How to choose the ideal country and city for life

Nowadays it is relatively easy to change your life: change your place of work, profession, country, city. Just imagine, a hundred years ago it was almost impossible for most citizens. There was an unspoken law “where I was born, I fit in there.” The moves were rather forced measures. They moved for a better life, escaped from wars and famine.

Today, in the age of the Internet and technology, you can live several lives, opening a new chapter of your life in another country. To begin with, you can explore your homeland, and then feel like a local resident of Georgia, Serbia, Turkey, Thailand, Spain, Portugal and many other countries. You can simulate what your new life will look like in another city, country, and culture. Thanks to articles, reviews, videos on the Internet and our website, you can collect the necessary information about culture, weather, employment opportunities and legalization.

Suppose you decide that it is better to move to Germany:

• Collect information to check if it suits you: weather, nature, culture, economy.
• Find out how to get a visa, a work permit, how to legalize, rent a house, and how to solve other everyday issues.
• Collect the necessary documents, buy a plane ticket and go ahead!

It's easy when you know where you want to move to and where it will be more comfortable to live. Otherwise, you will have to decide on the country by comparing the most significant factors for yourself.

Useful information:

Countries of the world in terms of security

Ranking of countries in the world by the level of medicine

How to choose: which country to move to, which city to live in​

Lifestyle. This implies the main aspects for you. Where do you prefer to live: in a house in the suburbs or in an apartment in the city center. Is it important for you to have your own car or do you prefer public transport? Find out how people live in your chosen country and city, what kind of transport there is, entertainment options, how people interact with each other.

Culture and religion. If the place you choose has great cultural differences, you will have to spend time on a preliminary study of the location. To find out how to behave, what is possible and what is not. This will ensure your safety, protect you from unexpected surprises, and allow you to understand whether this is really the place to move to.

Climate and weather. For many, this is a decisive factor when changing their place of residence. According to various studies, the number of sunny days and a comfortable temperature significantly affect our mood. You like the change of seasons and you are not afraid of the cold either – choose Copenhagen, London, Stockholm, Oslo, Berlin, Seattle, New York. Love the sun – welcome to Barcelona, Lisbon, Rome, Athens, Bordeaux...

The main language is . It is risky to think that your or English language will be enough. Perhaps it will seem that way at the beginning of the journey. But if you want to assimilate, you will need to learn the main language of the country. Therefore, weigh your abilities and decide whether you are really ready to teach him.

Useful:

What is a residence permit — a temporary residence permit in different countries

Terms of obtaining citizenship by naturalization in different countries

Moving Cost Calculator

How to start planning a move

Nature, climate, sea or mountains, culture and local cuisine are certainly important, but... the first thing to think about is how to make money. Will you be able to find a good job, open a business, or work freelance? When choosing a job, find out about salaries, benefits, laws, and the number of vacation days. When planning a business – about taxes, registration conditions, requirements and much more. A good start would be to look for a job directly. Some companies not only employ, but also give advice before moving to a new country. When planning where to move, always keep in mind what is important to you. Then living in a new place will become an exciting adventure with new opportunities for a comfortable life and career.

Useful:

Where can I look for a job abroad?

List of countries issuing visas for digital nomads

How to compare cities: Instructions for working with the website