Rumors of the death of Portugal’s Golden Visa have been greatly exaggerated. Spoiler: Despite rumors, fears, and even overwrought headlines to the contrary, the Portuguese Golden Visa has not been eliminated. Some changes have been made, some changes might be made, but none of the changes come nearly to the level of| Expatsi
Tell any parent it’s expensive to raise a family in today’s economy, and they won’t laugh at you, because they’re too tired. But believe me, they already know. One survey shows that to raise a family of four in 2025, you’ll need a six-figure income in more than half the states| Expatsi
Constantly changing tariffs on countries including Mexico have left a lot of plans up in the air. Where are prices going to go? What plans are going to change? That party you’re planning to throw — is it going to suck? Some of your favorite items in your fridge, your pantry,| Expatsi
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| 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
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
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