Expat Guides: Move Abroad in 2026

Warm climate, low cost of living (~$1,000/mo) and world-class food. Thailand Retirement & LTR visas make it a top expat choice.

EU member with a Golden Visa and D7 Passive Income Visa. Lisbon and Porto offer mild weather, safety and a vibrant expat scene.

Sun, culture and EU access. Spain's Digital Nomad Visa and Non-Lucrative Visa attract thousands of expats every year.

Diverse landscapes, affordable living (~$1,200/mo) and easy visa access. Mexico City is a global digital nomad hub.

Ultra-low cost of living (~$700/mo), fast internet and vibrant cities. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City draw thousands of expats.

English-speaking, modern infrastructure and low taxes. The MM2H visa makes Malaysia one of Asia's best retirement destinations.

Unique culture, ultra-safe cities and excellent healthcare. The new Digital Nomad Visa (2024) opens Japan to remote workers.

0% income tax, luxury lifestyle and world-class connectivity. Dubai's Golden Visa and Green Visa attract top global talent.

Affordable living (~$1,200/mo), eternal spring in Medellín and a booming digital nomad scene. Digital Nomad Visa available.

Dollarised economy, Pensionado discounts, no tax on foreign income. One of the easiest PR programs in the world.

Pura Vida lifestyle, excellent biodiversity, affordable Pensionado visa with $1,000/month pension. CAJA public health included.

Golden Visa from €250k, Non-Dom flat €100k tax, FIP Visa for remote workers. Mediterranean lifestyle at affordable cost.

365-day visa-free stay, 1% flat tax for small businesses, same-day bank account, ultra-affordable cost of living.

Cheapest PR in Latin America (~$5,500 deposit), territorial tax system, low cost of living from $800/month.

Peaceful, ultra-affordable Southeast Asia gem. LTR Visa extendable, low cost of living from $600/month in Vientiane.

My Khmer Home visa, dollar economy, condos from $50k in Phnom Penh. Low cost of living from $700/month.