4 Easiest Countries in Europe Americans Can Move to LONG TERM!

Do you want to move to Europe but just not sure how to get a visa to do so? If you’re feeling stuck and can’t seem to find a clear path check out this video to get my insight into the 4 easiest countries in Europe to move to as an American (based on VIABLE visa options - options that AREN’T investments, marriage, or getting transferred with your company).

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Hi! I’m Cepee, rhymes with peppy, a Texan who made the move to Spain in 2015…and I’m still here! This channel provides tangible tips and resources on how to move abroad. You’ll find information on the WHERE (to move abroad) and the HOW (to move abroad).

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[SheHitRefresh]

When are you planning on moving to Europe?

[CJ-Photo]

And don't forget - Portugal beats Spain in offering EU citizenship after only 5 years...

[zatoichi]

Poland is pretty easy to move to. I was able to get a residence permit fairly easily after I got here. Ended up being able to stay much longer due to cv-19. I'll be eligible soon (5 years) for the Pole's Card permanent residency because my great grandparents were from Poland. The language is difficult but it's a beautiful country with great people 🇵🇱

[JoBarsMoonbeam]

Such an informative and intelligent presentation. Very well spoken! Thank you 😊

[farmerthd]

Having moved to Europe myself, you gave some great choices. Other countries keep adding new options to entice expats, so the options just keep increasing

[beijoeabraco]

as a dual US and Brazilian citizen, the 2 year option for Spanish citizenship was eye-opening to hear!

[mohammedsharif]

Great video. You have a nice personality and I hope that you will make many more videos about living Spain and/or moving to Europe. I predict that your YouTube channel will be very successful. 🙏👏👏👏🍻

[shawnevans]

I’ve lived in Germany from June 2006 to November 2007 and I have been wanting to move to Europe since!!

[michellecabrera]

Thank you for a little detail about the Spanish descendants. Been trying to find information on that for months!

[captain]

Nice video 👏
Thank you for your detailed explanation, I've been living in Atx for 6 years, you don't want to come back here. I have a good job, but living conditions and prices are crazy. It's really bad and getting worse every day.
I'm looking for moving to Europe. The Netherlands makes sense.

[shaclo]

damn, such a long video and missed the easiest country 😂 Albania is in Europe and Americans have a 1 year visa free stay and they can apply for permanent residence very easy 😊

[anthonyvasquezactor]

Thanks so much for the information. Ever since I was a teenager, I have dreamed of living in Ireland. Unfortunately, to my utter sadness, I learned there is no direct route for me. Well, I wasn't going to let that stop me. Thankfully, I can still apply for a working holiday visa there, and I will next year. Then after living there, if I still want to pursue it more permanently, I will move to one of these countries and pursue EU citizenship. At first, I looked to the Netherlands, thanks to the DAFT visa. But then I began to have my doubts. It's an expensive country and VERY flat (I love to hike). The south of Limburg is very hilly and very Irish-like, but I'm still not sure. Besides, if I do become a Dutch citizen, I'll most likely have to give up my American citizenship. I've been looking at this D7 visa for Portugal and it seems like an excellent alternative. The more I think about it, the more I like it. Thank you so much again! You give American men like me hope!

[ShelterDogs]

Good to see The Netherlands listed. I was told Germany is the easiest for an American to move to because you can simply just show up and apply for a Visa once you get there. Sounds like you can do the same with The Netherlands based on what you said here.

When people say "expensive" - do they mean like buying a house, that kind of thing? Surely, you can find a room in someone's house or a roommate somewhere and live affordably? Especially since you no longer need a car like you do here in the US.

[remus]

Good for you! I am planning on moving next year from Dallas to Valencia

[vstef]

spain is known for flamenco, paella. and a very high unemployment rate.

[artbrutnewyork]

Very informative. I’m surprised you didn’t include France.

[trique]

As an American, I have lived in three European countries since 2019. I’ll say that I know the American mentality, and 95% of Americans would not last more than a year living in Europe based on several different reasons

[jeremyleonbarlow]

In regards to Portugal, the US & Portugal have a tax treaty and as to social security or government pensions regardless of the NHR they can only be taxed in the US even when a US citizen is a Portuguese resident.

[AEHudg]

I wanted to move abroad and start a college education but I only have a GED, is that a feasible thing for me?

[msbarb]

FYI I was granted a D7 visa. You must have a Portuguese bank account with 14 months of minimum wage, funds or about 20, 000 euros. Maybe a long time ago 9, 000 was the minimum but not anymore.