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Visa paths, cost breakdowns, tax rules for Americans, and best cities — for the countries expats actually move to. Pick yours and get a personalised AI blueprint in 60 seconds.

Portugal flag
#1 destination on ExpatSpark

Portugal

Sun, safety, and a visa that actually works for remote workers.

Moderate visa €1,800 – €2,800/mo
Spain flag
#2 destination on ExpatSpark

Spain

Europe's most livable climate meets a new digital nomad visa that actually delivers.

Moderate visa €1,600 – €2,600/mo
Bali, Indonesia flag
#3 destination on ExpatSpark

Bali, Indonesia

The world's most photogenic office — now with a legitimate long-stay visa.

Easy visa $800 – $2,000/mo
Mexico flag
#4 destination on ExpatSpark

Mexico

US time zones, world-class food, and a residency visa that processes in weeks.

Easy visa $1,000 – $2,500/mo
Colombia flag
#5 destination on ExpatSpark

Colombia

Eternal spring, South America's fastest-growing nomad scene, and visa costs that won't break the bank.

Easy visa $800 – $1,800/mo
Georgia flag
#6 destination on ExpatSpark

Georgia

The world's most generous visa-free policy meets a flat 1% tax rate for small businesses.

Very Easy visa $700 – $1,500/mo
Thailand flag
#7 destination on ExpatSpark

Thailand

Southeast Asia's most mature expat infrastructure, now with a 10-year LTR visa.

Easy visa $900 – $2,200/mo
Germany flag
#8 destination on ExpatSpark

Germany

High salaries, world-class public services, and a freelancer visa that's straightforward (yes, really).

Moderate visa €1,800 – €3,200/mo
France flag
#9 destination on ExpatSpark

France

The Talent Passport makes France more accessible than its reputation suggests.

Moderate visa €1,800 – €3,500/mo
USA flag
#10 destination on ExpatSpark

USA

The world's largest economy — with a visa system that rewards skills, investment, and family ties.

Hard visa $2,500 – $5,000/mo
Costa Rica flag
#11 destination on ExpatSpark

Costa Rica

"Pura vida" isn't just a motto — it's the most US-friendly expat experience in Latin America.

Easy visa $1,200 – $2,500/mo

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