Balancing affordability, infrastructure, and lifestyle, Portugal claims the top spot among Europe’s best destinations for remote workers, with Spain, Hungary, Romania, and Montenegro following close behind. The rise of remote work continues to reshape where and how people live. More professionals are trading traditional offices for sunlit cafés and coastal
A new €250,000 residency route steers foreign investors from property to innovation, as Athens tries to ease housing pressures while turning its Golden Visa into a startup engine. A New Pathway Into Greece Greece has unveiled a fresh track within its Golden Visa program that allows foreign investors to secure
Liverpool City Region mayor Steve Rotheram has set out a £2bn housing ambition to deliver more than 63,000 new homes, anchoring growth on brownfield regeneration and tighter alignment between housing, transport and jobs. The programme is framed as both a response to the national housing crisis and a statement that
From tougher financial thresholds to doubled government fees and stricter on-the-ground checks, Mexico’s once-accessible residency path is entering a new, more selective era in 2026. A new era for residency Mexico’s lawmakers have ushered in 2026 with reforms that make it both more difficult and more expensive for foreigners to
From federal application fees to provincial income-based surcharges and hidden paperwork expenses, Austria’s path to citizenship comes with wildly uneven financial hurdles. Becoming an Austrian citizen is more than a paperwork challenge—it’s a financial obstacle course shaped not only by federal law but also by where you live. While national
Despite Switzerland’s strong economy and high wages, a majority of European immigrants leave within a few years—citing the country’s steep living costs, social barriers, and job market rigidity. For decades, Switzerland has drawn European workers seeking stable jobs, financial security, and the picturesque promise of Alpine life. Yet official data
Governments do not simply sort people into citizens and foreigners; they manage a layered hierarchy of settlement rights that determines who may enter, who may stay, who may belong—and on what terms. The invisible hierarchy of “who may stay” Modern states operate less like gatekeepers of a simple border and
A sharp fall in skilled worker and health visas, combined with surging emigration among under‑45s, is testing Rachel Reeves’ fiscal plans and stoking fears of a looming labour and tax base crunch. Visa rules tighten, applications collapse Skilled worker visa applications have dropped to 2,500 in December, down from a
Affordable rents, fast-rising wages, and a booming jobs market are drawing a new wave of young Britons east, as Poland shrugs off its communist past and threatens to overtake the UK in living standards. A new land of opportunity for the young For a growing number of British graduates and
As net migration trends toward zero, the real danger isn’t who arrives or leaves—it’s whether Britain is turning away the very people who make it richer. Britain’s net migration may soon drop to levels unseen since the early 1990s. The latest figures show a sharp two‑thirds decline, with 204,000 more
Higher German proficiency, mandatory integration courses, and simpler procedures are at the heart of Austria’s upcoming citizenship overhaul. Austria is preparing to roll out one of its most sweeping citizenship reforms in decades, aiming to balance stricter integration standards with a more accessible and transparent application process. The planned revamp
From ancestral paperwork to investment schemes, US citizens are scrambling to secure a “Plan B” passport, often overlooking tax bills, conscription rules and divided loyalties that follow them across borders. How people qualify Most Americans who successfully add a second citizenship do it in one of three ways: descent, investment or
In June, Blogging.org published an article that highlights how Edinburgh is quickly becoming a magnet for the 52% of Americans who say they are planning to sell everything and relocate abroad following President Donald Trump’s latest political and ideological shifts. According to data released by Scottish real estate professionals, this
A June article published by the Dominican Today highlights how the Dominican Republic is quickly becoming the new ‘golden land’ for American entrepreneurs who are planning to move their assets overseas, reshaping the future of American manufacturing abroad following President Trump’s new fiscal reforms, which are making the tax regime
Since 2016, we have made it our mission here at LuxCitizenship to offer unique, data-based insights into who are the Luxembourg Dual Citizens. Browse our research studies to learn more. The Luxembourg Dual Citizen Study American-born dual citizens now make up equivalent to 2% of Luxembourg’s total population. Brazilians, over 4%. First launched
A June article published by the Campus Safety Magazine explores a new trend of American doctors looking for new employment opportunities in Canada, a haven to call home and escape from the U.S President’s recent policies and restrictions to the healthcare administration. But why Canada? A report from the Medical
A recent article published by Forbes on April 26 explores how the United States is facing a new wave of migration, as a growing number of U.S. residents feel disappointed by Donald Trump’s promises and policies increasingly out of step with the country’s social landscape. Latest figures show that 17%
A March article published by the CNN highlights a new trend of American families relocating to Switzerland, drawn by its political neutrality, stunning landscapes, and reputation for public safety combined with a balanced living. But why choose to say farewell to the Land of Opportunity? For many, it’s all about
A May article published by The Economic Times highlights how Spain is quickly becoming a go-to escape for marginalized Americans. Particularly, U.S residents with Hispanic roots and LGBTQ+ minorities are actively looking for a more inclusive place to call home. Following the U.S President’s re-election, Americans seem to complain about
A May article published by The Sun highlights how Albania is recently becoming a prime location for Americans who are looking for a new home abroad, free from the rising cost of living and daily financial instability in the U.S This lesser-known European country appears to be a top choice
An April article shared by The Connexion highlights how Southern France, particularly Nice, is becoming a popular destination for American citizens who are trading short-term holidays for long-term stays. Data that follows focuses on a surge of 12% Americans choosing to relocate to Nice drawn to the appealing lifestyle, the
Over the past five years, Portugal has experienced a significant increase in American expatriates choosing to relocate to the country. This trend has been extensively covered by Portuguese media outlets, highlighting various factors driving this movement and its impact on Portugal’s society and economy. Surge in American Residents According to
By Daniel Atz, Founder of the American Emigration RevueA few years ago, I conducted a study on Americans obtaining Luxembourgish citizenship. What I expected to be a niche legal curiosity quickly turned into something much bigger—an observable trend backed by hard numbers. Between 2018 and 2023, the number of Luxembourgish
Summary: According to a recent article published by Newsweek (https://www.newsweek.com/top-10-countries-where-americans-want-become-expats-2036893), a recent Harris Poll indicates that approximately 40% of Americans have contemplated or are planning to move abroad. The survey identifies the top ten countries Americans are considering for expatriation: as, in order, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, France, Italy,
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