Country Guides

Understanding the Swiss Pension System as a US Expat – Pillar 1 of 3 

Switzerland Pension Pillars US Expats

Switzerland, aka the Playground of Europe, is a popular destination for American expats. Many find life in Switzerland so enjoyable that they stay, establishing careers and raising families along the way.  As with life anywhere, living in Switzerland comes with some bureaucratic and logistical hurdles – particularly for American citizens and Green Card holders. The […]

ETIAS Visa Waiver for Foreigners Visiting the EU

EU flag. An ETIAS visa waiver will be required by many foreigners, including Americans, who wish to visit the EU and Schengen Zone countries from November 2023 onward

Is it your dream to marvel at Santorini’s whitewashed homes and blue seas, hike in the Swiss Alps, or savor the creamy taste of genuine Florentine gelato? We’re sure it is. But 2025 will bring a key change for Americans seeking a European escape: the ETIAS visa waiver. While American citizens have not previously needed […]

Tax in Thailand: An American Expat’s Guide

US expat taxes Thailand

If you’re wondering how US expat taxes in Thailand work, you may already be considering a move there. Between the paradisiacal beaches, exquisite cuisine, and low cost of living, there are plenty of reasons to make the Land of Smiles your new home — but it’s important to consider practical matters as well. Even though […]

US Expat Taxes in Singapore: Your Ultimate Guide (from a CPA)

US Expat Taxes Singapore

According to the US Department of State, more than 30,000 US citizens currently live in Singapore. The futuristic city-state offers many business opportunities for expats and provides one of the highest qualities of life in the world.  However, an aspect that can make moving to Singapore a headache is filing US taxes while overseas. In […]

Moving to Mexico from the US: What to Expect

If you’ve ever dreamed about leaving the US behind and moving to Mexico, you’re not alone. Over a million Americans — not to mention expats from other countries — call this North American country home. And given the many visa options, relatively low cost of living, and natural beauty, it’s no wonder. Of course, before […]

Spain Digital Nomad Visa 2023: A Guide for US Remote Workers

Digital Nomad Visa in Spain

*Note: The figures noted as the financial requirements should be confirmed directly with the appropriate Spanish government website at your time of application. This is because Spain is raising the minimum wage threshold, which will impact the associated financial requirements for digital nomads. The Spain digital nomad visa offers an exciting opportunity for US citizens […]

The 14 Best Countries to Retire in 2025

Best Countries to Retire in 2023

Whether you’re a typical nine-to-fiver or a member of the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, many Americans are curious about the best countries to retire outside the US. For some, the idea occurs to them while on vacation. Maybe you’re sitting on a terraza in Seville, enjoying tapas and tinto de verano. As you […]

New Zealand’s Young Person Digital Nomad Visa

New Zealand's Digital nomad visa

As the world opens back up and Covid restrictions start to ease, more and more Americans aspire to become digital nomads: remote workers that leverage technology to live and work from anywhere.  To adapt to this trend, countries worldwide are adopting “digital nomad visas” to allow remote workers to stay in their country for up […]

US Expat Tax Guide for Americans Working in Japan

tax guide Americans Japan

Japan. The land of sushi, Pokémon, incredibly fast bullet trains, and high-tech toilets that can even play music during your bathroom sessions. While the year is 2022, it feels like the Japanese are living in 3022.  Japan is also the country that tens of thousands of American expats call home. According to recent data, currently, […]