Countries that WELCOME U.S. American Expats (and how realistic it is to move there)

The United States is a disaster right now for so many reasons and a lot of you are probably giving serious consideration to leaving.

However, with so many options, deciding where to go can be a real challenge.

So in this video, we're going to take a look at 10 countries that welcome American expats and see what types of visas they have, the pros & cons of living there, and how realistic it is to move there.

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[robertstringfellow]

Morocco is another place to consider. My wife and I moved here 18 months ago and have not regretted our decision. You can get a one-year residency card before your 90-day visa expires. You next get a 10-year residency card. And as an added bonus, schools are starting to replace French with English as the second language.

[michaelviglianco]

Regardless of general perceptions it's not hard to be liked personally when you are a genuine person who shows respect to the locals

[malcolmnicoll]

As a seasoned world traveler I just want to say Thanks for these informative and inspiring videos. The staggering amount of untreated mental illness in the USA is both astounding and disturbing. Knowing that there’s alternative healthy options abroad keeps me sane.

[matbasterson]

I was stationed in South Korea for a year at Kunsan Air Base, I have the utmost respect for the Korean people. I always felt comfortable there, the language barrier could be difficult the farther away from the base you got but getting around was pretty easy, they have very good public transport and that was 30 years ago. Thanks for another great video!

[jbw]

I've always enjoyed your informative videos so very much. I moved to Ajijic 3 years ago and, you are right, the prices have gone way up. It is still affordable and the people are so very friendly here. Thank you for your work!

[patriciaflaherty]

I think the most expat friendly countries are the ones that will let you continuously renew a tourist visa. 🤷‍♀️

[pavelkohel]

Hello, friends! Thank you for your informative, and adventurous, and great videos! Greting from pre-winter Czechia!

[jesslaughs]

I’m 25 and watching. Young people want to leave the us too. It’s horrible.

[villakokomo]

@ 4:17, that church is in Granada Nicaragua. It's not on the island of Granada.

[exploringdimensionsall]

If you get a job - like teaching English with a certificate - BEFORE you go there, you can go almost anywhere you want. I've lived in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Belize, Chile, Ecuador and Morocco.

[kennethkilpatrick]

Argentina is the 8th largest country in the world, slightly smaller than India. But only has about 45 million people(compare that to India!). It has some of the world's most beautiful scenery. Right now if you send yourself a thousand dollars through Western Union you'll receive over $2400 worth of Pesos. Makes it extremely affordable for Americans as well as Europeans and Brits. Despite its financial crisis it's safe unless you frequent bad parts of the biggest cities. The people there are great and easy going. From what I saw it's more a first world nation with severe financial problems than a developing nation with bad infrastructure. If only people would give it a chance.

[wwktig]

another informative two are as consistent as things get on youtube. thanks again for sharing.

[junuc]

My choice is Spain for several reasons. While I grew up in the US I am of Spanish love the culture, I am fluent in Spanish and recently got my Spanish citizenship. Just waiting on my passport then I am off to my next aventure.

[voiceyourresilience]

Starting the expat journey this coming year! I have Italian citizenship, speak the language, and have family in the south. Italy also has good healthcare. Beauracracy yes, but so does the US. My local consulate has responded much more quickly than the US, so it all depends on who you get. There's also a 7% flat tax rate in some regions.

[garretthohn]

Korea is amazing. My original plan was to work there for six months to avoid a North American winter. I got a job teaching English at a university and stayed for 14 years. It boasts the best outdoor drinking culture and food scene in the world (yes, these are hills I'm willing to die on.) As if that weren't enough, the women are stunningly beautiful!

[midnightcat]

Who’s here after the 2024 US election?

[robinpettit]

Grenada is a good choice but Healthcare is the issue but they are part of a compact that let's you go to other countries to get specialized care. They are very friendly too and being far south they actually rarely get hit by Hurricanes.

[ibelieveinjesuschrist]

japan does not snow in all parts of its country. lived there. rainy season but wonderful!!

[mkoschara]

My friends that live in New Zealand love it. They were all born there too.

[Mrbynby]

I thought Jim looked cool with his cap and scarf in Greece. Nice video. Amelia always looks cool