, Japan, Spain and Ireland.
The downside of European destinations for expats: Bureaucracy – MSN EuroNews
How Panama rates as "Number #1" for expats – Travel and Leisure MSN
Survey of top ten countries for expats for job security and living conditions – MSN CNBC
The surge in "millionaire" Golden Visa applicants in Greece
Story at CEO World
Expat "nightmare" from new UK rules meant to fight bank fraud – Euro Weekly News
Foreign expats in Saudi Arabia to be allowed to own property in 2026? – Saudi Moments
Where to work? Ranking the best countries for job satisfaction – Go Abroad
Comparing the "Work Life" balance of USA versus Europe – Times of India
Ranking the top ten European locations for expats – Tempo Co
Short article with descriptions: they list Portugal first, and Finland #10.
Why are so many American expats gathering in Mexico's Puerto Vallarta? – Vallarta Daily
Top expat worker jobs in Mexico – USA Today
Where are the majority of American retirees going in Greece?
Story at MSN Travel and Leisure
Asking the AI where to Expat
Question: Can you name five countries in the world that are most frequently lauded in the news of 2025 as expat retirement locations for Americans?
Answer:
Portugal (population 10.4 million) – for climate and relatively low cost of living.
Spain (population 49.2 million) – for beaches, warm climate and relatively low cost of living.
Costa Rica (population 5.3 million) – for its "Pura Vida" lifestyle and affordable healthcare.
Mexico (population 131.9 million) – low cost of living and, of course, close to the United States.
Panama (population 4.6 million) – provides tax incentives for retirees, with exemptions on foreign-earned income. The country uses the U.S. dollar and has a variety of mountain, beach and city locations.
Greece's "Digital Nomad" visa
Describes the visa and lists the various requirements at NDTV Lifestyle
Managing and understanding US expat wealth obligations – Forbes
Ireland, Spain, Greece – international programs to bring in foreign residency
"...Seven countries offering you cash and homes to move there." Story at MSN Markets Today
Overview for moving to Argentina – Nomad Veronica
AMAZON: The Expert Expat: Your Guide to Successful Relocation Abroad
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