Americans are leaving the U.S. in record numbers and spending hundreds to learn how to do it
Expatsi's "Move Abroad Con" attracted hundreds of Americans hoping to move overseas.
TL;DR
- A record number of Americans are leaving the U.S., with net negative migration reported for the first time in at least 50 years.
- Events like Expatsi's "Move Abroad Con" are seeing increased attendance, with hundreds of Americans seeking information on relocating overseas.
- Political reasons are the primary motivator for emigration, cited by 89% of attendees surveyed at the "Move Abroad Con".
- Other motivations include seeking adventure and growth (73%), and financial savings (57%).
- Attendees are planning moves within two years, with an average monthly budget of $3,856.
- Popular destinations mentioned include Mexico, Portugal, Canada, and New Zealand.
- Personal factors like reproductive rights and voting rights, alongside perceived political regression in the U.S., are driving some citizens to seek countries with aligning values, such as Mexico with its gender equality laws.
- Relocation tours and conferences offer expert advice on visas, taxes, healthcare, and logistical challenges of moving abroad.
- The cost of moving and living abroad varies significantly by destination and lifestyle.