Last update: October 26, 2025
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Portugal Golden Visa changes – Forbes
Italy to change tax rates on higher-earning expats – The Real Deal
5,000 to 6,000 U.S. citizens each year renounce U.S. citizenship to escape taxes, but "politics is now playing a more central role" – Washington Post
The United States is one of only two countries — along with Eritrea — that taxes income based on citizenship rather than residency, requiring Americans abroad to file annual returns with the IRS in addition to those required by the country where they live or work. Some banks, daunted by the onerous extra reporting requirements imposed by Washington, won’t let American citizens open accounts or charge them extra fees. Some countries, including Japan and Qatar, don’t allow dual citizenship..."
Why families are shifting from Dubai to Abu Dhabi – UK The Times
As Dubai’s population of four million now overwhelms its ten-lane highways at peak times, its lower-profile neighbor an hour south is increasingly being seen as a family-friendly alternative. It might not be promoting itself at roadshows in the UK, like Dubai, but there is much hiring in e-gaming, media, hospitality and education, says Tom (surname withheld), a lawyer who has moved to the emirate with his family. "The difference is that Dubai shouts and Abu Dhabi whispers," he says..."
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Loudest, noisiest cities of Spain? – Euro Weekly News
Ranking Europe's cities for "urban health" – IS Global Ranking
Page has a type in city name to compare various factors across 1,000 cities.
12 cities of Europe where Americans can live on social security alone – AOL News
Locations discussed: Florence Italy, Lisbon Portugal; Seville Spain; Sofia Bulgaria and more.
To combat dwindling populations many countries offering "Free homes" and even some cash support for individuals and families to relocate to certain areas – NottinghamShire Live
Some of the places mentioned in the article are: Greece, Switzerland, Canada, Japan, Spain and Ireland.
The downside of European destinations for expats: Bureaucracy – MSN EuroNews
How Panama rates as "Number #1" for expats – Travel and Leisure MSN
Survey of top ten countries for expats for job security and living conditions – MSN CNBC
The surge in "millionaire" Golden Visa applicants in Greece
Story at CEO World
Expat "nightmare" from new UK rules meant to fight bank fraud – Euro Weekly News
Foreign expats in Saudi Arabia to be allowed to own property in 2026? – Saudi Moments
Where to work? Ranking the best countries for job satisfaction – Go Abroad
Comparing the "Work Life" balance of USA versus Europe – Times of India
Ranking the top ten European locations for expats – Tempo Co
Short article with descriptions: they list Portugal first, and Finland #10.
Why are so many American expats gathering in Mexico's Puerto Vallarta? – Vallarta Daily
Top expat worker jobs in Mexico – USA Today
Where are the majority of American retirees going in Greece?
Story at MSN Travel and Leisure
Asking the AI where to Expat
Question: Can you name five countries in the world that are most frequently lauded in the news of 2025 as expat retirement locations for Americans?
Answer:
Portugal (population 10.4 million) – for climate and relatively low cost of living.
Spain (population 49.2 million) – for beaches, warm climate and relatively low cost of living.
Costa Rica (population 5.3 million) – for its "Pura Vida" lifestyle and affordable healthcare.
Mexico (population 131.9 million) – low cost of living and, of course, close to the United States.
Panama (population 4.6 million) – provides tax incentives for retirees, with exemptions on foreign-earned income. The country uses the U.S. dollar and has a variety of mountain, beach and city locations.
Greece's "Digital Nomad" visa
Describes the visa and lists the various requirements at NDTV Lifestyle
Managing and understanding US expat wealth obligations – Forbes
Ireland, Spain, Greece – international programs to bring in foreign residency
"...Seven countries offering you cash and homes to move there." Story at MSN Markets Today
Overview for moving to Argentina – Nomad Veronica
EU residency programs (Portugal, Greece, Malta etc) vs. UAE Golden Visa
June 5, 2025: Story at Times India
Denmark is changing the retirement age to 70, and other countries could follow
Story at Business Insider
The "Passport Officer Impersonation Scam" – Arab Times
"Greece is more than just beaches" on $1500-$2000 per month – MSN Discover
Short video report doesn't cover everything (how could it) but does give the most promising short version.
21 countries listed for "do not travel" by US State Department – MSN New York Post
The State Department has four travel advisory levels: exercise normal precautions, exercise normal precautions, reconsider travel, and do not travel...."
US State Dept travel advisory map – Official State Dept Web Site
List of "beach towns" to retire to includes Crete, Belize, more
April 17, 2025: Story at MSN USA Today
The world's wealthiest cities
Story at CNN Traveller
The big ones are of course London, New York and Paris, plus seven more, measured with what is their population of millionaires.
Visa friendly countries for Americans – Essense
American expat in Dubai – Moneywise MSN
Story details how "former minimum-wage worker retired at 39 with a $3.5M nest egg."
Where expats live longest, and not-so-longest – UK Daily Mail – March 17, 2025
Businessman in USA goes to prison for participating in Chinese government "Operation Fox Hunt" to pressure Chinese Expat to go home
Story at MSN AP News
Expat in UK flies back to India for medical help because of "significant delays and inadequate care from the NHS" – NDTV
The Five Most Unfriendly Places in the World
The happiest countries: who is ranked first, and last
Story at Yahoo News Life
France preparing survival guide for nuclear war
Story at India Today
The 20-page manual, which is awaiting official approval, is part of France's broader shift in its defense strategy. The development comes amid rising tensions in Europe and a growing Russian threat...
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The InterNations expat guide ranks 53 countries around the world for quality of life – New York Post
The unexpected Expat costs for living in Italy – GB News – March 17, 2025
Inside look at road taxes, TV taxes, and the varying costs for automotive insurance depending upon location.
AMAZON: The Expert Expat: Your Guide to Successful Relocation Abroad
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