Americans Seeking Exit - Global Relocation

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“I'm going to try to keep it brief as possible context-wise, but I think the context is important. - I have US/UK dual citizenship, US born. - I have one degree from the US - "communication science and disorders." - I have another degree from the UK, where I have been living & doing university the last 3 years - "speech and language therapy." Both degrees are bachelor's. - I cannot use my UK degree to practice speech therapy in the US, need a master's degree. I”

“Hello all What are people's predictions/ guesstimations on this trendline going forward? Increase, level offer decrease? submitted by /u/Dazzling_Lobster3656 [link] [comments]”

“Basically the title. Just exploring (fantasizing) about making a life somewhere else… submitted by /u/not_today_seitan [link] [comments]”

“Hey all, I'm graduating college this year, and have always wanted to move north, considering out of the U.S. as it's politics are striving farther away from what I align with, the weather in Canada is what I love, I want a new experience (while also feeling familiar to home), culture shift you could say. As well as a myriad of other reasons. As I am in the position in my life where I have an opportunity to find a place to land, I wanted some insight on where a good place for me to look a”

“Hi all, looking for some honest perspectives! Any guidance/advice is welcome and appreciated! Little bit about me: 26F, BA and MSc from King's College London and University College London (Bartlett - Urban planning) Experiences include: Strategic foresight / research role Urban planner Real estate advisory Project lead Some international projects and a lot community engagement work fluent in English, Mandarin, and Thai My situation: My biggest concern is whether my background would actually”

“Hi everyone! I'm an American considering moving to Germany in the future, and I'd love to hear from other Americans who have made the move. I've heard very mixed opinions about living in Germany. Some people absolutely love the quality of life, work-life balance, and social benefits, while others struggle with the weather, bureaucracy, language barrier, and social culture. I'm curious about what the experience has actually been like for those who moved. A few questions: What orig”

“Has anyone here moved to Asia from the U.S, particularly China or Singapore for work? I'm aware there's no PA work there (correct me If i'm wrong) but my boyfriend and I are considering moving back to the motherland in the future - when kids are in the picture. What could be work alternatives? submitted by /u/Wide-Ad-7420 [link] [comments]”

“Any general advice is appreciated! I’ve done some research, and Scandinavian countries have consistently matched what I’m looking for. I’ve been recently learning some Swedish, but I definitely wouldn’t say I’m fluent yet. I don’t have any family members from any Scandinavian countries, I’m not rich, and I don’t have a degree in STEM/medical fields or a trade. Would pursuing a grad school to get a student visa be a viable option? It really seems like the best option I have, but I don’t know for”

“American almost 26 so I'm eligible for a Working Holiday Visa. I only have retail and office work experience. I have no savings right now but if I saved like 6,000 dollars and just up and moved could I do it or would I completely fail in like even getting a job to not be homeless? I'm not expecting to stay there past the 1 year visa. submitted by /u/SunshineGirl45 [link] [comments]”

“Hi all! Looking for insight on WHVs, as I'm considering doing one after I graduate from college in the spring, before starting a master's degree in the next year or two. On top of hoping to hear people's experiences, I'm also trying to figure out if the financial side of things would even be feasible before I get too attached to the idea haha, so figuring out which countries (if any) skew more affordable would be nice. Here are my considerations at the moment for the countries th”

“I recently posted on this sub asking which career path would be best for moving abroad as I’m about to be applying to colleges(in the usa), and now im back asking which is the better country to live in between France and Japan. After I graduate I plan on moving to a new country. Since I’ll be outside of the country as a freshly 21/22 year old I’ll need a support system and since my parents were in the military and were frequently stationed abroad they have very close friends in both countries wh”

“Hello everyone, I am an engineer with about 6 years experience out of uni with 3 different companies. I moved just over a year and a half ago to Austria from Scotland for a new job, however decided that I will leave the company. I had a job lined up and still do back home, but now I wonder if maybe I should go and work in Australia for 6-10 months doing contract work on a working holiday visa. This would also conveniently coincide with the rugby world cup in Australia next year. I'm not sure”

“Mostly financially wise, as well as accommodation, paperwork etc. I’m a UK Graduate - there are no opportunities for New Graduates. However, I’ve had multiple emails advertising some interesting opportunities in Australia. Working in Australia has always been a goal of mine, but I didn’t think I’d have to consider it so early in my career. I would like to as those who have moved from the UK to Australia - or from another country to Australia - about some concerns I have. Essentially, I have no i”

“Hi everyone, I am a nonbinary trans person, and as you can imagine, the current political atmosphere has me wanting to move. I have been considering leaving for a long time for other reasons, but that desire has shifted from a "maybe someday!" to something more solid. My older brother is on a visa in Canada, so that is potentially an option for me, but I am personally more drawn to Scotland, the Netherlands, and Ireland. I am currently in school for an associate's in digital arts a”

“Ola Guys, Long time lurker & sometimes commenter. I wanted to throw my two cents in the ring as I've seen a lot of discussion on different visa and relocation agencies. I moved with my family from Boston to Bilbao using a DNV (digital nomad visa). We spoke to around 4 different providers of pretty similar services, ended up going with Roots Global as we got along with them the most and they seemed the most friendly. Wow, we have literally no bad words to say. Our process took around 5 mo”

“I will keep this short in the event that this post gets deleted for some reason. 30M and 28F that were born and raised in Illinois, US. I have a Bachelor's in Social Work with 4 years of experience and numerous other certificates. Wife mostly has various retail experience and is looking to go into vet tech or something similar in the future. I have thoroughly researched the Skilled Worker Visa pathway from the NZ government websites and am wondering if I am doing something wrong since I have”

“Currently looking into career options that allow for travel flexibility where I’d be able to live in different countries and still have work. I live in US but would like to move around ; So far I’ve looked into Project Management & Operations. I don’t currently have a degree but I’m willing to go back to school if it would open more doors. Is anyone in a similar position or have other career recommendations I maybe haven’t explored yet? It’s such a crazy world with the fears of AI but I’d re”

“For a bit of context I'm originally Turkish and my biggest fear is having to go back because of unemployment so I'm really trying to be conscious of career planning and the steps i take. I just want to find the right education/career path which interests me but also gives a certain financial stability as well. submitted by /u/bambi_55 [link] [comments]”

“If this is what you mainly care about then you should just leave USA. NZ or France sounds great. The QOL and just overall democratic socialist society might be more suitable for you. Edit: not sure why you deleted the post, but I was agreeing with you. I think what you're saying makes sense if money is something you don't want to pinch and worry about.”

“Hi everybody! I'm pretty new to reddit, but I think I'm doing this right. I wanted to ask what everybody thought or any advice. I'm a 25F, leaving USA for Japan to spend more time with my aging grandmother. Only issue is I'm only conversational in Japanese as I only use it with family. My guesstimate, low JLPT N3? I have been a teacher for 3 years since graduating college, mostly because it was the only thing hiring at the time. However, I really don't want to be a teacher an”

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“Hi! I’ve just graduated from undergrad in the US and I’d like to start preparing for a way out, but don’t know how. First is citizenship. I am technically qualified for Polish citizenship by descent, through my grandma’s mom, but I don’t speak Polish, so Poland isn’t really an option. I am one generation too far removed from being able to get Irish or German citizenship. Second is career: all of my current work experience is in libraries, including 3 years as an archives assistant and an interns”

“Hi everyone! My boyfriend and I are seriously considering relocating to Amsterdam in early 2027, and I’d love advice from anyone who has gone through the DAFT process or made a similar move. I’m American and my boyfriend is British. We currently live in the US and co own a US based travel company that we’ve built over the last couple of years. The business is established and operating already, and we both work remotely, so we have the flexibility to relocate while continuing to run it. We’re loo”

“Hello, everyone. I'm an European who wants to move as he/she might fear a future "far-right" government and human rights relapse. I have little work experience in my country, I'm a sound technician in his/her 20s. I'm ASD so this would be a big change. I don't know if there's a programme or an organization who can help me during the process of moving and adaption or having some advice. I'm having medical follow-ups in my country, so I don't know how to arran”

“what do you mean by leave? a break, a holiday, doing your own thing, moving to a different country?”

“Hello everyone, so lately I’ve been having some fears about my future and I’ve been thinking about the possibility of moving to a new country. I am Colombian and I just got my degree on graphic design but I don’t really have a lot of work experience, I have a long distance relationship with someone who is Canadian (from Quebec), however moving for marriage only isn’t my ideal plan, I was thinking about maybe a masters degree or an additional degree but I have read some posts about people saying”

“TLDR; I tried to move to South Korea (extensive knowledge of language and culture, but work culture was too much for me so I left). Now, headed to Germany for grad school, hoping to get EU citizenship after 5 years. Nervous about lack of German language skills to navigate life in the first few months, looking for a heads-up on what to expect. Well, this is not where I thought I would be right now. But my life has taken an interesting turn. In 2023, I moved to South Korea as an English teacher an”

I know. I also studied in Europe :D

“Yes, this is very realistic as long as you stay in the Schengen zone within the visa-free period. After that, then you need to get a residence visa and show that you can support yourself with your business.”

“100%. If you can make US money and live in South America or Southeast Asia you will live like a King. The USA quality of life has declined in my opinion for the hours we work. Good luck buying a house in most US cities unless you have family wealth helping you with the down payment.”

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“Hi, to sum it up, I got my bachelors from Australia and I’m wanting to move to China for my masters. My main motivation is basically wanting to see more of the world (not as a tourist but as a local) and getting to study in different parts of the world. My Gpa is pretty decent, but I’m kind of concerned if I should opt for a Chinese university or if I should just pursue Masters in Australia. To people that moved from Aus to China, do you regret it? Was it a good decision or a bad decision?”

“Just curious why this isn't a more popular option. Seems like everyone wants to have a shortcut, and I don't blame them, but isn't a better way to establish yourself longterm in a foreign country? submitted by /u/Last-Manufacturer983 [link] [comments]”

“Me (American, 21) and my Boyfriend( Brazillian,23) are starting to think more about our future and have been researching countries that we could potentially live in. We don't plan on moving anytime soon, maybe in the next 2-4years. Ideally, we would like to live in a country that provides good work opportunities, great culture, good universities, a thriving black community, and has a good cost of living. I would also prefer to live in a country where one of us knows the native language (but”

“Looking for advice. I'm 25m and have a plan to move to Europe in the next couple years. I have a loose plan and am looking for advice from people that have more experience or could point out things I can't see yet. I am from the US but currently live in Guatemala to keep my cost of living low while I pay off a couple thousand USD($4400) of debt. When I moved here I started teaching English online and found that I really enjoy it. I never went to college because I never knew what I liked”

“hi guys! this is my first Reddit post ever, so bear with me as i figure this out. i’ve been reading posts here for a bit and you guys seem really helpful, so i was hoping if i give some info on my situation i can get some tips. my girlfriend and i are both women in college. she’s canadian and studying game design, and i’m american and getting my degree in art history with hopes to pursue either a museum studies masters or a library tech certificate depending on where i’m at financially when my p”

“I’m planning on leaving the US and moving to Europe. I’m getting my Irish passport in June 2027, so I’ll be able to work across the EU. My background is in AI, analytics, and tech. I’m open to almost anywhere with a strong tech scene, good jobs, and decent quality of life. Where would you move? submitted by /u/-1828s [link] [comments]”

“Greetings, I (31 M) will soon be moving abroad from the US for an English teaching stint in Asia, and I’m trying to plan for the coming years after. In essence, I’m drawn to academic and cross-cultural environments, I’m multi-lingual, and I really enjoy learning about other cultures, peoples, languages, and the like. My issue is this: I don’t want to live the expat life forever, I want to settle back in the city I’m from. My immediate options are: grad school for ESL or state teaching license if”

“Hello All, I am in an interesting and privileged position. I am a dual EU / US citizen with B2 Dutch and native English. I have lived and worked in the Netherlands briefly in the past. I have an American wife and 2 children 5 and 9. My wife is planning on pursuing graduate school in New Zealand or in Flanders. I am a mechanical engineer with a masters and 7 years of experience. I can of course live and work in Belgium without immigration issues, and it appears the moment I got a mechanical engin”

That's a good age for that type of adventure.

“Honestly, "I might move back and live there" is a real reason and I wouldn't dismiss it. Just be clear that's the reason, because it changes what you're optimizing for. If it's a future home, location and appreciation carry the decision and cash flow barely matters. If it's a portfolio piece, it has to compete with every other use of your capital, and it probably loses on that basis. On paying it off early, I'd think hard before I did. That 5.1% is the cheapest”

“My first time trying AMA so hope I’m doing it right! As the title says, we left the US three months ago for Malta. I want to emphasize that we did this with a lot of factors stacked against us. Minimal savings, young kid, families were not super happy. The temp residency part is also significant because it’s a whole other risk when you don’t have long-term guarantees. We are more risk-tolerant than the average family and took the plunge — we really wanted out and didn’t have any other obvious pa”

“Moving countries while committing capital for seven years is a big enough transition that I’d optimize for coordination, not just the lowest fee. I’d use an immigration lawyer who routinely handles New CIES to confirm the eligible assets and reporting obligations, a Hong Kong tax adviser who understands your current-country exit and ongoing filing issues, and then let the bank/wealth manager compete on custody and implementation. Ask each provider for a written scope, total fee schedule, conflic”

“Greetings all, I would love to hear some advice and answers from anyone who may have taken on the same journey. My husband and I are planning on relocating to Canada, but are unsure which route would suit as the best. I am from the UK and my husband is a US citizen, and we both will take out own individuals paths to move there. From what I briefly researched, I have the option to go for the IEC work visa and my husband could potentially take the LMIA path. I understand there is more to it than j”

“Hello, I'm a 23 y/o male currently living in the United States (obviously), recent grad with a STEM degree and dual US/EU citizenship. I'm evaluating a move to Europe for personal/adventure reasons. I'm not wealthy so I will ultimately be relying on getting a job within <1 month of moving. I only speak English but would be willing to formally learn a language after moving. I do not care so much about lifelong earning potential but rather a slower pace of life and society more fitt”

“Hello everyone! Me and my wife, both 22 years old are looking to move out of the U.S. our top choices right now is Canada, and Norway. We’ve both been to Canada (Toronto) once, and I have been to Norway once and have Norwegian ancestry (too far back for citizenship by descent), and I feel more of a connection there. In either case we plan to visit together a couple of times if possible to see how we both like the environment and culture, we just don’t know where to start. I will be graduating fr”

“My wife and I are from the US and S. Korea. We are in a bit of a unique situation where we essentially switch back and forth between living in each country every 2 to 3 years. I'm not concerned with finding a job in Korea as teaching jobs are readily available for me there. In the US however, I'm stumped trying to think of options for myself. Currently, I have a stable and enjoyable job in the metals industry that has essentially welcomed me back every time I return to the US with open a”

“Hi All - since we are coming up on our 1 year anniversary of leaving the US, wanted to do an update to my original post which is here: https://www.reddit.com/r/AmerExit/s/IJEGUIiZlf Our background story in short is: was one of the first people to be DOGE’d, applied for a D7, moved here in 6 months. Here are my thoughts about moving to Portugal and what we’ve learned in 1 year. The good - the weather. My god, the weather is absolutely amazing where I live. - the safety. - access to amazing beache”

“I’m currently working as a freelance video editor, but I’m hoping to move to Europe in the future. I’d like to learn more about the job market and work opportunities in Europe. Im open to start new career from scratch if necessary.  submitted by /u/Kevin_gato [link] [comments]”

“My wife (27 F) and I (29 M) are looking to leave America for good. In the past two years it no long feels safe in terms of the political climate as well as political changes related to consumer safety, healthcare, and free speech. I’m working as a senior software developer with around 10+ years of experience and my wife is finishing up her degree in psychology/human development looking to get her masters/PhD in neuroscience. She intends to do research at research hospitals or maybe a therapist/c”

“This is an account I had accidentally made a while ago. My actual account has embarrassing stuff from when I was a teenager haha so here I am with a 5 year old account with no posts or comments. My husband has Slovakian citizenship since he was born there but only knows a few words. I'm an American citizen, he is not. We have lived in America for the majority of our lives, as my husband moved here when he was 2. We have been talking about possibly moving out of the country, but since neither”

“I'm really sorry that happened to you. And in that circumstance, I can absolutely understand that you have an emotional response in wanting to leave the country. You hit a specific nerve in me that prompted such a strong response. Which is often the problem with the internet/Reddit, there's subtext missing. As others have said, the grass isn't always greener on the other side. Economics nowadays, especially in the English speaking world, are so interlinked that everyone's facing”

It's cheaper.

“I'm a physician in my early 40s, married with three kids ranging from preschool to early teens. We're seriously considering moving to France (or possibly elsewhere in Western Europe if you have other options/opinions). This started as a FIRE idea, but I've realized the actual goal isn't necessarily to retire as early as possible. It's to get to the point where work no longer determines where we live or how we organize our lives. We like Europe, would like our youngest to spen”

“There's no better combo than working in the US in big tech in terms of earning potential, so you'll have a downgrade in terms of purchasing power and disposable income no matter where you move, even though tech hubs in the US are among the most expensive places to live in the world. Other job markets around the world are in the same downturn as the US, it's not like there's a mystery country out there where it's trivial to find a tech job at the moment Also, I'm a bit con”

“If I were younger and without my family, I’d honestly jump at the opportunity. Yeah the salary is less, but exploring another country and learning about different culture would be awesomw and unforgettable experience. Occasional PSV, Ajax, Feyenord, or AZ match would be a huge plus.”

“Y'all make much less than Americans. Also, presumably you'd need to speak Dutch. So I think those are the biggest factors.”