Expats relocating from the U.S. to warmer climates often put Costa Rica and Panama at the top of their list. And for good reason — both offer warm climates, stunning natural beauty, and thriving expat communities. In fact, it can be hard to decide which tropical nation will be the best for your new home. [...]| Expatsi
Recent anti-tourism protests might create an image that Spain isn’t a warm and welcoming place to outsiders. And it’s true that in some of the more tourism-heavy areas of the country, tourists might see banners telling them, in no uncertain terms, to go home. But if you’re planning a longer stay —| Expatsi
There’s a reason Spain is a favorite destination for aspiring expats looking to move abroad. The pace of life is slower, the climate is gorgeous, the cost of living is lower. The food is unbelievable. And the people, in general, are warm, friendly, and welcoming. In recent months, however, that welcome has started to feel a| Expatsi
The process of gaining residency in a foreign country can be a long one, with lots of steps involved. But many prospective expats don’t plan on waiting long — our own Expatsi Report revealed that 12% of respondents planned to move in six months or less. And even without| Expatsi
To answer the big question first: No, you’re not automatically granted citizenship of a foreign country without knowing it. But you could qualify for citizenship without knowing it, through citizenship by descent or jus sanguinis — when a country offers the option to apply for citizenship based on the| Expatsi
Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit, an innovative business idea, and a desire to set up shop in a different country? A startup visa might be your ticket to residency. While the specifics of startup visa programs vary from country to country, the visas are, in effect, a way for countries to attract entrepreneurs who| Expatsi
The word “nomad” can imply a desire to roam. But not every digital nomad wants to keep roaming. Maybe you have children and want a greater degree of stability for them. Maybe you’ve found a country that has the standard of living, tax rates, or culture that make you want to stick around. Or maybe| Expatsi
Portugal has long been a favorite route for expats moving to Europe, in large part because of its golden visa program. But since 2023, that route has a roadblock: While prospective immigrants can still get their five-year residency permit by investing in private equity funds, business startups, or tech ventures, visa via residential| Expatsi
Ever since the first Black people were forced onto American shores, the U.S. hasn’t always been a particularly welcoming place for them. And a century-plus-long tradition of Black Americans have chosen to head abroad in search of a better life. In the late 20teens and early 2020s, we saw #Blaxit – a| Expatsi
Expatsi can direct you to the countries with the best healthcare in the world. But we can’t all move to Singapore. (Where would we fit?) Wherever you go in the world, you need to be able to find and access healthcare services that suit your needs. These five| Expatsi
Brett Andrews is an expat influencer and co-founder of Expatsi, a company that's helped thousands of expats on their moving abroad journeys. Brett and his partner Jen developed the Expatsi Test to recommend countries to move to, based on factors like budget, visa type, spoken languages, healthcare rankings, and more. In a former life, he worked as a software developer, IT support specialist, and college educator. When he's not working, Brett loves watching exploring new countries, reading unu...| Expatsi - The Expat Test
