places are alot different when you have money.

After living many years in the US, then in Europe, then in Asia, plus long visits to Africa and Latin America, I finally made my choice of a place to spend the last years of my life.... and I chose Mexico. After almost 15 years and now in my old age, I can safely say that what I get in Mexico is a very high "quality of life". The weather, the culture, the diversity and the food are very attractive. But so are the friendly people, excellent health care, the freedom (yes, I feel oppressed every time I visit the US), the landscapes and the undeniable fact that my savings go a long way in Mexico. Many people in the US ask me if Mexico is safe... strange question coming from a country with daily mass shootings, but my answer to them is: the three times I was mugged in my life, it happened in the US.

Since I now live here permanently, I was delighted to see you choose Mexico from among the 200 countries you have visited and analyzed.

Definitely Malaysia. It is one of my top 5 places. 2) Portugal, Algarve region. 3) Taiwan.

I live in Belgrade and I don't miss the US at all. I've lived on Bali and in Thailand and always missed certain things like western food and bath tubs... Serbia has all of that and everybody is great!

As someone living in Mexico, I can say it is indeed quite nice. If only crime, corruption, mediocre mindset, and inefficient and inept bureaucracy could be improved, it would become a top tier country. And Poland is a great country too. Only complaint I have there is the food... it is not bad, but not as great as Mexico or Malaysia.

Great country Serbia, Belgrade as a big European city, lot of job offers , on 2 rivers, night clubs, museums etc . Rest of country is agricultural miracle , they produce all sorts of fruits and vegetables. Great organic food. They have beutiful landscapes , Mountains, Rivers, lakes. People are so nice and welcoming , you can meet English speaking friend on every corner. My big recommendation to visit, live , make a family . Love you from Romania.🇷🇸❤️

I'm Portuguese but still I would put it in my first option, because the only problem I see in Portugal is that we aren't as rich as other europeans countries, the rest! It's just too good, really good food (and WINE!!!), really good people, really good weather, really good beaches, really safe to be around and you can still have the countryside life! But yes... Another 2 countries I would live in if I were rich would be Malaysia and Spain... Even though it's close, it's a really cool place 😂😂😂

From my experience you need at least 2 years to understand if you like to really live in a place. In the beginning you're kind of a long term tourists. It's things like coping with the plumber, going to the doctor, taking the car to the garage, passing time with local friends (not aquaintances, real friends) that make you understand what a place is really like. Also it depends on one's budget and if you have kids. I chose to live in Greece because people there are great with children and generally Greeks are very hospitable and friendly. The nature is beautiful and you don't have to pay anything to go to the beach or take a walk in the nature. So even if you don't have much money you can still enjoy the beauty of the place. Also the weather is a plus for me. The islands usually have a lovely breeze in summer and the winters there are milder than on the mainland. The quality of the food in Greece is very good, especially fruits and vegetables are fresh and tasty. Greece is also quite safe, the crime rate is low.

My mother was Austrian. I got to know many of her childhood friends. They were Russian, Polish, Czech and Serbian. I speak both German and Spanish, So.... #1 Serbia #2 Mexico. Thanks for this.

His choices: 1. Malaysia 2. Mexico 3. Serbia 4. Georgia

I live in Novi Sad (Serbia’s second largest city) and I noticed one interesting thing in the last few years: a lot of people from here have a desire to move to other countries (mostly EU countries like Germany or Austria) and at the same time an increasing number of foreigners are moving to Serbia (including a lot of people from the US). It looks like there are a lot of foreigners that appreciate Serbia more so than natives.

We've been pondering where we'd like to live, and Malaysia is pretty high on our list. We travelled around the country in 2018 and absolutely loved it there. We were in Mexico for a month last year and felt like that was a place we could easily return to. There's so much to offer and we agree with your sentiment that you could keep travelling back there and not run out of things to discover. As an alternative to Mexico we also loved Argentina in Latin America. We're yet to travel extensively through Europe (we were hoping to do that last year, but then Covid happened) but I think Eastern Europe, Portugal or Turkey would be a good third choice.

I went to Malaysia once for 2 days & fell in love with it. I’ve always wanted to go back. It’s my top 3 as well. Not in any orders, Malaysia, Panama City/Costa Rica, Vietnam/Philippines.

For me: 1- Portugal 🇵🇹 & Italy 🇮🇹 2- Mexico 🇲🇽 3- Malaysia 🇲🇾

I have been residing in Southern Albania since September 2020, and I have no plans to return to US. I found you on an Albania Expat group and love your videos. As a US citizen; I have thought several times of renouncing my citizenship. Good to know where I can go when I am ready to make that move. I was wondering what your opinion is of Abania as a place to live/reside. Its a very raw country and the prices are very low. People here are friendly and I have had more success here with friendships than ever in the US. Thanks!

Our three choices are all in Asia. Japan (3 months because of the difficulty in getting a retirement visa) for the culture, history, food and people. Malaysia 6 months) for the food, the weather and the ease of the Malaysia My 2nd Home program. Singapore (3 months for the same reason) for family and food. Thailand had been on the list, but the new health insurance requirements for entering, along with the escalating unrest and what is essentially a military government changed their status.

Malaysia and Serbia definitely. Indecisive between Italy (Firenze) and south France.

Twenty years ago I retired and after pre-planned research trips visiting many places from Pacific islands to Turkey and from US northern border to Colombia passing through Florida and the Keys ~ decided to move to Mexico. I reevaluate every year! ... and I am still here in Mexico. Travel in Winter in Mexico, travel to the US in Summer to visit family and the rest of the world in Spring and Fall. Do not let the sensationalist news headlines cloud your judgement. Mexico is a big country, all climates present from tropical beaches and jungles to great forests, snow capped mountains and great deserts and plains. Many ancient and modern cultures. Immigrants from all over as it was the center of the world trade for 300 years. See history of the dollar ! Rich history and many native cultures and archeological sites. Friendly people and great food. Paradise is not perfect but it is still paradise.

I would move to Malaysia for 4 reasons. Diverse cultures, people are very friendly, you can get all kinds of foods, and cost living is manageable.

we're considering spending part of the year in Mexico. I have visited many times for vacation, different regions and definitely fits the needs in terms of affordability, nice people, great food, weather...as for me, because of my age I've been looking into places like Portugal and Spain for a slower pace of life, but again not all year round. Good videos!

Great question and good rationale. My list would be: 1)Malaysia (for the reasons you listed), 2) Puglia, Italy (Italy for the history and food. The South is slower and laid back with great people, but easy access throughout the country), 3) Uruguay (European culture, stability). I do not know Mexico City well. But you are correct about the incredible diversity.

I have a friend who has been in many countries that I haven't been in, and he remarked that he liked Malaysia very much. To put it in the rather simplistic way he did, he said there are three main groups of people: Chinese, Indians and Malays. He said the Chinese basically run most things, the Indians do most of the physical labor, and the Malays, knowing they have a good situation, tend to avoid causing any conflict, and enjoy the situation. If this is true, it's probably more so in the Peninsula although he had visited East Malaysia. I recall reading a comment (although I don't recall whether it was from Malaysia or Indonesia) regarding the Muslims and attitudes toward other religions that went "this isn't the Middle East" meaning that different groups were accepted and the Muslims weren't antagonistic toward other groups, and religious terrorists/extremists weren't an issue there. I'm a biologist, and Malaysia has a lot of plants and insects I would like to study.

I went to Malaysia in 2012 and also thought I could see myself living there as well.

Any country that doesn't have extradition with the US

I'm from Mexico, also a US citizen. My top would be Mexico, Portugal, and Malaysia or Thailand. Everytime I meet people who have traveled around the world 80% plus of them say Mexico is the best.

Im a South East Asian, I support Malaysia for one of your choice, the country is developed, the multicultural people are nice, the language easy, cheap life, etc.

Malaysia has been a bliss. Additionally maybe South Korea and Mexico.

I once took a bus from Mexico City to Acapulco. Breathtaking. I couldn’t believe how beautiful it is.

I absolutely agree that US, UK, Australia etc are not on your list !

My favorites include Montenegro, Spain/Portugal and Argentina

I am Malaysia. I personally think it is good to have incomes out of Malaysia and stay here because The living cost is low due to its currency. Geographically Malaysia is safe from natural disaster. It would be nice if I can work from other country with high pay salary and settle down in Malaysia

love these sorts of videos where we hear Andrew's definitive opinion on things . I understand Andrew likes to temper his thoughts and qualify his statements to let people know everyone's circumstance is somewhat different.

I have been live in Vietnam, Malaysia, and the Philippine and I agree that Malaysia is the best out of these three countries but Vietnam has the best weather climate out of these three countries. Currently, I reside in Boston, back in 1992 I drove across the United States.

I started to follow you today and I your advice is great... Thank you for your videos. greatings from Chihuahua.

I've traveled to many places but Mexico blew my breath away!

I've been living my young age in Europe, never found a good life nor opportunities. I arrived in Mexico and at the 3 th day I started a job and was the beginning of a exciting, prosperous life, great people, marvelous land, now my Mexican son wants to explore Malaysia. I follow with great interest your videos and information. Thanks 🙏

CA exit wealth tax is the final straw for me . . . im out.

You nailed it on the head as to why there are soooooo many Aussie backpackers, English teachers and expats all over the world.

Malaysia spent 5 years there it was heaven

I like the 3rd choice Andrew haha, and definitely would be one of my top 3 choices for countries!

Malaysia is best for food, natural attractions and cultural diversity.

For me it is the Netherlands, France, and Japan. I love the Dutch way of life and cities. France is a massive country I enjoy visiting frequently to different parts of it (keep in mind that France has a lot of old colonial overseas territories, so I am exploiting this for vacations in the pacific, South America, North America, and more). Japan is also a big country I love, with many friends and family from there.

I LOVE MEXICO 🇲🇽 I'm trying to figue out if there is any downside of gaining Residency in Mexico, from a tax perspective, as opposed to entering on a FMM Tourist Visa. Any insight?

This is a really hard choice. I would have to say it's a toss up between Slovenia, Spain, Mexico and/or New Zealand.

I’m in Mexico now and completely agree with your evaluation and bite of approval. Other countries on our radar, worth what added consideration of their novid policies, are Nicaragua and Georgia. Though Georgia has taken a negative turn in this particular instance.

Very interesting! Thank you for all advices. Regards from South Africa!

Since 1990, I've worked or lived in 40 countries and now have a short list of where I want to live permanently as I plan to split my time between Asia and Europe starting in 2023. Malaysia is definitely at the top of my list but not year-round. I'm also looking at spending a few months in Portugal and Serbia and if I can afford it, Lyon France.

Interesting choices. Thanks for posting.

Portugal, Spain, Italy I don’t want to spent too much time flying

Totally agree with Malaysia and Mexico!! For Europe, Im not sure.. maybe Estonia or Slovenia.

Mexico would most definitely be on my list of three places to live! More specifically-Isla Mujeres Mexico Secondly I would choose Okinawa the people are wonderful and it has such a rich history and culture and they are so respectful. The third place would most likely be Dubai in the UAE.

Spring/Summer-France. Fall-England. Winter-Bahamas or Switzerland.

This site has made Malaysia my next destination on the wish list

1) Malaysia 2) Cuba 3) UK and its overseas dependent territories.

My 3 1-Brazil Colombia for a close second 2- Spain 3 - Thailand Own property in Brazil and Italy so far collecting 10 more international homes.

I agree with all three. Mexico has so much to offer and I love Serbia for both city life and the rural areas are remarkable. It's so easy to get to know people and develop relationships in Mexico and Serbia. I'm loving Slovenia currently.

Malta, Sebia, Malaysia for me. UK is great for business but living there is just terrible. Estonia would be in the running if their govt of 5 years ago was still in power.

Greetings from SERBIAN in UK! Nice to hear things from you!

iraq, syria, n afghanistan, lots of excitement everyday.....

My three countries are Malaysia, Georgia, Czech

1. United States of America: only 4 months out of the year would make me love America 🇺🇸 more!!! 2. Brazil: the people, I love the language and the music! 3. East Africa (either Kenya, Ethiopia or Tanzania): being a mixed race black man; I would blend in very well there, yet still feel independent and keep my sense of self. ✌🏽😉

I'm colombian and I totally agree with your choice regarding to live in Mexico. Amazing country.

I left Seattle WA in 1995 came to KL and have never looked back. Now I"m on MM2H probably like yourself. Bought a great place to live in Bangsar South. PM me if you want trade ideas. Haven't been back to Seattle or the USA in 8 years no love loss for sure.

Entertaining video! 👏👏👏 My choices Malaysia... Peru and Portugal

Totally understand Malaysia and Serbia, Mexico is a country I have never been. As soon as we can travel again would like to visit!

Hey, great videos! What countries do you recommend to open a savings bank account? Also, regarding real state, do you keep the offer of the 3 countries you listed on this video? Gracias!

Andrew, have you rated all of the interesting countries according to all of the criteria (food, climate, culture, health care, taxes, etc) that someone might consider? if so, we could then select the criteria that matters to us and see which countries rank highest according to that criteria. Thanks. I really enjoy your channel.

For me it's the Czech Republic (here currently), probably Malaysia and then Colombia or Panama

1. Malaysia. THANK YOU. Great weather except maybe during the monsoon (Oct to Dec). Easy to learn language (Bahasa Malaysia) but we do learn English as a Secondary Language.

He was SO smart to denounce his U.S. citizenship.

I have been in only 8 countries and Malaysia is awesome . People are nice and warm thats very important for me . Food is amazing , nice weather .

Italy (still sunbathing in the south in December !!), Sri Lanka (cheap, friendly, english-speaking, culturally fascinating and great beaches/surfing) and Indonesia (enormous variety of everything !!). This is my life....or at least it will be once they let us back in again !!!

Pretty good selection, very difficult to better that trio

Portugal, Finland and Malaysia.

Malaysia has the benefit of also touching Singapore and Thailand which opens up many more travel choices in a very short distance.

I am Venezuelan, being a digital nomad the past 5 years because my online bizz (not 7 figures yet haha) and i lived in Russia, Latvia, North Macedonia, and Romania in the last years for different period of times. My business is related to traveling/music/concerts business (yes, horrible 2020) so my choices would be only in Europe or Latin America. In Latin America i am with Andrew, i would chose Mexico as for me it is the best country for business in the whole continent. Easy going costumers, friendly people, big country, big market, and not an expensive country where to live. Being Venezuelan i won't choose Colombia as for me is chaotic as my country and i don't want to live in a place like this anymore, but i have to admit that Colombia is a great market for new business too, so people can try. In Europe i would choose Czech Republic. Lots of events, beautiful country, not so expensive, in the middle between West and East, good fly and bus connections, cheap beer, party people, good festivals, no refugees problem, kind of safe place, more than Western Europe. And my first choice for over all would be North Macedonia. I love Balkans, the food, the people, the easy going attitude, but Macedonia is in my top of them, most friendly people i ever met in Europe, cheap country with a brilliant future, very safe until the point that i can count with my hands the number of police officers i had see them there in 2 years, good night life, people has a bit of that crazy unworried Latin American attitude that i am used to, and even many understand Spanish because soap operas, very intelligent and creative people, so I understand Andrew when he talks about Serbia or Montenegro. Life is good in the Balkans nowadays. After this 3 choices i will add Lithuania/Latvia and Romania in Europe and Chile and Costa Rica in Latin America. Unluckily i had never been to Asia, but yes Malaysia it seems a good destination.

Thanks for sharing, valid points for sure! I’d choose Canada, Malaysia and Byblos, Lebanon:). My dads bestie moved to Malaysia 20yrs ago for the same points you mentioned:)

Can you do a video on how someone could test the waters of living in a new country? Do you go live there for a month in an Airbnb rental? What about understanding difficulty situations like political unrest or natural disasters that the country might be prone to.

I think my 3 picks would be Colombia, Spain, Malayasia

Malaysia,Mexico,Portugal

Not to mention that Malaysians speak good English. Money no object any Scandinavian country during the summer, Thailand during the winter and a month in Japan.

Not yet visited Mexico but would love to. Portugal and Malaysia are wonderful countries and totally agree with you about those two.

I read online that Mexico is set to legalize weed nationwide this year. Weed, tacos, beaches, beautiful culture. Can't beat that. Also, the added stability that you could be back in the USA in less than 5 hours for a reasonable price should anything happen to you or your family back home. I love your list, one is Asia, one in Latam, and one in Eastern Europe.

Malaysia..mexico..serbia..did it myself

I'm happy with my status; born in Brazil which gives me the Mercosul that includes Uruguay (Punta del Este-Tax haven), Argentina and Paraguay; Greek citizenship (EU) and a permanent residency in NewZealand. All for free!!! :)

I have lived in a number of countries in my life starting at the age of 28. I had a great time in Nanjing, China, and I would certainly keep Nanjing among the three countries I would love to live in. Nowadays, I live in Surabaya, and I also love this place. The third one would be to live in South America like Mexico or Colombia.

I love malaysia.. and mexico.. i would live in Colombia tho.. i am planning on moving there in a few months ❤️

I see Andrew. I click. I watch. .... and I press the Like button to help him out

Love your choices!

Very interesting! I am headed to Serbia this year..for love..but I am happy to see it is one of your choices!

I am moving back to my home town of Belgrade after 30 years of living in NYC. I will miss my winter escapes to Playa Del Carmen, Mexico!

Good call on Mexico. Going to Riviera Maya again in a few weeks..

what about „stability, security AND freedom“ in the long run?

Our choices are very similar - Mexico, Thailand and Serbia

Most fascinating video and love all the comments - also enlightening! 👍🏼

I’m already on the Mexico path, so I like to here that’s your choice as well! Portugal seems to be next on my list, and then south east Asia I’ve never been, but I like the idea as well! As a motorcycle traveler I feel like those continents would give me access to the world

Thought he was going to choose Montenegro for his Europe section so all 3 choices would start with M.. Malaysia, Mexico, Montenegro haha

I think you made excellent choices. I was surprised at your command of the many variables that must be considered and weighed.

Your the only other person I have met who gets the idea of seasonal travel to different countries