10 Easiest Countries to Immigrate To.
Immigration is said to be the passing or coming into a country of which one is not native
born for the purpose of permanent residence.
Moving to a new country and starting over is always appealing.
The idea of meeting different people, traveling to places you’ve never been before, and
learning a new culture seems exciting and enjoyable.
However, immigration is never easy, especially if you have no desirable skills or enough
financial means.
Most countries offer several immigration programs, but these programs are based on filling in
shortages in the workforce and are limited by a yearly cap.
Therefore, to immigrate to a new country, you have to consider some essential factors
such as integrating into a different social structure and the financial aspect.
Fed up with work, life, and the rain?
Perhaps you’ve got a case of the Brexit blues?
Or maybe you just want a change of pace.
Breaking free of the grind and starting anew has never been so easy.
With a little cash, a smidgen of confidence, and a truckload of patience, you could soon
embark on a grand adventure in an entirely different environment, working from home or
anywhere, so long as you have a roof over your head.
Here are some of the easiest countries to immigrate to.
Stay with us as we begin the countdown. 10.
Paraguay The land-locked, sub-tropical heart of South
America frequently pops up on lists for retirees looking to stretch their pensions.
Expats moving to Paraguay are attracted by the stable economy, low taxes, and low cost
of living.
However, like many other developing countries, life here has its downsides, including corruption.
To obtain permanent residence, you only need to make a local bank deposit of at least US$5,000.
Investor visas are available at around double the cost.
You’ll need to visit Paraguay at least once every three years or your residence papers
could be canceled.
9.
Ecuador Smaller than the Philippines but larger than
the United Kingdom, Ecuador often pops up on lists of retirement havens.
The romantic picture-postcard appeal of this oil producer lies in a diverse landscape that
takes in the Amazon jungle, the Andean highlands, and over 2,200 kilometers of coastline, including
the wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands; Paraguay is also a country with a history that takes
in the Inca and Spanish empires.
With its location at the top of South America, it’s also a wonderful base to explore the
entire continent.
Life is cheap here, with low consumer prices, inexpensive rent, and public healthcare.
Monthly costs for a single person in Quito, the capital city, are estimated at under US$1,000
including rent.
8.
Panama.
Its status as an offshore tax haven – and the ensuing raids – has done little to dent
Panama’s appeal as an expatriate destination.
Panama makes it easy for expats to make their homes in Central America’s most cosmopolitan
city; a tropical climate, a low cost of living, and strong safety credentials make Panama
an ideal choice.
Two visa programs facilitate the process.
The 2012 launch of the tropical nation’s Friendly Nations visa allows citizens from
50 different countries, including the United States, most European Union nations, Japan,
South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico, to apply for fast-track
permanent residency.
If that’s you, you’ll need to deposit US$5,000 in a Panamanian bank and establish
a local company.
Five years down the road, you become eligible for a passport; however, you need to demonstrate
ties to the country, ideally by having spent most of your time there.
7.
Mexico If the thought of all the tacos you can eat
has you salivating, Mexico might just be where you should head next.
With its high quality of life, superior healthcare system, and vibrant culture, this westernmost
cradle of civilization is home to between 1.2 million (UN estimates) and 4 million (unofficial
estimates) foreign- born people.
Americans, Western Europeans, and citizens from parts of Latin America can visit visa-free
for up to 180 days; others can obtain a visa for MX$332.
While that’s perfect for those with a location-independent business, if you want to work for a Mexican
company you’ll need a $155 work permit that you can apply for after you arrive.
Temporary (four-year) and permanent resident visas for those who want to stay more than
six months are also available from $40 subject to bank balance requirements, but again, these
visas do not allow you to work.
You must apply for residence visas before you enter.
Mexico has introduced a points system for immigrants, but details have yet to be announced.
6.
Montenegro.
With its gorgeous medieval villages, dramatic natural contrasts, yachting appeal, and unlikely
status as an adventure sports hotspot, tiny Montenegro is paradise for Instagrammers.
Its low taxes and business start-up costs and multicultural population simply enhance
that appeal.
It’s been called the next French Riviera and is home to 64 millionaires.
Since declaring independence in 2006, Montenegro’s economy has been service-led, with some dependence
on the tourism and renewable energy sectors.
A candidate country for accession to the European Union, Montenegro enjoys a stable credit rating
and an economy with a 4.1% annual growth rate.
Anyone can apply for a one-year residence visa in what appears to be one of the easiest
countries to immigrate to on grounds of employment, education, medical treatment, or family reunion.
Residence through employment is considerably easy with non-residents setting up a company
and appointing themselves as employees.
5.
Czechia Since joining the European Union in 2004,
Czechia has greatly diversified its economy.
The country is no longer solely focussed on manufacturing; Czechia is moving into the
high-tech, services-led knowledge sectors, too.
The country’s strong labor market means that Czechia now has the highest rate of job
vacancies in the European Union – at 6%, nearly twice that of Belgium and Germany.
At over half a million, foreigners make up just under 5% of the country’s population
and 11% of the country’s workforce, according to statistics from the Ministry of Interior.
Although expats here tend to earn more than nationals, general attitudes towards foreigners
are positive, with over half the population welcoming immigrants who have a business reason
to live in the country.
The majority of expats are citizens from fellow EU countries who have moved with employment
contracts.
The nation’s appeal to people from outside Europe lies in its status as the world’s
seventh safest country, according to the Global Peace Index.
4.
United Arab Emirates Little more than a sleepy backwater just 50
years ago, the United Arab Emirates has repositioned itself as an international center for trade
and commerce; it has done so by capitalizing on its hydrocarbon reserves and a geostrategic
location at the crossroads of Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Now home to the tallest building in the world and the planet’s biggest mall, the federation
attracts some 20 million tourists each year.
Expatriates comprise 89% of the population and the country has a vibrant, cosmopolitan
culture amidst glistening beaches.
Although recent changes have prioritized local talent, finding work in the Emirates from
overseas remains relatively easy.
3.
Qatar Have a hankering to live in one of the world’s
richest countries?
With an average per capita income in Qatar of about QAR$490,000, resource-rich Qatar
offers expats a high standard of living that is relatively easy to access.
As the nation readies to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, a raft of new development projects
are underway that promise to further elevate the nation’s quality of life – and possibly
push up living costs.
Looking to rent in Qatar?
A city center one-bedroom apartment is likely to set you back QAR4,615 per month.
The cost of living in Qatar is not nearly as high as others in the region, however,
so there’s some relief.
A Qatar residence permit is a relatively simple process, and the country is one of the few
in the Middle East to offer a path to permanent residency.
However, foreign nationals need to be married to Qataris or have lived in the country for
20 years.
2.
Singapore Squeaky-clean (they say you can eat off the
roads, but we wouldn’t risk the fine) Singapore has long been a popular draw for expats, with
its strong economy, political stability, and family-friendly society.
With Chinese and English being the main languages of business, it appeals equally to Western
and Chinese expats.
That being said, soaring prices and increasingly tight visa restrictions have dimmed its charm
in recent years.
Nevertheless, the Lion City consistently ranks among the top expat destinations, topping
HSBC’s list for the fourth year in a row in 2018.
Expats comprise about a quarter of the city-state’s 5.6 million residents, according to the Department
of Statistics.
Technology, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare are the biggest industries, with one in three
highly skilled jobs remaining unfulfilled for at least six months.
1.Thailand For many, the expat experience is about being
able to immerse oneself in another culture entirely.
If that sounds like you, and you’ve a hankering to live in Asia, Thailand could be the answer.
With its fantastic street food, endless massages, and beach parties, Thailand is an exciting
place to call home.
As a developing country, living in Thailand is more affordable than many places.
A one-bedroom apartment in the center of the city is likely to set you back THB40,500 each
month.
Unlike nearby Bali, where you need a work permit to take up residence, Thailand’s
Elite Easy Access visa gives you a renewable, multi-entry five-year residence visa for a
one-time fee of THB500,000.
Although the process takes about four months, it makes Thailand one of the easiest countries
to immigrate to.
Being able to immigrate to a country of your choice without having to drain your bank account
is a very fulfilling thing.
Be sure to make your choice from this list in order to live happily and comfortably as
an immigrant.
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