My (continuously updated) list of the best online useful expat resources:
Choosing a Country
- Expat Insider (Internations): detailed expat surveys on quality of life, cost, and settling ease
- Numbeo: cost of living comparisons for accommodation, food, transport by city/country
- OECD Better Life Index: measures well-being via income, education, health, and happiness
- Expatistan: city-to-city cost of living calculator for narrowing down destinations
- Air Pollution Indices – real-time global air quality maps by city
Destination Scouting
- VisaHQ – check visa requirements quickly for any country
- SoloGuides –travel guides for firsthand destination scouting
Planning Your Move
- Expat Forum and InterNations Forum: seek advice & connect with others planning or living abroad
- /r/IWantOut – info and discussions for prospective expats
- /r/Expats – community for those already living abroad
- Facebook Groups: join active expat groups by country/city for local tips and support
- Duolingo, Babbel, Rosetta Stone: top apps to learn the local language and ease integration
Legal and Financial Considerations
- H&R Block: expert tax advice & filing services for U.S. expats
- Cigna Global and Bupa Global: international health insurance tailored for expats
- Wise (formerly TransferWise): low-cost, easy international money transfers across currencies and borders
I have no affiliation with any of these resources and do not accept sponsorship or payment to be listed.
2 replies on “Expat Links & Resources”
tried to download the book but after putting in my email it would not accept?
Hi, the book isn’t done – it’s a mailing list for when the book is done. Email was accepted just fine (you’re on the list). Thanks!