15 EASY Countries for Americans to Move To RIGHT NOW (some WILL surprise you)!

We recorded this video last week, well before the election, so this video was ready for anyone who needed it. We are apolitical so this topic isn't a commentary on who won the US election. Rather, it's a list of options for anyone who isn't happy with the outcome.

The 15 countries in this list (actually, there are 16 countries) are very easy to move to if you're an American citizen with a US passport.

They all have tourist visas and you can apply for residency once you're in the country.

We've been living abroad for over 7 years and there's nothing special about us. If you're retired with social security or pension income, or you work online, moving abroad is super easy. The hardest part is convincing yourself to do it.

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0:00 Intro
0:27 Selection Criterion
1:34 Belize
3:17 Brazil
4:54 El Salvador
6:16 Guatemala
7:10 Nicaragua
8:40 You’re Gonna Need This
9:50 Costa Rica
11:25 Panama
12:56 Uruguay
14:44 Latvia
16:10 Cyprus
17:57 Sri Lanka
19:26 Vietnam
21:12 The Philippines
23:06 Georgia
24:12 Albania
27:17 Ecuador

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[AmeliaAndJP]

NOTE #1: The Philippines has a 30 day tourist visa (not 90).
NOTE #2: It should be criteria (plural). It was a late night mistake.
NOTE #3: The income requirements are for the visa qualification only. They're not fees to live in the country.
NOTE #4: If the audio is in a foreign language, it's a new feature from YouTube and we're in the beta test group. It is probably defaulting based on where you're watching from. You can change the language by clicking the settings gear icon on the bottom right of the video player, then select Audio Track.

[deebee]

Y'all are sleeping on the Netherlands! It is a beautiful, Schengen zone country. There is a treaty between the Netherlands and the U.S. called the DAFT treaty (Dutch-American Friendship Treaty). Yes, you apply for this visa (which gives you residency) while in the country. You must deposit $5, 000 in a business bank account and submit a business plan. You can do almost any type of work, and don't need to show a profit, but you must keep at least $5, 000 in your business account at all times. You also must register with your local municipality and purchase affordable health care, but that's pretty much it. Outside of the major cities, rents and utilities are quite affordable, and the infrastructure and culture are first rate. You can walk or bicycle in the city centers without owning a car, and 95% of adult Dutch speak English.

[taritabonita]

As a native Californian ! I’m in it for the fight. Saving our freedom, democracy, and constitutional rights is what it’s all about.

[LawrenceMorello-mc]

Hello from Italy. As of now, I am declaring that I am no longer an EXPAT. From now on I will refer to myself as a (very lucky) EXILE.

[charlie]

Years ago I made plans to retire in Spain. Retirement has come, house is sold and visa application is nearly complete. Will be moving in January. I have to say the timing couldn’t be better. Good luck America. I think it may be a lesson that needs learned the hard way.

[trevordavies]

Here in Berlin, far too many Americans are upsetting the locals, driving up rents, ruining local restaurants and pubs. Something for young Americans. Because of American puritanical drinking laws, young Americans cannot cope with alcohol. Drunkenness amongst young Americans has become a big problem. In my district many pubs are refusing to serve them. And my dear Americans don´t forget, you are way too loud. You may consider this normal but we consider it asocial and disrespectful of others.

[BrandyBaker-gjvo]

Wednesday morning (Nov 6), my husband called the Mexican Embassy asking for a PR application. My disabled brother is (hopefully) coming with us and we have a good chance of bringing him with us as Mexico honours family ties....I'm glad that Amelia and JP made this video and not criticizing, but the irony of Americans seeking easiest countries to emigrate to along with the fact that so many Americans don't want immigrants in the

[GwenythRobicheaux]

I've started learning Finnish. I want to move with my husband and young adult kids to Finland mainly because of the way they treat others. They pay more taxes so that everyone can have free healthcare and the poor can have cheap or free housing (zero homeless), and nobody minds because they feel it's their duty to take care of each other. They are very accepting and inclusive of LGBTQ people. They respect women. I hope to find a way that my husband can work from there (he already works remotely from home 100%) and I hope to make supplemental income from art, music, and writing. I plan to try to be the best candidate for immigration that I can be, short of being a rich person who will bring many jobs. I wish we were already ready, because I can hardly wait to leave the land of hate.

[tolrem]

Just reading an article in the Guardian where an American in Britain is saying..It's like watching from the other side of the street when your house is on fire with your family inside.

[donnaklein]

I'm sorry, but Georgia is too closely controlled by Putin. I'd never risk that

[crimson]

"Parts of the country are dangerous and some infrastructure is lacking."
The United States is the same way. Our healthcare system is completely broken and our education system sucks.

[chrismichaels]

I moved to Da Nang, Vietnam over two weeks ago. It’s really affordable, beautiful and the people are really kind. Street food is incredibly cheap and healthy. I got about $1200 worth of vaccines here for less than $100. The Japanese encephalitis vaccine alone would’ve been $800 in America. Glad I waited! Don’t get me started on the coffee culture. Their drinks are sublime. Anyway.. just my two cents.

[jshepard]

Great timing! I just turned 50 and I'm considering having a midlife crisis. I could definitely head out right now.

[dallasmove]

y'all just don't know how much I needed to see this today. Thank you.

[mjs]

Cambodia. if over 55, just pay $300 a year for the visa and you are in. no income requirement or any other strings attached. great food, super affordable, im very happy here ( Siem Reap ). I live well on $800 a month.

[pawlieblog]

I’m moving to France. Already bought my little pied a terre for my second home / vacation home. Planning to move over the next couple of years if things work out. I’m NOT spending a fortune, NOT living in expensive Paris or a major city, NOT shipping tons of my belongings— and I already have a strong grasp of the language. I know the culture from growing up in Europe as a kid, I studied in the French university system as a student, and I am a lover of art, culture, history, design, architecture and food, wine, fashion, and fun in Europe. Costs are lower than in the U.S.: Internet is under 50 EUROS per month including smart cell phone and cellular service. Homeowners insurance is 250 EUROS PER YR; electricity and gas runs about 30-50 EU /mo, and day to day expenses are minimal — more to budget for travel throughout Europe and elsewhere. Trains are great, but I can also afford a car if I want one. Retirement, here I come!!

[rogermichaelwillis]

I moved back to the US (been gone for almost 20 years) so that my daughter could finish high school. Once she finishes, in two and a half years, I'm leaving again.

[dougb]

I retired last year and moved to my beach house in Baja Mexico. Originally the move was for two years of nonstop fishing and to decide where I want to eventually live. And to get the heck out of the USA during the election cycle. So glad I moved. Now I'll probably be here at least another four to five years. Easy peasy!

[marianop]

I am moving abroad soon. From my experiences here are a couple more things that you might consider. Don't move to a place where you stick out like a sore thumb. Move to a place where you can blend in or live in an expat community. You don't want to be constantly hounded as a foreigner. If you plan on putting down roots and learning the local language it is much easier if that country uses a similar alphabet to ours. It is extremely difficult if you are attempting to decipher a bunch of random lines and circles or backwards letters.

[kimberlyaustin]

Thank you for this. I desperately want to leave but have no money. I have been unemployed since 2020. Those of you that have the money to leave I don't blame you one bit and wish you luck!👍