Where can YOU move to from the USA? The EASIEST countries to get to as an American.

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  • @poethammer
    @poethammer Місяць тому +344

    I left the US 20+ years ago. Best thing I ever did. No looking back. Loving my life in the Netherlands. 🇳🇱

    • @JillWhitcomb1966
      @JillWhitcomb1966 Місяць тому +9

      Can I ask... is it not really expensive there to live? That's my impression, but I'd love to hear more!

    • @boscosexual
      @boscosexual Місяць тому

      I’ve been looking into the Netherlands, what was the immigration process like? Both permanent and temporary?Because when I checked the naturalization process on their government website, being married to a Dutch citizen is one of the only options in order to become a naturalized Dutch citizen as an adult, in my understanding, and that’s not something I’m particularly interested in or ready for at this point in my life.

    • @MsCuriousturtle
      @MsCuriousturtle Місяць тому

      ​@@JillWhitcomb1966 I'm with ya Jill!

    • @waetos
      @waetos Місяць тому

      Great move!!

    • @j.r.arnolli9734
      @j.r.arnolli9734 Місяць тому +4

      @@JillWhitcomb1966 /
      With a netto income of 30k is very well possible to live in NL

  • @stevefisher2553
    @stevefisher2553 Місяць тому +550

    Going to be a POPULAR channel!

    • @bikebudha01
      @bikebudha01 Місяць тому +16

      dam, you beat me too it..

    • @babu357
      @babu357 Місяць тому +6

      😂

    • @dstewusa7054
      @dstewusa7054 Місяць тому

      @stevefisher2553
      Hopefully - for daft progressives who teased us all last time with emigration

    • @youtubeurevil
      @youtubeurevil Місяць тому +5

      @@bikebudha01 me too

    • @youtubeurevil
      @youtubeurevil Місяць тому

      As an |European I can only say please dont come we have enough idiots here the vacancies are filled !

  • @monicajmarkiewicz4936
    @monicajmarkiewicz4936 Місяць тому +97

    I moved to Ireland six years ago. Best thing I ever did.

  • @JoeNienaberNienaber
    @JoeNienaberNienaber Місяць тому +25

    I moved to Costa Rica about 22 years ago and I love it.

    • @mrjohnklake
      @mrjohnklake Місяць тому

      Is it anything like it was depicted in South Park? 😂
      Hopefully not.

  • @sandyhafenbrack141
    @sandyhafenbrack141 Місяць тому +235

    Perfect timing that this channel pops up on my feed right after the election. I may need this information in the near future.

    • @cloudstreets1396
      @cloudstreets1396 Місяць тому +7

      Best to look at it as if you will do it. Better to have your plan ready and not need it than to have no plan and need to get out.

    • @joemendyk9994
      @joemendyk9994 Місяць тому +9

      Or you could stay and undermine their efforts.

    • @nostalgia46
      @nostalgia46 Місяць тому +14

      @@joemendyk9994It’s pointless, one party plays by the rules (Dems), while the other party breaks every rule in the book (Repubs)…thus it’s pointless to fight against the tyranny at this stage. You might as well just accept that most Americans lack any form of decency, civility, or moral compass. Once you accept that, it’s actually easier to move on, and even feels liberating to an extent. Basically, nothing matters anymore.

    • @Cyberglyph
      @Cyberglyph Місяць тому +7

      @@nostalgia46 100% agree with you, I started researching right away! No point fighting a system this essentially corrupt and not worth saving any more!

    • @frankmorris4790
      @frankmorris4790 Місяць тому

      No, you'll just do what leftists do, talk..

  • @mediamannaman
    @mediamannaman Місяць тому +304

    Well done! Personally, I'm not going to be pushed out of my country by a mob boss. But maybe someday, on my own terms, I may try one of these options!

    • @FrugalShave
      @FrugalShave Місяць тому +31

      I'm with you. Stand and fight for the country we should have.

    • @duncreg
      @duncreg Місяць тому +23

      I'm in New Jersey. I'm not going to be pushed out of my mob bosses by a mob boss!

    • @RARenfield
      @RARenfield Місяць тому +4

      @@duncreg 🤣

    • @danieldravot341
      @danieldravot341 Місяць тому +39

      I’m a retiree and I no longer want to live in a country where an obscene creature like Trump can hold the highest office in the land.
      America is finito . . .

    • @deepsixman
      @deepsixman Місяць тому +14

      A mob boss and obedient mob.

  • @ivanxyz1
    @ivanxyz1 Місяць тому +111

    I moved my family from the USA in 2023. I am so happy we did. Life is so much happier outside of a country where I am a slave to insurance companies, banks, cars, commutes, gun violence, and intolerance. In Europe, I am exploring, traveling, learning new languages, meeting new friends, trying new foods, and have great AFFORDABLE healthcare. I highly recommend it.

    • @thisorthat7626
      @thisorthat7626 Місяць тому +3

      @ivanxyz1, sounds wonderful. What country did you select if you don't mind answering? Enjoy Europe!

    • @jessicaroeder7291
      @jessicaroeder7291 Місяць тому +2

      @ivanxyz1 Could you explain the health care situation where you've lived? Do you not need prescriptions?

    • @Valderotic
      @Valderotic Місяць тому

      @@jessicaroeder7291You go to a doctor, they prescribe you medication. You pick it up at a pharmacy no charge.

    • @Hmmm313
      @Hmmm313 Місяць тому +1

      Which country in EU????

    • @LalaDepala_00
      @LalaDepala_00 Місяць тому +7

      ​@@jessicaroeder7291Do you really think that medicine is not available in the EU? 😂 We are ahead of the U.S. when it comes to that, don't worry.

  • @indetif839
    @indetif839 Місяць тому +303

    I moved to Canada from the US to take a job 20 years ago. I am SO glad I did. I became a Canadian citizen as soon as possible. I will NEVER return to the country I was born in, which I now consider a fascist regime. We have no control over where we’re born but can choose where we will live.

    • @sherlockwho5714
      @sherlockwho5714 Місяць тому +22

      @@indetif839 I have had this conversation with my SO and they want to stay and fight. So we compromised if their group is targeted then they won't make me carry them to the border. I love America and it's values but that seems to be getting murdered by my fellow Americans.

    • @waetos
      @waetos Місяць тому +18

      ​​​@@sherlockwho5714such a sad state of affairs. I carry dual citizenship which enabled me to vote - BLUE, of course! I'm still VERY MUCH willing to fight for the America I once knew because I have a 92 year old mother and siblings/family living in America. Some family there still voted red. I spoke with one of them yesterday. She's now realising that she made a huge mistake and she's panicking. All she ever watched was Fox and other RW outlets and wound up becoming sucked in by so much misinformation.
      Don't EVER give up folks!

    • @sherlockwho5714
      @sherlockwho5714 Місяць тому +9

      @waetos Im thinking his tariffs and mass deportation are going to wake Americans in the same way as overturning roe did for conservatives

    • @acebutter9241
      @acebutter9241 Місяць тому +4

      Cool. In to hockey now?

    • @winluben2909
      @winluben2909 Місяць тому +1

      How can I move to Canada??

  • @sandraw8219
    @sandraw8219 Місяць тому +94

    The fact that your next highest view video aired 2years ago and has 32000 views whereas this video has nearly 125000 views in 4 days. Sort of says it all😮

    • @ovp66223
      @ovp66223 Місяць тому

      Yep, thinned-skinned, low common sense people looking to flee. I am sure the countries receiving these safe-space needy narcissists'will be thrilled 🤣

    • @Nova2032-
      @Nova2032- Місяць тому

      Yes! Why would any immigrant want to intentionally cross the border and move to America now?!!!! When so many Americans want OUT !

    • @efisgpr
      @efisgpr Місяць тому +3

      12:01 AM 11-13-2014: 190,000 VIEWS 👍🏻

    • @firestarter8202
      @firestarter8202 Місяць тому +1

      @@sandraw8219 looks like we’re gonna lose a lot of Democrat voters! Sounds good🤣

  • @Atlas-pn6jv
    @Atlas-pn6jv Місяць тому +366

    But will anyone take us?

    • @startabroad4592
      @startabroad4592  Місяць тому +20

      @atlas-pn6jv, yes! Different countries have different requirements to qualify for visas, however there are some very accessible options. Please reach out to us at info@startabroad.com if you'd like more information!

    • @focusedeye
      @focusedeye Місяць тому +9

      Excellent question.

    • @focusedeye
      @focusedeye Місяць тому +45

      ​@@startabroad4592I think you misunderstood the sarcasm in the question.

    • @danherrick5785
      @danherrick5785 Місяць тому +13

      @@focusedeye I wouldn't.

    • @dreammix9430
      @dreammix9430 Місяць тому

      Now that the United States is a formal dictatorship under Trump I think a lot of people are thinking of leaving the us but I also think that a lot of countries are going to say no way you're coming in here. You created your mess you stay there and deal with it

  • @orlandocfi
    @orlandocfi Місяць тому +190

    Georgia might be a bit too close for comfort to Putin and his imperial ambitions. But that is a very interesting choice to make, certainly a country rich with culture.

    • @sharonannelarkin9534
      @sharonannelarkin9534 Місяць тому +28

      Russia has invaded Georgia in the past. Maybe not the safest choice.

    • @CAP198462
      @CAP198462 Місяць тому +2

      Also, good wine.

    • @chemicals8582
      @chemicals8582 Місяць тому +3

      I know a guy who lived there for a while and he said he liked it there. He's interested in Russian culture, and you get it in Georgia, but without Vladimir Putin.

    • @Bgtrfvcde
      @Bgtrfvcde Місяць тому +7

      All of Europe is too close for comfort with Trump as president.

    • @stephgreen3070
      @stephgreen3070 Місяць тому +3

      It also is becoming increasingly hostile towards journalists who speak out about politics and several religious minorities have reported violence and discrimination from the Georgian Orthodox Church, which enjoys special privileges in the country. So, maybe jumping from the frying pan into the fire in some instances, depending on who you are, what your religious affiliation is, and what your profession is.

  • @tiredluke129
    @tiredluke129 Місяць тому +26

    Timestamps
    0:25 #6 Spain
    1:57 #5 Portugal
    3:33 #4 Georgia
    4:15 #3 Panama
    5:00 #2 Albania
    5:44 #1 Costa Rica

  • @moremoola
    @moremoola Місяць тому +29

    This will be a very appealing channel to a lot of Americans going forward. I'm applying for an retirement visa to go to Belgium, Europe.
    It's actually not that complicated. Belgium is the capitol of the EU and NATO.
    Great food, beer, chocolate, waffles and a really prospering economy.
    Bruges is considered the Venice of the west...!
    Really beautiful!

  • @BigFootedMonster
    @BigFootedMonster Місяць тому +69

    My husband and I have been talking about relocating. Thanks for the info!

    • @andrewwood6285
      @andrewwood6285 Місяць тому +1

      Do it!

    • @marciah0312
      @marciah0312 Місяць тому

      BUT then! It will dilute the decent, caring folks here who will be voting again! Hope you reconsider... xx

  • @greengorillah
    @greengorillah Місяць тому +47

    My dad got a job offer in the US and the option to move there from Europe with his family. This was many years ago, as a family we then decided against this offer based on the already difficult health care situation and gun violence. I am a grown up now and so happy we didn't move to the US!

    • @rjdavis7503
      @rjdavis7503 Місяць тому

      What gun violence ¿¡

    • @CaptivaIsland1944
      @CaptivaIsland1944 Місяць тому +1

      @@rjdavis7503
      WHAT KIND OF MORON ARE YOU, TO ASK SUCH A STUPID QUESTION?????

    • @lovly2cu725
      @lovly2cu725 Місяць тому

      🤣

  • @Julia-i9m3c
    @Julia-i9m3c Місяць тому +325

    As a beginner what do I need to do? How can I invest, on which platform? If you know any please share.

    • @Alejo-q2p
      @Alejo-q2p Місяць тому

      Waking up every 14th of each month to 210,000 dollars it's a blessing to I and my family... Big gratitude to Sonia Duke 🙌🏻

    • @GuadalupeMartinezb
      @GuadalupeMartinezb Місяць тому

      Yeah, 253k from Sonai duke, looking up to acquire a new House, blessings.

    • @Sofia-b1z5f
      @Sofia-b1z5f Місяць тому

      May God bless Mrs Sonia
      services, he have changed thousands of
      lives globally.

    • @Eugenio-o7f
      @Eugenio-o7f Місяць тому

      Investing $15,000 and received $174,000

    • @CAMILA-c3b5p
      @CAMILA-c3b5p Місяць тому

      I'm glad to write her tay I do hope she will help handle my paycheck properly☺️☺️☺️

  • @rogaineablar5608
    @rogaineablar5608 Місяць тому +11

    Note that for Costa Rica (and probably the others) you can renew your tourist visa by simply going to Panama or Nicaragua for the day. Can stay for years using that method.

    • @ziii2098
      @ziii2098 Місяць тому +1

      My dad did that for almost 10 years.

    • @daCubanaqt
      @daCubanaqt Місяць тому

      That does not work in the EU if you are on a tourist visa and in a Schengen country.

  • @JaniceHofmann-Caceres
    @JaniceHofmann-Caceres Місяць тому +30

    Would be nice but not an option for many for a variety of reasons. So...those of us who deplore the incoming regime and cannot just leave, our only choice is to resist, to fight, to persevere.

    • @ladyraven3418
      @ladyraven3418 Місяць тому +4

      Agreed. I have a wealth of invisible disabilities, so a stable, decent income is not an option. 😕

  • @marcd1981
    @marcd1981 Місяць тому +8

    Thank you for the video. My wife and I have been planning on becoming expats in the next year or so, and Panama was our first choice, with Costa Rica a back-up. They have had their share of problems there in Central America over the past year, but after this past Tuesday, my wife and I have decided these two countries are still our best bet for getting through the next four years.

  • @melbird-dw3su
    @melbird-dw3su Місяць тому +32

    Certainly on my mind too. Brilliant!

  • @FOHguy
    @FOHguy Місяць тому +11

    Everybody says that Liechtenstein 🇱🇮 is so hard to move to. We did in early 2024.
    They were most interested in criminal records and bank/earnings information.
    Now, we did have an attorney handle most things.
    Anyways. We love it here.

  • @Tjcp292
    @Tjcp292 Місяць тому +17

    I would appreciate learning about healthcare in those countries. I’m T1D and expect to lose affordable access to insulin & diabetes supplies. I hope you’ll do a video on healthcare.

  • @MrPhotodoc
    @MrPhotodoc Місяць тому +154

    As tempting as it is to move, I urge you to stay and help us in the resistance that's sure to come.

    • @Fifoldora
      @Fifoldora Місяць тому +13

      I agree with you.

    • @Drualeaf
      @Drualeaf Місяць тому +37

      There’s no point. His little secret was…. CHEATING. It worked. You can’t win a fair fight against somebody who cheats.

    • @relefunt
      @relefunt Місяць тому +29

      Resisting against the majority of people in a country is futile.

    • @v.j447
      @v.j447 Місяць тому +19

      @@Drualeaf Exactly. Something stinks.

    • @v.j447
      @v.j447 Місяць тому +3

      @@relefunt It worked in Europe last century, eventually. "The mills of God grind slow but exceedingly fine...".

  • @prutishauser831
    @prutishauser831 Місяць тому +36

    Well my husband is Costa Rican being there many times it's beautiful we were planning to retire there but I think now is a good time, the only think if you request resident visa you have two stay in the country for 2 years at least.
    My son is already polishing his Spanish ( he sounds soo gringo).

    • @ngoma
      @ngoma Місяць тому +2

      Gringo? Is there much bigotry against foreigners in Costa Rica?

    • @prutishauser831
      @prutishauser831 Місяць тому +3

      @ none at all, if you ever go you’ll see that anyone is treated the same way they are more caring and friendly than in other countries FYI

    • @aurapopescu1875
      @aurapopescu1875 Місяць тому +1

      But how safe is Costa Rica?

  • @georgeleddy483
    @georgeleddy483 Місяць тому +53

    Not Georgia! Read the news.

    • @SMoggyinski
      @SMoggyinski Місяць тому

      Precisely. Countries such as Georgia .. and Maldova, the Baltic States, etc .. are going to be a LOT less safe, now that a Putin apologist is effectively occupying the White House.

    • @MargaretChapman-k1y
      @MargaretChapman-k1y Місяць тому +4

      Going very right wing in elections etc. Yes, not a good idea and some very pro Russia.

    • @Hmmm313
      @Hmmm313 Місяць тому +2

      @@MargaretChapman-k1ynothing wrong with Russia….

  • @queenannsrevenge100
    @queenannsrevenge100 Місяць тому +196

    I have to be honest, this is hilarious that this popped up in my feed the day after the American election 😂

    • @Darrellychs
      @Darrellychs Місяць тому +4

      Same

    • @mattleathen445
      @mattleathen445 Місяць тому +5

      The algorithm knows! And your matching profile viewers are searching / clicking / watching this.

    • @OrionCorsari
      @OrionCorsari Місяць тому +18

      Not hilarious at all. Damn sad

    • @NancyHeath-d8n
      @NancyHeath-d8n Місяць тому +3

      Good algorithim

    • @thekeytospiritdoularanch
      @thekeytospiritdoularanch Місяць тому +4

      Because they track your stuff. They know you're not happy with Trump.

  • @clqudy4750
    @clqudy4750 Місяць тому +41

    I'm not going anywhere! This is MY state/ country and we have no choice but to fight this evil. But thanks for offering .

    • @alhunt3587
      @alhunt3587 Місяць тому

      I'm inclined to stay now that it's morning in America, but I'll pocket this information in case the Freaks ever get in conrol again, or if the paranoid leftist Anifa hatemongers drag the country into a new civil war, which will be nasty, like it was in South Carolina during the American Revolution of 1776-83

    • @marciah0312
      @marciah0312 Місяць тому +3

      Well said! Also, when people leave the US it will dilute the population with the most compassion and common sense❣

    • @richardpodnar5039
      @richardpodnar5039 Місяць тому +1

      Agree!😊

    • @catcauldron217
      @catcauldron217 Місяць тому

      @@marciah0312
      That’s what’s been happening for the last eight years 😢

    • @pbourdon231
      @pbourdon231 14 днів тому

      @@marciah0312except that the idiots are outbreeding the rational and compassionate people by at least 3:1….

  • @buck3656
    @buck3656 Місяць тому +19

    I've been looking into Belize. English is the primary language and cost of living comfortably is about $2400 including utilities food housing.

    • @ellengrace4609
      @ellengrace4609 Місяць тому +1

      But it’s hot! And how stable is it?

    • @gyunge3617
      @gyunge3617 Місяць тому

      Terribly corrupt government and too much crime. Also super expensive.

    • @lifesabeach5405
      @lifesabeach5405 Місяць тому

      If you like black people, it's a place for you

    • @efisgpr
      @efisgpr Місяць тому +1

      VERY high murder rate.

    • @scottcarver174
      @scottcarver174 Місяць тому

      Don't forget medical care is limited, if you have a life threatening injury or illness you may not survive.

  • @JillWhitcomb1966
    @JillWhitcomb1966 Місяць тому +25

    In 2017, I sold everything I owned and then left the USA for 2 years. I lived in Wales (UK) as a digital nomad, then lived in Poland, and hopped around to 6 other countries during that time as well-- such as a month in Spain, 6 weeks in India, etc. It can be done, as long as you: follow the rules of each country, you are very adaptable to different climates/ money systems/ cultures, and you can live a minimal (and inexpensive) lifestyle.

    • @TarasZpilot
      @TarasZpilot Місяць тому +2

      Hi Jill. I've considered Poland (Krakow). Did you enjoy it? Taras in the US.

    • @thisorthat7626
      @thisorthat7626 Місяць тому +2

      @JillWhitcomb1966, sounds wonderful. I wouldn't mind spending a year or two in Europe/Asia travelling and learning languages. Glad that you made it work.

  • @johnriley215
    @johnriley215 Місяць тому +7

    Great timing. I think a lot of people may be moving to other countries sooooon.

  • @taviparker4993
    @taviparker4993 Місяць тому +24

    Great information! Thanks!

  • @paulpotter7188
    @paulpotter7188 Місяць тому +18

    Nice choices. But what about Canada!🇨🇦. We speak the same language and our cultures are similar (but not identical). We are proud to be different from Americans.

    • @andrewward5891
      @andrewward5891 Місяць тому +6

      I’m considering retiring in Canada if Trump turns the USA into a fascist shithole

    • @bscats1
      @bscats1 Місяць тому +9

      Do you really want us there?

    • @franjones5312
      @franjones5312 Місяць тому +6

      ​@@bscats1😂Great question.

    • @franjones5312
      @franjones5312 Місяць тому

      You should be proud! U.S. Americans are suffering some type of mass psychosis.

    • @smarties6342
      @smarties6342 Місяць тому +3

      ​@@bscats1no

  • @mrjonesmusic5770
    @mrjonesmusic5770 Місяць тому +30

    I left the US in 1986 - moving to Australia - when Reagan was in office. I was very concerned then about the direction America was heading, though I had no idea things could go this horribly wrong. I have kept my US citizenship, my voting rights, and paid my taxes. Trump is a monster, aided in this election in no small part by Putin and the radical right billionaires club. God Bless America.

    • @skylarsartnphotography3450
      @skylarsartnphotography3450 Місяць тому

      Bush Jr was far worse! I remember when 9/11 happened! About 3000 people were murdered that day! All under Bushs watch! He was just so lucky that he got out of that as good as he did!! 😡 I stopped voting in the US!

  • @jeffnew1213
    @jeffnew1213 Місяць тому +8

    I don't know if it's still true, but I heard a number of years ago that Belize was a great place to move, especially for retirees. Good healthcare, American money has value, English is well understood by many, etc. Wondering if this is true and what other benefits, and what drawbacks, to associate with moving to Belize.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому +4

      I've seen Belize recently on recommended places to go, so I'm guessing your information is still valid.

    • @tbeck8838
      @tbeck8838 Місяць тому +2

      It's still true.

    • @alhunt3587
      @alhunt3587 Місяць тому

      Watch out for the bugs!

  • @charlienyc1
    @charlienyc1 Місяць тому +62

    I'm going to be getting my Spanish in good shape!

    • @tatyanafadden2005
      @tatyanafadden2005 Місяць тому

      A guess criminal cartels in South America are better than Trump's Dictatorship.😞

    • @MargaretChapman-k1y
      @MargaretChapman-k1y Місяць тому +2

      There's been riots in Spain about tourists taking away homes from Spaniards. I'd choose somewhere else if I were you. They are becoming unfriendly to tourists and incomers. Too many.

    • @brianvernaglia9449
      @brianvernaglia9449 Місяць тому +1

      @@MargaretChapman-k1y They speak Spanish is countries aside from Spain...as in every country south of the USA except Brazil.

    • @Mumujalego
      @Mumujalego Місяць тому

      @@MargaretChapman-k1y There were some protests against local governments for mass tourism, but no riots against tourists. This year Spain is going to receive 100 million tourists, and next year that figure will be surpassed.
      100 million people do not come to your country if there are riots against tourists.
      Also, a resident is not the same as a tourist.
      Immigration in Spain is also breaking records, currently more than 18% of the inhabitants are immigrants from all over the world, especially from Latin America.

  • @soaringkite2673
    @soaringkite2673 Місяць тому +18

    This would be a great video if you also included the quality of medical care.

    • @marcd1981
      @marcd1981 Місяць тому +3

      I can tell you what my wife and I found during our research on Panama. Panama has medical care equal, or even better, than here in the US. Panama City has what is considered a sister hospital to Johns Hopkins here in the US, with many doctors having trained in the US that work there. We would have no issues living there and using medical care when needed.

    • @easternyellowjacket276
      @easternyellowjacket276 Місяць тому

      For the average American, the US healthcare system is terrible. And now that we are most likely going to have an anti-vax lunatic in charge of the FDA, an individual that contracted a brain worm by eating his own contaminated meat, in charge. Forget it. It's over.

  • @disco_depression
    @disco_depression Місяць тому +90

    Everyone laughed when I said I'd leave the US if Trump won and here I am, a lesbian woman engineer now moving to Switzerland with my VISA. Have fun with YOUR fascist president guys!

    • @lsingstock1646
      @lsingstock1646 Місяць тому +2

      That wasn't nice. Maybe you won't ever be able to come back. Have fun with your chosen government, which could change like ours.

    • @Jen-fr4sd
      @Jen-fr4sd Місяць тому +8

      Good for you!! I have a friend who lives there. He loves it and has been there for years.
      I envy you! Have a wonderful life.🙋‍♀️🌠

    • @jamesbosworth4191
      @jamesbosworth4191 Місяць тому +4

      Lucky you. I wish we could move, but we are retired and they don't want older people.

    • @timsears951
      @timsears951 Місяць тому +5

      good for you!! enjoy!! down with Dump

    • @lglubbock7593
      @lglubbock7593 Місяць тому

      good riddance

  • @kylesandstrom853
    @kylesandstrom853 Місяць тому +9

    I'm surprised Mexico isn't mentioned, there are many different levels of visas (with less monetary requirements than many on the list above) but you can easily come for 6 months and obviously one of the easiest countries to relocate to due to the proximity to the US.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому

      "To apply for a Mexico retirement visa, you must provide proof of monthly income between USD 4,300- USD 4,500 over the past six months or USD 180,000 in savings over the past year. Submit this along with a cover letter, pension/investment statements, and other documents to the Mexican embassy."
      Mexico increased their income requirements outrageously recently, cutting off many potential immigrants.
      You're right, you can visit for 6 months without a visa, as with Canada. One could travel back and forth every six months without a visa. But one would have to have to be able to work remotely or be retired living on passive income around $65K or more.

  • @ourv9603
    @ourv9603 Місяць тому +76

    After yesterdays vote Im sure there are LOTs of people looking to move out of the USA.
    !

    • @MatthewHill
      @MatthewHill Місяць тому +1

      Whichsoever way it went, that was going to be true.

    • @vgshwk
      @vgshwk Місяць тому +3

      Not sure I will move full time but I did make sure to book my flights so I am out of the country for the January 20 sheet show.

    • @TenACgal
      @TenACgal Місяць тому +2

      I’ve learned a lot about Canada, the Bahamas and Bermuda in the last two days. Just saying.

    • @TenACgal
      @TenACgal Місяць тому +2

      Off-topic: a couple of the sites I read, said that Bermuda was the most expensive place in the world to live. Who knew? Very high tariffs because they only grow carrots and anything with sugar gets hit hard. High tarrifs. Hmm… Now where have I heard that recently?

    • @vgshwk
      @vgshwk Місяць тому +1

      @ canada too cold. The Bahamas and Bermuda are islands and you are at the mercy of hurricanes.

  • @jefflloyd394
    @jefflloyd394 Місяць тому +5

    Are Georgia and Albania both safe? Surprised not to see Slovenia, Thailand or Malta? But a nice list, thank you. Malta and Belize both English speaking also. Now not outside the US, but definitely an escape and easiest would be Puerto Rico?.

    • @aufnung76
      @aufnung76 Місяць тому +2

      Albania is very safe

  • @joannesheaffer9522
    @joannesheaffer9522 Місяць тому +10

    Info about how safe these places are would be helpful.

    • @marcromain64
      @marcromain64 Місяць тому +6

      In all honesty, without wanting to bash the US and purely based on numbers: practically _all_ developed countries are statistically safer than the US. But in every case it depends on the specific region or sometimes even on the area in which you settle, because in every country there are safe and less safe areas.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому

      State Department Travel Advisory is a good place to looK: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/

    • @thisorthat7626
      @thisorthat7626 Місяць тому

      @@joannesheaffer9522 Then why did you ask about the safety of a country if you disregard a valid answer?

  • @Barneyrubble241
    @Barneyrubble241 Місяць тому +7

    What about the Phillipines? I've heard many people talk about how great it is there for ex pats. Lots of Americans there.

    • @kentalanlee
      @kentalanlee Місяць тому +1

      It's easy to move there, but you can't own property there. Big downside.

    • @SirGregoryPageTurner
      @SirGregoryPageTurner Місяць тому +1

      You'll find plenty of help-videos on UA-cam. Just put "retiring in the Philippines" or "moving to the Philippines" into UA-cam's search box. The weather can be debilitating and stay away from typhoon-prone areas.

    • @Barneyrubble241
      @Barneyrubble241 Місяць тому +1

      @@SirGregoryPageTurner I live in Florida, so I'm used to weather. LOL Thanks for the suggestions. I will certainly use them and check out areas less prone to storms.

  • @Lea-rb9nc
    @Lea-rb9nc Місяць тому +6

    While I did vote, I had happily moved to the Mediterranean in 2007. Most likely, there have been changes in the process but it was very straight forward and didn't take long. If you really want it, you can make it happen. Bonne chance et au revoir

  • @Billinois78
    @Billinois78 Місяць тому +15

    I wish I could convince my elderly parents to move with me. I'm sort of stuck with them. My grandfather was a WWII veteran, so there's a certain level of pride along with age that almost certainly prevents them from even budging, no matter what.

  • @davidsutton7914
    @davidsutton7914 Місяць тому +38

    I'm surprised, regarding Costa Rica, that you did not mention the problem of legal squatting. There are lots of scary stories about this happening there. When you buy a house, you must have a Costa Rican co-sign for it. They are the legal owner. This is a measure that Costa Rican has taken to prevent their country from being bought up by richer foreigners. Also, when you are not in your house, and you will probably want to not be there during the majority of the year when it rains a lot every day, Costa Ricans can legally squat in your house, and they may pretend to be caring for your house in your absense, but good luck getting your house back. Buyer beware.

    • @startabroad4592
      @startabroad4592  Місяць тому +27

      Hi David, you actually don't need to have a Costa Rican co-sign to own a house. You are the legal owner of property here. (Personally, I bought a house last year and recently went through the process myself). But squatters rights are important to be aware of. You need to check on your property regularly in Costa Rica once you're an owner - people have had problems when they haven't visited or checked on their properties for over a year.

    • @dietotaku
      @dietotaku Місяць тому +14

      why would i want to miss out on all that glorious rain? i LOVE rain!

    • @Find-Your-Bliss-
      @Find-Your-Bliss- Місяць тому +12

      We have had 3 properties. Two of them fincas (farms).
      We had a 24/7 caretaker.
      You have to have help with a farm!
      I highly recommend renting at least a year before buying.
      Make sure.
      Then go dance the ¡Cumbia!

    • @prutishauser831
      @prutishauser831 Місяць тому

      @@startabroad4592dont we have squatter problems here too???
      It's a beautiful country being there many times never had an issue with anyone they are very friendly and polite, my husband and I have being planning for a while to move there,I was there in September it's true when it rains it rains but usually it's in the afternoon and evening end of October is summer season until maybe June after that is rain season, we are going back on January to buy a house and retire.

    • @Justtruth451
      @Justtruth451 Місяць тому +3

      Good to know.

  • @noself1028
    @noself1028 Місяць тому +2

    Really informative…thanks for sharing!

  • @lmcatech
    @lmcatech Місяць тому +10

    How about medical care? Necessary for us older people.

    • @TysonJensen
      @TysonJensen Місяць тому +4

      The USA has basically the worst health care on Earth. Unless you are moving to some country in Africa no one has heard of, the care will be better. The caveat being many places do require you to pay some cash for care, so if you're on US Medicare as a person who will never be able to pay Medicare back (which is a lot of people in the US) then you are better off in the US until Trump cancels Medicare in mid 2025. [Europe has free / almost free care for everyone, so Spain / Portugal are always better]

    • @melindahall5062
      @melindahall5062 Місяць тому +1

      In many countries their “Universal Healthcare” isn’t available for ex pats. Check it out carefully.

    • @12thDecember
      @12thDecember Місяць тому +3

      @@TysonJensen I spoke with a politically astute friend about the Medicare and Social Security issue. He said to cut or eliminate either of these would be political suicide. Many MAGAts rely on both to get by. You never know, though. As long as those they hate will suffer, they may not mind suffering, too.

  • @jfroines
    @jfroines Місяць тому +4

    I'd be interested to learn more about these countries' various requirements for proving income. You mention pensions and things like that, but in this day and age, I don't know anyone who has a pension in retirement, it's much more common to have investments, maybe in a 401k/IRA or maybe just a brokerage account, and take money from it as necessary. Maybe this is too specific/niche of a question, but I'm curious as to the actual details of the process of "proving income" to these various countries.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому

      You can google it. Typically the embassy/consulate, but you will find other sources as well, websites that provide assistance is doing the following: Find out what visas are available. See if one (or more) is appropriate for you. Review the requirements, including income, and look over the process for applying. Proving income is usally a matter of copies of statements that verify your income over the past X months from given sources. What I don't know is how you sufficiently prove your income if you plan to retire just before you go, and you won't have SS or 401K statements of income to show. Some kind of offical doc from SS that certifies your payout? Same for say a 401K annuity? But what if your income is not fixed??? Don't know. Still need to nail that down. I'm going to use immigration and financial/tax advisors, so I expect to get answers pretty easily. Good luck.

  • @friedfish69
    @friedfish69 Місяць тому +18

    You're recommending Georgia, while it is at considerable risk of political unrest. Georgia is occasionally subject to invasion from Russia. So I have to wonder whether you know anything beyond visa requirements. Seems like maybe we retirees and remote workers should turn to someone other than you for relocation advice.

    • @lynngordon2795
      @lynngordon2795 Місяць тому +4

      Absolutely refer to immigration experts. I was born and raised in Canada and my husband was born and raised in New Zealand and we cannot immigrate to our Commonwealth brother Australia. Immigration rules have tightened up severely in the last 20 years.

  • @pauljordan8033
    @pauljordan8033 Місяць тому +10

    Hola, amigos!! practicing my spanish. 😆

  • @vontrap6942
    @vontrap6942 Місяць тому +18

    This happened the last time around and 99.9% of people who wanted to leave didn't. It is not financially viable for most people to just up and leave.

    • @v.j447
      @v.j447 Місяць тому +5

      @vontrap6942 For some people it may end up being necessary this time.

    • @reeset9676
      @reeset9676 Місяць тому +16

      For the first time in my life, I am now understanding something about WWII: To sell what little you own, travel to a strange land, without knowing anyone, not knowing the language, ...it is just absolutely terrifying. I don't know where to go, and really don't have much money. I'm watching a lot of UA-cam videos on this all of a sudden.

    • @pnw-coast
      @pnw-coast Місяць тому +12

      In 2016, people thought that maybe he would do an okay job and maga wasn't so crazy. At this point, people know him and things are crazier than before.

    • @12thDecember
      @12thDecember Місяць тому +9

      For me, it's finances. I've been wanting to go to Canada for 20 years and could never meet their requirements. For others, It's not just a matter of being financially viable. People don't want to leave their families and friends.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому

      @@reeset9676 Check out Traveling with Kristin. She just posted on how to move if Trump wins. 10 steps. She has many others on many topics, where to go to live cheaply, where you can go to immigrate most easily, etc. You could also consider living in Mexico for up to six months without a visa, then go to Canada for six months without, and so forth. But, in order to do that, you have to an income that is portable, such as being a remote worker or being self-employed with an online gig, such as a UA-cam channel.
      Best of luck to you. Keep digging. Between google and UA-cam, you can learn a lot.

  • @FoundingYouTuber-2005
    @FoundingYouTuber-2005 Місяць тому +1

    Excellent presentation. Liked, subscribed, and rang that bell.

  • @timtruett5184
    @timtruett5184 Місяць тому +11

    Before actually moving to his countries, or even visiting the crazy suggestions such as Georgia or albania, take a look at the entry for the country and the CIA world Factbook.

    • @franjones5312
      @franjones5312 Місяць тому +3

      Excellent suggestion!

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому +3

      Also State Department Travel Advisory.

  • @RichardLu-jw6pr
    @RichardLu-jw6pr Місяць тому +4

    Just go to Asian countries to stay for the next 4 years or for good. Malaysia is one of them.

  • @lori2516
    @lori2516 Місяць тому +20

    What do retired people on Social Security do about health insurance in these scenarios?

    • @christinef7739
      @christinef7739 Місяць тому +5

      Very good question.

    • @kassistwisted
      @kassistwisted Місяць тому +21

      In many cases, you can access healthcare in your local area regardless of whether you are a citizen or not. You see, in civilized countries, we don't punish people for being sick. We care for them instead.

    • @taterkaze9428
      @taterkaze9428 Місяць тому +7

      You buy private insurance. Countries with good healthcare have 2-level systems. Universal care provided by the govt + best care through private insurance. Spain has one of the best national HC systems in the world. Look at life expectancy. Compared to Spain, America is pathetically low. Moving to Spain or Portugal is no-brainer if you have sufficient income. You will also find better HC in Columbia or Ecuador. Romance languages are the easiest to learn.

    • @lori2516
      @lori2516 Місяць тому +4

      @@kassistwisted Thank you. Not used to that attitude but it would be nice! Healthcare here in the US has become a disaster and often the stress from the system adds to the ill health.

    • @lori2516
      @lori2516 Місяць тому +1

      @@taterkaze9428 Thank you. Spain and/or Portugal sound very inviting. Here we are so used to needing healthcare as a burden. The stress of simply having access to coverage has been unhealthy, and then accessing it when needed is another debacle.

  • @CAP198462
    @CAP198462 Місяць тому +6

    I was thinking of Australia (hopefully it’s far enough away) , Germany, or Sweden. I heard they have or had some special fast lane programmes for people who meet certain requirements like ancestry or language speaking ability.
    Edit: I have great grandparents who were born Swedes.

    • @stephenwalters8061
      @stephenwalters8061 Місяць тому +4

      Australia has very restrictive immigration rules.

    • @CAP198462
      @CAP198462 Місяць тому

      @ they do? Oh well, they were only on the list because it’s very far away from whatever the US is going to become.

    • @ktjamlex
      @ktjamlex Місяць тому +1

      @@stephenwalters8061 We need certain professions so it's easy if you are medical or trades

    • @frithbarbat
      @frithbarbat Місяць тому +3

      And it's expensive.

    • @efisgpr
      @efisgpr Місяць тому

      My grandma was born here but her parents are from Germany. Germany says I need a grandparent from there, though. 😢
      If anyone has more insight, PLEASE respond. Ich spreche auch Deutsch.

  • @OutThere505
    @OutThere505 Місяць тому +10

    So i can go to Costa Rica for 180 days with no income requirements, then go to Panama for 180 days... then can i go back to Costa Rica for another 180 days? Any other countries in Central America offer that 180 day deal?

    • @prutishauser831
      @prutishauser831 Місяць тому +6

      You just cross the border back and forth 😊

    • @richardboutin8522
      @richardboutin8522 Місяць тому +11

      Did that for 15 years😂

    • @Torchriver67
      @Torchriver67 Місяць тому

      Dude , you’re acting like the “Actual UGLY American” that other countries despises about us!

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому +1

      You can also throw in up to 180 days in Canada. Say, for summer. Visa free.

    • @OutThere505
      @OutThere505 Місяць тому +1

      @izzytoons good to know, thanks!

  • @willieverusethis
    @willieverusethis Місяць тому +11

    Good timing.

  • @happykt
    @happykt Місяць тому +271

    Kamala Harris was a GREAT candidate and superior in every way to Trump. I'm going to have such a great feeling of schadenfreude when Trump and the GOPs Project 2025 policies negatively impacts all the people who voted for him.

    • @gplus1000
      @gplus1000 Місяць тому +35

      I didn't vote for Trump the Traitor, but I don't see any joy coming from the negative impacts of Project 2025. What impacts the idiot Trumpflakes, will also impact me. Bad example, happykt.

    • @TiminBaguio
      @TiminBaguio Місяць тому

      Hahahah! You guys drank the koolaid! Trump has said MANY times he disavows project 2025! But you live in a lying echo chamber 🤷‍♂️. I bet you still think he is a Russian agent and the Clinton paid for Steele dossier is real! 🤣 Or the Hunter laptop is bogus…. Or Trump called for assassinaton of a warmonger. This is a VERY short list of continuous lies from your echo chamber. And a small percentage of jerks that were violent (most were just invited in) at the infamous Jan6. Yes, let’s overthrow the government. We won’t have guns on us but we will defeat EVERYONE who stands in our way to take control of the government. An insurrection! 😂😂😂😂 absolutely hilarious! American has OVERWHELMINGLY told you idiots to stop this madness.

    • @FelixJacomino
      @FelixJacomino Місяць тому +34

      Ed Koch said, "The People Have Spoken … and They Must Be Punished" ;)

    • @Hexon66
      @Hexon66 Місяць тому

      @@gplus1000 It's just the desperate hope that *some* might learn from their mistake when they see the consequences. But then again, I'm not sure how you change the mind of a voter who chose a person who simulated fellating a microphone as leader of the free world.

    • @djn4035
      @djn4035 Місяць тому

      Hypocrite hillbilly gullible sucker magats

  • @bernardsimsic9334
    @bernardsimsic9334 Місяць тому +33

    if I had the loot I'd be gone now!

  • @FinalGirlHorror
    @FinalGirlHorror Місяць тому +6

    What if you are young or not retired and looking to leave the U.S. for good? I want to move give up my U.S. citizenship and become a citizen of the country I move to.

    • @franjones5312
      @franjones5312 Місяць тому +2

      Do it! I'm trying to convince my 18-year-old nephew to get the heck out of the U.S. I'm old now, and one of my biggest regrets is not getting out when I was young.

  • @melissamorton1282
    @melissamorton1282 Місяць тому +2

    I'm so ready to go!

  • @gerardtyson2274
    @gerardtyson2274 Місяць тому +6

    Probably won’t be as easy if you don’t speak the language fluently. Or even a good level of fluency might not be enough to fully understand legal documents, etc. written at a formal and professional level when you have to pay bills, get health care, residence, etc. when you move there.

  • @MauiBoyTrav
    @MauiBoyTrav Місяць тому +15

    I heard the grass greener in Canada.

    • @phatmonkey11
      @phatmonkey11 Місяць тому +3

      The grass is currently brown in Canada. It's COLD MauiBoy!!

    • @baronvontollbooth484
      @baronvontollbooth484 Місяць тому +7

      And the snow is whiter. 🥶

    • @DaRk_UbIqUiTy
      @DaRk_UbIqUiTy Місяць тому +13

      Canada is very competitive and costly to get into. The process is very lengthy as well.

    • @sedonars1
      @sedonars1 Місяць тому +5

      But you can stay for 180 days no questions asked on a US passport (except "when will you be leaving"). That is about as long as one would want to stay there anyway due to their cold rainy snowy climate. then, you could go to Panama no questions asked during the winter. could be perfect!

    • @MauiBoyTrav
      @MauiBoyTrav Місяць тому

      @@phatmonkey11 love it, thanks!

  • @julienalexander6113
    @julienalexander6113 Місяць тому +3

    Spain, Costa Rica, and Australia are the three places I'm looking at. Possibly, Colombia.

  • @Bessintheworld2
    @Bessintheworld2 Місяць тому +52

    You seriously think Georgia is a good idea when bordered by Russia??!!

    • @eugsmiley
      @eugsmiley Місяць тому +5

      Right? I think southern hemisphere would a be better option.

    • @juditmihalovits4641
      @juditmihalovits4641 Місяць тому +2

      @Bessintheworld2.
      Right ? 👍

    • @jamesharmon4994
      @jamesharmon4994 Місяць тому +5

      It is my understanding that she is ranking them according to their popularity with those leaving the USA, rather than her opinion about each country.

    • @KimThomas-l1l
      @KimThomas-l1l Місяць тому +1

      No

    • @roomfulofblues3173
      @roomfulofblues3173 Місяць тому +1

      So true😂

  • @stevebaker9040
    @stevebaker9040 Місяць тому +5

    Costa Rica is wonderful. My neighbor has property there so I'm to look into this.

    • @aurapopescu1875
      @aurapopescu1875 Місяць тому +1

      But how safe is it?

    • @marys.3649
      @marys.3649 Місяць тому

      After awhile, you'll realize it's not so wonderful... seriously

    • @marys.3649
      @marys.3649 Місяць тому

      ​@@aurapopescu1875very unsafe, tons of theft & crime

    • @aurapopescu1875
      @aurapopescu1875 Місяць тому +3

      @@marys.3649 Can you elaborate?

    • @mikam8801
      @mikam8801 Місяць тому

      @@aurapopescu1875I’ve made several trips alone for dental and touristy things. No issues.

  • @rincosplayerX
    @rincosplayerX Місяць тому +1

    Ok, this is all fine and dandy if you have a job you can do on a computer or if you're retired, but what if you're a hard working American with a job like driving a bus that can't be done remotely? Is there any options at all for people like me, or am I screwed?

  • @Taricus
    @Taricus Місяць тому +27

    This is such an important video.... I'm ready to flee to Italy LOL!

    • @bipl8989
      @bipl8989 Місяць тому

      You sure about that? Meloni just loves Hitler.

    • @ladyraven3418
      @ladyraven3418 Місяць тому +1

      Easier to do if you have a dual citizenship.

  • @tonygriffin6144
    @tonygriffin6144 Місяць тому +2

    I'm jealous from these responses. I'd love to move away but I'm 64 now. I live on less than 1k a month. Are there any countries where i could live for similar?

  • @roywhitman7109
    @roywhitman7109 Місяць тому +8

    For those folks without passports, better get one quick!!

    • @franjones5312
      @franjones5312 Місяць тому +1

      Seriously! Wouldn't surprise me at all if the Orange Menace stops the government from issuing passports.

  • @mikegroleau731
    @mikegroleau731 Місяць тому +2

    What about language? How essential is it you speak the language of these countries?

    • @pcp2580
      @pcp2580 Місяць тому

      Wow what a Question. It’s very essential to learn and speak the local languages out of respect and more. Stay where you are if you can’t or don’t want to evolve and learn new things.

  • @frithbarbat
    @frithbarbat Місяць тому +4

    Surprised Montenegro didn't make the list.

  • @funktionwebweb6735
    @funktionwebweb6735 Місяць тому +1

    To be clear, these income numbers, are they per person, or per "household" (or "family") ?

  • @mocalj
    @mocalj Місяць тому +9

    What about the Portugal requirement to have a lease on a habitation?

  • @janfrost2547
    @janfrost2547 Місяць тому +1

    What do you know about moving to S. Africa?

  • @MisterItchy
    @MisterItchy Місяць тому +3

    Bucket list is a retirement in Greece. A bit more income is needed for the residency visa, I think. I've got a retirement and coming up on Social Security and maybe a second retirement so that should cover it.

    • @travelwell8098
      @travelwell8098 Місяць тому

      Greece is beautiful...but beware... generally speaking, Greeks don't like Americans

    • @marka0014
      @marka0014 Місяць тому

      @misteritchy. I'm a Naturalized US Citizen born in Athens. Adopted from an orphanage at 3 months old in 1956. Never been back since. What would be my chances of living there on $2200 a month SS Retirement Benefits? I would have to sell my house here though

    • @danettecook2709
      @danettecook2709 Місяць тому

      Isn’t taking our SS benefits away part of Project 2025? How will we swing this then?

  • @stevemlejnek7073
    @stevemlejnek7073 Місяць тому +1

    Could an American go back and forth every 180 days between Costa Rica and Panama, staying within the tourist visa limitation?

  • @kingcormack8004
    @kingcormack8004 Місяць тому +27

    I have my Mexican Permanent Residency. I planned ahead.

    • @crystalebarb3587
      @crystalebarb3587 Місяць тому +3

      What part of Mexico? We've checked out Campeche

    • @kentalanlee
      @kentalanlee Місяць тому +5

      Not gonna lie, this is a great choice for most Americans.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому

      The minimum monthly income requirement recently jumped to $4,200-$4,500 per month, which is not possible for many people, especially not many retirees on fixed incomes.
      Also, one really has to do the homework on safe places.
      Last, you pretty much have to fly in and out, since the north is mostly run by cartels and there are corrupt cops who pull you over to extort money from you.
      Then there are many places where the climate is simply intolerable a few months each year.
      I know people who do it and love it, but they navigate these issues.
      Last, I will say, the healthcare is excellent and affordable, even for retirees who require more services. The supplemental private insurance is usually not that expensive, either.
      Also, both Canada and Mexico allow you to visit for six months visa free. You can go to Canada for the summer and Mexico for the winter, but you must have portable income. A digital nomad or someone who lives on passive income from Social Security, a pension, and/ot a 401K.
      Best withes to you! I am either headed to Spain or experimenting with the Canada/Mexico visa-free approach. Retiring with my wife.

    • @meatgravylard
      @meatgravylard Місяць тому

      I've been here for years, in Yucatan.
      This video is nothing more than a suggestion for people to vacation because they're butt hurt about the election. If you really want to live elsewhere, spend your life in a new country where you will live and die, not be transient then Mexico is better than this videos list for most by far. The key to long term happiness and doing it right is home ownership...

  • @le_th_
    @le_th_ Місяць тому +1

    Japan sounds easier and cheaper, for a digintal nomad. You can also stay for 180 days in a rolling year, you don't need a visa for that, and you can buy property as a non-citizen FAR cheaper than what you quoted as the minimum for of Costa Rica, and you can be just outside Tokyo about 45-60 minutes, too.
    Japan is incredibly safe, first world country infrastructure, extraordinary trains/trainsport system, first rater disaster preparedness, and more beaches and mountains than you can imagine, plus natural hot springs!

  • @richardshansky3040
    @richardshansky3040 Місяць тому +3

    I am considering Canada. Not far, english-speaking…why isn’t Canada on the list?

    • @melindahall5062
      @melindahall5062 Місяць тому +3

      They don’t want us sweetie.

    • @smarties6342
      @smarties6342 Місяць тому

      ​@melindahall5062 yup

    • @wesblood3620
      @wesblood3620 Місяць тому

      Not they Canada doesn't want u, it's having problems too. Canada needs trade with USA which Trump really doesn't care about

    • @lynngordon2795
      @lynngordon2795 Місяць тому +3

      As a born and raised Canadian I recognize our immigration laws have become very strict in line with all commonwealth countries. There’s two easy ways to get in and that’s having a spouse who is a Canadian citizen or opening a business that will hire Canadian citizens. It is also very expensive to live in Canada. Although we do have free Medicare, prescription costs that are strictly regulated by the government, no abortion ban, legalized marijuana and beautiful scenery.

    • @franjones5312
      @franjones5312 Місяць тому

      @@richardshansky3040 Canada is picky about accepting immigrants. The last thing they want is a bunch of refugee Americans ruining their country.

  • @jackbaldwin3649
    @jackbaldwin3649 Місяць тому +1

    How much monthly income is required by Portugal for a couple? Thank you!

  • @vegasnative6394
    @vegasnative6394 Місяць тому +4

    I wish that I had the money to move especially now!!

  • @easternyellowjacket276
    @easternyellowjacket276 Місяць тому +1

    My wife and I would like to get as far away from the US as possible. NZ. But it is extremely difficult to move there.

  • @dramallamamama
    @dramallamamama Місяць тому +147

    I’ve been crying off and on every day since Wednesday. I’m so disgusted by the majority of our country that voted for him. It’s hard to believe that many people are so ignorant, brainwashed, misogynistic or racist.

    • @alhunt3587
      @alhunt3587 Місяць тому +10

      The "Deplorables" you call garbage will be happy to see you go!

    • @enigma4649
      @enigma4649 Місяць тому

      I'm a former democrat. Now Independent. Don't believe the b.s. on reasons she lost. Misogyny is not the reason she lost. She could have had a penis and she still would have lost. Basically she didn't offer the working class anything. We're done giving away our vote for nothing. I'm not a Trump supporter but I'm glad she lost.

    • @andrewwood6285
      @andrewwood6285 Місяць тому +8

      There will be celebrity flights you can hook a ride on one of those. Be sure and renounce your citizenship and the government may just pay for your expenses.

    • @elcidlord
      @elcidlord Місяць тому

      They sent a kiss. Inhale deeply. ​@@alhunt3587

    • @elcidlord
      @elcidlord Місяць тому

      ​@@andrewwood6285Enjoy fascism.

  • @bryinthe619
    @bryinthe619 Місяць тому +1

    Are there any countries in southeast Asia that you recommended? I read there are over 2,000,000 expats living very comfortably on a low income in Thailand, and Vietnam seems to be another great option for the same reason.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому +1

      Those are common Expat destination. Malaysia and the Philippines as well. But they all have issues. SE Asia is typically hot and humid. Drivers can be absolutely maniacal. Air pollution is a big problem in some places. They are far away, so travel to and from the states is long and expensive. But LOADS of people love it. Just do your homework on pros and cons. Get many points of view. I suggest digging up people who went and left . Find out why. Find out if those things matter to you, or if you can avoid or minimize them based on picking a particular area.
      But you're right. Lots and lots of expats. which gives great opportunity for access to community and avoiding loneliness. And lots of opportunity for inexpensive living.
      Good luck!

    • @bryinthe619
      @bryinthe619 Місяць тому

      @izzytoons Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @MariuszPelcPL
    @MariuszPelcPL Місяць тому +4

    I would definitely include Poland - very pro-American country where one can find beautiful and affordable places to settle.

    • @danettecook2709
      @danettecook2709 Місяць тому

      Isn’t Poland on Putin’s radar after Ukraine?

    • @marcromain64
      @marcromain64 Місяць тому +2

      @@danettecook2709 It's not. Even in Russia there is not enough cheap booze that Putin and his henchmen would have to consume to seriously consider this. Poland is an EU and NATO member and has rearmed so massively in recent years that it may not even necessarily need these memberships and the support that goes with them. But as the eastern bastion of the EU it would get any, really any support that is currently being withheld from Ukraine for diplomatic reasons. Putin knows this and is therefore focusing on the former Soviet republics.

  • @connielentz1114
    @connielentz1114 Місяць тому +1

    My husband and I lived in Costa Rica for 6 years. It was wonderful, but be prepared for a lot of bureaucracy and delays. Also be very wary of buying property, especially vacant land. Much of the country did not have formal land registration until ~fifty years ago and there is a lot of confusion and very strong squatters rights in rural areas. In general renting is far easier and cheaper than buying. Check out the Association of Residents of Costa Rica for help. We came back to the US primarily for family health reasons.

  • @Vikinggirl1679
    @Vikinggirl1679 Місяць тому +11

    I was born and live in the U.S. state of Minnesota and am 57 years old. I recently discovered through DNA test that I am half Finnish. my dad told me his parents were all Swedish and spoke Swedish but were born and raised in Kronoby Finland. the family goes back hundreds of years in that area and I still have cousins there I guess. I am trying to see if I can get a resident permit through my grandparents. I would leave this country in a heart beat now. so embarrassing having a rapist with 34 felonies as a leader. unbelievable. and being a childless woman, aka useless to the repuglicans, I have no reason to stay

  • @uhclem50
    @uhclem50 Місяць тому +1

    It would be great to move to another country and work your existing job remotely. I think that it's the company you work for who decide whether you get to or not. Who says the new government will allow that anyway?

  • @jokich6379
    @jokich6379 Місяць тому +3

    Need to feel safe- that the culture is safe and responsible. Affordable.

    • @badminton5920
      @badminton5920 16 днів тому

      The Global Peace Index publishes a list of the safest countries. The U.S. ranks #132.

    • @jokich6379
      @jokich6379 16 днів тому

      @badminton5920 Thanks. There is also a list of best democracie- US was sliding downward a few years ago.

  • @scottmalan1223
    @scottmalan1223 Місяць тому +1

    What about health care? More info please.

  • @byron2521
    @byron2521 Місяць тому +4

    Unfortunately, I'm on disability. My understanding is you lose it if you leave the country. However, I think you still get S.S. benefits. So, I have to wait a few years for it to change over. But, been thinking about leaving long before the election, and even before I was disabled. have investments too. But they do not yet draw enough dividends to live without my disability.

    • @efisgpr
      @efisgpr Місяць тому

      SCHD (Schwab index fund) pays a lot in dividends and keeps increasing it...
      I'm looking at getting that plus the ~4% draw down from it and it's a game changer.
      There are a few great ones but I keep moving $ into SCHD because it's better.
      You could plan on 7% of the balance contributing to your retirement instead of just 3-4%. It really makes the total account balance needed much smaller.

    • @jimmymcclure4549
      @jimmymcclure4549 Місяць тому

      I think the new form of government we are about to be under will do away with social security in short order. Probably medicare too.

    • @laurahardgrove955
      @laurahardgrove955 Місяць тому

      Look into the medical care situation for non citizens. It may be different from the citizens price but it may still be cheaper than the USA medical costs.
      It's important because Medicare and Medicaid don't pay if you aren't in the country.

  • @Very_Concerned-Citizen
    @Very_Concerned-Citizen Місяць тому +1

    What is required to demonstrate income to qualify for the NLV?

  • @Catfluff521
    @Catfluff521 Місяць тому +4

    I’m sure this video is very popular since 11/5.

  • @kathrynsamuelson1983
    @kathrynsamuelson1983 Місяць тому +2

    What about health care? Medicare doesn't pay for health care outside of the US.

    • @marcromain64
      @marcromain64 Місяць тому

      Yes, that should have been addressed. Virtually all of the countries mentioned have universal healthcare, but the rules governing eligibility for related benefits vary considerably, mainly depending on the capacity in which you are staying in the respective country. Different rules apply to expats than to students or guest workers, and different rules apply to them than to people seeking naturalization.

    • @kathrynsamuelson1983
      @kathrynsamuelson1983 Місяць тому

      @@marcromain64 Thanks for responding

  • @gregturner_awod
    @gregturner_awod Місяць тому +6

    I’m Australian and live in my home country but have spent past years living in Europe and elsewhere. I have friends in the US but won’t be visiting again any time soon given the politics there. Australia is great to visit, and a good place to live if you plan to work and have something to offer from the work you do. We speak English here which helps.

    • @gregturner_awod
      @gregturner_awod Місяць тому +2

      @ You clearly know nothing about Australia.

    • @gregturner_awod
      @gregturner_awod Місяць тому +1

      @ And I live in inland NSW beside the Murray River, green and pleasant, in a beautiful regional city. The US is full of deserts and bigots. Get lost!

    • @gregturner_awod
      @gregturner_awod Місяць тому +2

      @@hardcorehistory9165 Yes, it was. It also produces many other items, including fine wines, iron ore, lithium and many other products. A much nicer place to live than the USA.

  • @judeangione3732
    @judeangione3732 Місяць тому +1

    Do you happen to know if these countries also accept Canadian passports? I'm a retiree living in a rainforest in Canada and Portugal sounds pretty fabulous. I have dual citizenship but don't have a current US passport. Thanks.

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому

      Check the taxes before you go. They had a great program for 10% income taxes for 10 years for immigrants. They killed it at the end of 2023. Now it goes up to 47% pretty quickly ($70K?). Look into it. Otherwise, it's a sweet solution.

  • @robertharrie4513
    @robertharrie4513 Місяць тому +5

    What about moving with pets? We have 3 dogs we would want to take with us

    • @izzytoons
      @izzytoons Місяць тому +3

      It's complicated, actually. Not many options, and they aren't necessarily good ones for your pets. The QE2 has a service but with limited pet "berths". United allows it, and it's not too bad if you have a pet small enought (maybe around 12 pounds or so; has to be able to stand and turn around inside a small carrier you slide under the seat in front of you. Otherwise, they go with cargo. Certain times of year, the climate can be a problem. The best solution we found is Pet Express. Curb to curb service with excellent care. They even help with making sure you have all the proper paperwork from a certified vet who knows what to do. It is, however, pricey. From Salt Lake City to Madrid, it's $4K per dog. We have two. Our thinking is that we will only do it once to get them there, then use dog/apartment sitters to take care of them when we visit family in the states a couple of times a year.
      Best of luck to you.

  • @PianoUniverse
    @PianoUniverse Місяць тому

    My big question is about health care if you are retired on Medicare and supplement insurances like United Healthcare etc.