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What Do Dual US/Italian Citizens Need to Relocate in France or Portugal?
Jeffrey I. Says: Hi, I’m a dual citizen—US and Italy. What will be my stumbling blocks to relocating to France or Portugal? What would healthcare entail? Thanks. Global Diversification Expert Ted Baumann Says: Hi Jeffrey, Once you are a citizen of an EU country, you have the right to live anywhere within the Union. You Read more...: What Do Dual US/Italian Citizens Need to Relocate in France or Portugal?
Can I Move Overseas Without a Large Investment?
Kat W. Says: I’m a divorced, middle-class woman. I make a good living, but life has kept me from saving the hundreds of thousands of dollars I would need to first invest in my country of choice and then actually afford the cost of living there. I have a decent retirement account, and my current Read more...: Can I Move Overseas Without a Large Investment?
Can I Run a Small Business if I Retire in Panama?
Gordon C. Says: Is it possible to run a small business if I choose to retire to Panama? Panama Lawyer Rainelda Mata-Kelly Says: Dear Gordon, It is possible for you to open a small business in Panama. As with any business, there are a number of issues to deal with, starting with the first Read more...: Can I Run a Small Business if I Retire in Panama?
Are There Any Progressive (Liberal Minded) Expat Communities in Costa Rica?
Jes R. Says: Are there any progressive (liberal minded) expat communities in Costa Rica? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Botton Says: Hi Jes, I was just in Atenas having breakfast with a group of local expat women, and we were chatting about how, all around the world, it seems that the world is divided Read more...: Are There Any Progressive (Liberal Minded) Expat Communities in Costa Rica?
How Do I Start to Move Overseas?
Sal J. Says: I’m a new member and this might seem like a dumb question, but how do I start this whole move overseas? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Sal, Congratulations on making the first step in deciding to find a better life for less overseas! I know it can seem like there is Read more...: How Do I Start to Move Overseas?
What’s the Food Like in Portugal?
Kyle F. Says: What’s the food like in Portugal? IL Contributor Tricia Pimental Writes: Portugal’s cuisine appears simple: There’s a heavy concentration on protein in the form of fish, meat, poultry, eggs, and cheese. Other than potatoes (technically a tuber), veggies are a bit scarce on the dinner plate. But it’s easy to find a Read more...: What’s the Food Like in Portugal?
What are the Most Popular Retirement Spots in Portugal with an Easy Transition?
Greg T. Says: What are the most popular retirement spots in Portugal with an easy transition? IL Contributor Terry Coles Writes: Portugal is home to over half a million foreigners from around the world. Retirement in Portugal can be an affordable adventure, safe from gun violence, with low cost, excellent healthcare, year-round mild weather, and Read more...: What are the Most Popular Retirement Spots in Portugal with an Easy Transition?
What Requirements Do I Need to Meet to Live in Costa Rica?
Richard C. Says: What sort of requirements do Costa Rica’s government require to move there? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Richard, Costa Rica’s immigration laws offer prospective residents a wide range of options. Expats typically apply for residency through one of three main programs. The Pensionado Program Among the five categories of Read more...: What Requirements Do I Need to Meet to Live in Costa Rica?
Can You Recommend a Safe Place in Costa Rica to Live on $2500 a Month?
Sharon R. Says: I am retired with $2,200 Social Security income. I’m interested in moving to Costa Rica with my 42-year-old daughter and 8-year-old grandson. My daughter will work and help provide. We would have an income of around $2500 a month. Could you recommend a safe area in Costa Rica where we could live Read more...: Can You Recommend a Safe Place in Costa Rica to Live on $2500 a Month?