Your Complete Guide to Living Abroad

Comprehensive 90-day relocation guides for Americans. Visa requirements, tax obligations, healthcare, housing, neighborhoods, and everything you need to make your move abroad successful.

What Every Guide Includes

Each book delivers 200+ pages of actionable guidance written specifically for Americans

90-Day Action Framework

A structured approach from preparation through full integration. Organized by phase so you tackle each aspect of your move at the right time.

US Tax Compliance Guide

Clear explanations of your obligations as an American abroad. FBAR, FATCA, and exclusions explained in plain English.

Complete Visa Roadmap

Every visa option explained: tourist visas, digital nomad visas, retirement visas, investment pathways, and routes to permanent residency. Requirements, costs, processing times, and application steps.

Healthcare System Guide

Navigate local healthcare with confidence. Public vs. private options, health insurance recommendations, hospital quality ratings, prescription access, and emergency procedures.

Cost of Living Breakdown

Detailed monthly budgets in USD. Rent by neighborhood, utilities, groceries, transportation, dining, healthcare, and entertainment. Sample budgets for modest to comfortable lifestyles.

Neighborhood Deep-Dives

Honest assessments of every major neighborhood. Rental prices, expat density, walkability, safety ratings, proximity to amenities, and which areas suit different lifestyles and budgets.

Banking & Money Setup

How to open local bank accounts as a foreigner, recommended banks, required documents, multi-currency strategies, and the best ways to transfer money internationally.

Safety & Security Intel

Honest safety assessments based on current data. Areas to avoid, common scams targeting expats, emergency contacts, and practical security tips for daily life.

Expat Community Resources

American clubs, expat organizations, networking groups, and social communities. How to build your support network and find your people in a new country.

Ready-to-Use Checklists

Four comprehensive appendices: essential contacts, visa comparison charts, cost of living worksheets, and a complete 90-day action checklist to track your progress.

Explore All 22 Destinations

Each guide is comprehensive, practical, and written specifically for Americans

Accra, Ghana in 90 Days Africa
Ghana

Accra, Ghana in 90 Days

Your complete guide to relocating to Ghana's vibrant capital city.

Auckland, New Zealand in 90 Days Oceania
New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand in 90 Days

Navigate your move to the City of Sails with confidence.

Cape Town, South Africa in 90 Days Africa
South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa in 90 Days

Discover the Mother City and make it your new home.

Chiang Mai, Thailand in 90 Days Asia
Thailand

Chiang Mai, Thailand in 90 Days

Your guide to Thailand's beloved digital nomad haven.

Cuenca, Ecuador in 90 Days South America
Ecuador

Cuenca, Ecuador in 90 Days

Relocate to Ecuador's most charming colonial city.

Da Nang, Vietnam in 90 Days Asia
Vietnam

Da Nang, Vietnam in 90 Days

Beach life meets urban convenience in central Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in 90 Days Asia
Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in 90 Days

Embrace the energy of Vietnam's largest metropolis.

Hoi An, Vietnam in 90 Days Asia
Vietnam

Hoi An, Vietnam in 90 Days

Find serenity in this UNESCO ancient trading town.

Kotor, Montenegro in 90 Days Europe
Montenegro

Kotor, Montenegro in 90 Days

Medieval charm meets Adriatic beauty in the Balkans.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 90 Days Asia
Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 90 Days

Modern Asia at its finest in Malaysia's capital.

Lake Bled, Slovenia in 90 Days Europe
Slovenia

Lake Bled, Slovenia in 90 Days

Alpine paradise in the heart of Central Europe.

Lisbon, Portugal in 90 Days Europe
Portugal

Lisbon, Portugal in 90 Days

Europe's sunniest capital awaits your arrival.

Marrakech, Morocco in 90 Days Africa
Morocco

Marrakech, Morocco in 90 Days

Ancient medinas and modern living in the Red City.

Medellín, Colombia in 90 Days South America
Colombia

Medellín, Colombia in 90 Days

The City of Eternal Spring welcomes you home.

Mexico City, Mexico in 90 Days North America
Mexico

Mexico City, Mexico in 90 Days

Culture, cuisine, and opportunity in Latin America's largest city.

Montevideo, Uruguay in 90 Days South America
Uruguay

Montevideo, Uruguay in 90 Days

South America's most livable capital city.

Porto, Portugal in 90 Days Europe
Portugal

Porto, Portugal in 90 Days

Discover Portugal's charming northern gem.

Prague, Czech Republic in 90 Days Europe
Czech Republic

Prague, Czech Republic in 90 Days

Gothic spires and modern living in the heart of Europe.

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico in 90 Days North America
Mexico

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico in 90 Days

Colonial elegance in Mexico's artistic heartland.

Taipei, Taiwan in 90 Days Asia
Taiwan

Taipei, Taiwan in 90 Days

High-tech convenience meets traditional culture.

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia in 90 Days Asia
Indonesia

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia in 90 Days

Spiritual renewal in Bali's cultural heart.

Valencia, Spain in 90 Days Europe
Spain

Valencia, Spain in 90 Days

Mediterranean lifestyle on Spain's sunny coast.

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About These Guides

Moving abroad is one of life's great adventures—and one of its most complex undertakings. These guides exist because most relocation resources weren't written with Americans in mind. They skip the tax implications. They ignore the unique visa situations. They assume you already understand how things work overseas.

Each of our 22 guides follows a structured 90-day framework, taking you from initial decision through full integration into your new home. We cover everything: visa requirements, FBAR and FATCA obligations, healthcare systems, banking, housing, neighborhoods, cost of living, and the cultural adaptation that makes the difference between surviving abroad and thriving there.

What Readers Say

"Finally, a guide that actually addresses US tax obligations. The FBAR and FATCA sections alone saved me from making expensive mistakes."

Michael R.

Relocated to Lisbon

"The neighborhood breakdowns were incredibly helpful. I knew exactly which areas to look at before I even landed in Medellín."

Sarah K.

Relocated to Medellín

"The 90-day timeline kept me organized and on track. I felt prepared at every stage of the move."

David L.

Relocated to Chiang Mai

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