A June article published by the New York Post explores a new trend, where more Americans are leaving the United States behind and retiring to Spain. But what are the main reasons? These retirees seem to be drawn by the promise of affordability, great food, and a lifestyle free from
An April article shared by PinkNews highlights how a growing part of the American LGBTQ+ community is choosing to leave the United States, driven by Trump’s anti-trans and homophobic policies, which are reshaping the social landscape of the Land of the Free. A recent ranking offers multiple LGBTQ+-friendly places, from
A September article published by the New York Times released figures from a survey in which 2,000 U.S. residents answered questions about whether they would leave the country, with an additional 3,000 replies from social media platforms. Numbers don’t lie and indicate a notable level of political and economic dissatisfaction
A May article from the New York Times explores why the United Kingdom is quickly becoming the new freedom fallback. A report shared by the British Home Office states that over 6,618 Americans applied for dual citizenship due to U.S. residents’ fears about President Donald Trump’s political and social restrictions,
An opinion feature seen on Cleveland.com (in April) highlights how political tensions and safety concerns under President Donald Trump’s mandate are pushing 42% of Americans to move, reflecting a strong societal shift in how people, both natives and international visitors, view life in what has always been known as the
A June report published by The Hill analyzes how the United States is experiencing a wave of emigration from citizens opposed to the U.S President’s reforms and administration, which they believe is threatening the nation’s democratic values and social fabric. Particularly, Expatsi (a platform for Americans planning to leave the
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 recent May article published by CNBC explores a trend among U.S. residents choosing to fly away from the States, seeking a safer net to call home. While many are still finding the courage to take the chance, others are saying farewell to the country as a response to the
Introduction On June 9, Italians went to the polls to decide their own future, and overall, that of thousands of non-EU residents who have long contributed to the country and hoped for a faster path to citizenship. Among the reforms on the table was a proposal to reduce the naturalization
According to an article published by the South Florida Reporter on April 8, the current US President’s wave of societal and political polarization has pushed thousands of Americans to relocate across Europe. While US citizens search for a new nation to call home, an emerging report explores how Ireland has
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
As read on an article published by Il Corriere della Sera on June 7, the United Kingdom is experiencing a rise in American citizens applying for British passports seeking a foothold abroad due to President Donald Trump’s recent chaotic trade policies, which are significantly increasing the risk of recession and
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,
Summary: According to a February 28, 2025, article from The Express, Spain has emerged as one of the most attractive destinations for U.S. expatriates in recent years. More than 50,000 U.S. expats are currently living in Spain, a figure that has only continued to rise. In fact, in the last two
Summary: A growing number of African Americans are relocating to Ghana, driven by a desire for peace, cultural belonging, and a sense of home. According to an article in the Richmond Free Press dated February 27, 2025, the West African country has become a popular destination for African American expatriates seeking refuge
Summary: A February 23, 2025, article from the Portugal Resident addressed a popular misconception of a large-scale influx of U.S. citizens into Portugal, asserting that reports of an “American invasion” are exaggerated and not supported by official data. By the end of 2023, approximately 10,000 Americans were residing in Portugal, a
A recent article published by The Local highlights why a growing number of Americans, both living in the United States and abroad, are choosing to renounce their citizenship and relocate elsewhere due to mounting frustration over the U.S President’s new fiscal measures and tax policies, which are rapidly adding pressure
Not Just Citizenship: What Our Data Reveals About the American Exit Mindset 1. What We’re Measuring Isn’t Just Citizenship At LuxCitizenship, we’ve helped more than 2,450 Americans reclaim Luxembourg nationality since 2018. But behind every application lies another story — one less about ancestry, and more about agency. What started
A 2025 CNN report highlights how Costa Rica is rapidly becoming a magnet for Black American women seeking freedom from rising violence and racism in the U.S.—particularly after Donald Trump’s second term, which has intensified hostility toward cultural diversity, minorities, and the Black community. The report also focuses on the
Why has the population of Luxembourgers in the Americas significantly grown in the past five years? We analyze the trends of the three countries with the most Luxembourgers in the The New World. Introduction Over the past five years, the number of Luxembourg citizens living in the United States, Brazil,
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