Celebrities Are FLEEING the USA - Here's Where They're Going

[@TravelingwithKristin]

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[@RamonRodriguez-hq7vn]

Referring to Americans moving to another country, specifically in Europe, Asia or Africa. Our ancestors moved here from these countries, for the same reasons that you mentioned. Why Americans are moving out of the United States, I call this reverse immigration. Going back to Europe, whether it's Great Britain, Spain, Germany, France etc. Right now it's just a slow drip out of the faucet. Coming a year or two, alot of Americans are going to find out. Trump and the Republican party, had broken the United States.

[@cinziam457]

Eva Longoria has been living in Spain for almost THREE YEARS. Tom Cruise -- Been living in UK for 5 years; moved back to the US this 2024 Johnny Depp -- Bought a home in England in 2014, has been living there on/off ever since Tom Hanks-- Has been living in Antiparos, on/off, for years Whoopi Goldberg -- has a home in Sardinia Helen Mirren has a home in Puglia THESE PEOPLE HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO LIVE ANYWHERE.

[@justrosy5]

So could people with passports spend 180 days in Canada and 180 days in the UK, then switch back and forth indefinitely?

[@ZafWitness]

@@cinziam457 Good for them :D Tom Cruise ofc is supporting Donald Trump, so is expected to get a heroes welcome back.

[@SeaJay_Oceans]

Good to see Trump improving USA even before he takes office. World Travel is fun and exciting. Australia & New Zealand have wonderful VISAs for the well to do...

[@Gramma_Holly]

Celebrities, like everyone else, have the right to make the decisions that are best for them. They don't owe anyone an explanation. As far as staying to 'fight' for your country, that's a personal choice too. Sometimes though, depending on the situation, you have to get out while you can. Staying can cost you your life.

[@meahdahlgren6537]

❤❤

[@mredsmoak]

As far as your question about should you leave your country. As a mixed race family with a teenage daughter we have been trying to many years to make changes and be part of our community. When you get to a point where you don't feel like you belong, are safe, or your values align with the majority of your country you have to decide what quality of life you want and where that is best achieved. There is nothing wrong with doing what is best for your family.

[@autumnlynn]

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[@brendadavis7322]

Absolutely!

[@Willhart33]

Trump cut funding to a lot of programs that were helping people the last time he was in the Oval Office. Biden brought a lot of them back in 2021, but the next few years are probably going to go from bad to worse for many. People should have the right to do what they have to do to take care of themselves.

[@Willhart33]

Rule # 1 is take care of yourself. Agreed.

[@delaneyondreams]

Thank you for all you have already done to improve our civil rights, tolerance etc. Enough is enough! Wouldn't it be a treat to live in a country you can feel confidently proud of for its values, policies, laws, tolerance, and all the Enlightenment Period values that made me Proud to be an American of that sort!

[@cachecow]

When you reach retirement age and politics is the way it is in the US, there's very little reason for me to stick around and watch the next 4 to 8 years of this hateful chaos "America, love it or leave it" ? I'll use what little privilege and money I have for a residency elsewhere

[@SueIsRetiringToFrance]

I am. Moving to France next May. Was planning it for awhile, now just making it happen sooner.

[@karlaelvis9815]

As will I and my partner.... and as I have decided to leave, more and more reasons to do so come to mind including gun violence, increasing homelessness along with increasing crime - folks go into a store and simply walk out with merchandise without paying - and nobody stops them. Corporations have decided that it is cheaper/safer to just let the criminals go unchallenged. More and more merchandise is being displayed in glass cabinets under lock and key to mitigate theft; this requires a shopper to ring a bell to summon a clerk, who then unlocks the case and put your item in a LOCKED plastic box... sometimes they are required to escort you to the checkout stand. How about our "disease management system" (aka healthcare) - most physicians (save for Functional Medical practitioners) do not care if you are "well"/ their goal is to mitigate symptoms via drugs/surgery, frequently causing additional negative symptoms along the way (that's okay - we have LOTS of drugs!) So many more reasons why the U.S. is no longer an attractive place for me to live.

[@johnharrison8089]

I did many years ago and in no way regreat it. It's not for everyone all depends on your personal ability to adapt.

[@pumuckl0]

Don't stick around. Find a retirement visa in a country you like and forget about the US. Time to relax.

[@thomasfranco5997]

Absolutely with you, I am looking in Mexico, I just flew back from Puerto Vallarta. I went to look for a condo or home out there. It is so beautiful with nice beaches and condos for sale out there. Earlier this year I went to visit a co-worker in Guadalajara who retired 5 years ago. He sold his house in Whittier, Ca. and bought a home in GDL-Guadalajara and the home is beautiful with a magnificent pool. I recently retired from an Auto & Home Insurance Co. after 22 years and I am ready now to start a new Chapter. He told me to go to website Capital Brokers Real Estate Guadalajara, Mexico homes for sale. Awesome Homes!!

[@terryschima4964]

Kristin, re: stay and fight. Name one country, empire or kingdom in human history that rose to greatness, declined to the point the US is today, then rose back to greatness again. There are none. Once a nation declines like we have, there’s no returning to greatness. We have all the wealth, etc., but the US has lost its luster in many other ways. We are terrible compared to 40-50 years ago. I don’t even recognize my own country anymore.😢 If people want to leave and can afford it, that’s their business, not anyone else’s. Great video.

[@wandab3843]

How was the US BETTER 40-50 years ago?

[@Superyiyo47]

Japan, Germany more notably after WW II? but a lot of Colonial powers had their rise and fall too.

[@davidhowse884]

@@wandab3843 I guess each time in history had its features. I loved the music of the 60s and 70s and the relaxed sound that it mostly brought. But then was it not that racism and gender equality were still being addressed? If the US goes isolationist, then it can't also be a world leader, and in world affairs it will be displaced and viewed as declined outside the USA. Imo.

[@cjoylabelle]

@@wandab3843 Yes, things were better, people weren’t as divisive. Thanksgiving was an uneventful holiday for the most part. Political BS was not top of mind. There was more solidarity amongst US citizens. We had for the most part similar views and concerns. Life was more about day-to-day living, progressing at work, family life, education, and having fun. I’m not saying it was perfect. Of course there were evils and people living on the fringes of society. But in general the concerns of the day were way less polarizing than they are today. Now, top of mind for most US citizens is immigration, sexuality concerns, and, of course with inflation, financial survival. The rich have gotten so much richer taking more and more of the world's financial pie so to speak, that it has left the rest of us wondering why it is now so hard to get by and who is to blame. Since 1979 in the US, average wage growth has decelerated sharply, with the biggest declines in wage growth at the bottom and the middle. Google it. The wealthy powers that be have deployed their tactics to distract us from their greedy thievery by making the less well off (over 99% of the US population) fight amongst ourselves. It’s unfortunately a tell as old as time when you look at the history of many other nations. The plutocrats are winning and who knows what’s in store for the rest of us with the emergence of AI and robotics. The US is now going to start experiencing what many in the rest of the world have been experiencing. Google dictatorship tactics. It’s a sad time for the US and humanity.

[@christineperez7562]

We stole this land and natives are reclaiming their land. I would rather fight for natives to reclaim their land then let Trump be a dictator. We are trying to take more native land in Mexico and South American countries and that is why they are at the border. Then they get here and are told they are immigrants.

[@paulbrungardt9823]

If I were a celebrity who attended Diddy's Freak Offs, I would be leaving also.

[@Willhart33]

I have been preparing for this moment since mid July. Except after seeing online comments I decided to keep it to myself. I just hope some of my friends don't think I've been kidnapped come February.

[@autumnlynn]

I think people are tired of fighting. This is a good time to explore the world and other cultures, and I think being prepared with other options is a smart thing to do right now. Great video, Kristin!

[@pures1n]

Nah, diddy list celebrities are trying to flee.

[@gloryrich7123]

Left 6 years ago. Won't go back.

[@autumnlynn]

@@gloryrich7123 Wow, where did you end up?

[@MR-pr8tp]

I agree. So many Americans are exhausted from all the drama that goes on and on and on. I do not watch news anymore and to live a more peaceful life, ignore all news and newspapers.

[@pures1n]

AMERICA IS BACK!

[@sesame2565]

Eva Longoria is married to a Mexican rich man. They have a beautiful home by a very famous lake in central Mexico. Old news, not accurate.

[@erents1]

We’ve hit rock bottom, like some old drunken cowboy wandering through the desert on an old tired horse about to collapse. RIP USA

[@Zdashable]

You've just described Joe Biden to a tee 😅

[@RobertJones-jv5cc]

The US deserves what it is getting, and it's only going to be worse. The US does not deserve peace.

[@timmmahhhh]

​@@Zdashablethanks for proving the OP's point.

[@MrKevinbeagle]

@@timmmahhhh isn’t that the truth lol ! Another plank parading their ignorance for all the world to see 😊

[@GH-zy2dh]

the borders are open leave anytime you please:)

[@loricronwell89]

I am moving to France on January 1 because of the quality of life and I feel my values are more aligned with France. I already purchased a home there. I don't feel guilty for leaving at this critical time for our democracy. I can still vote from abroad, write to my congress person, volunteer and I can still impact political change. One thing to keep in mind is that tax residency is based on where you spend the majority of your time. If you spend more than 183 days in a foreign country, you'll still have to file a US tax return, but you might also be considered a tax resident of that foreign country. Be careful with the Schengen 90 days out of a 180 rule.

[@veritastriumphantchurch776]

France is one of the last places on earth that values freedom of thought and critical thinking

[@teddysdadcory]

Kudos to you Lori! My heart is pulled toward France as well as I am half French ancestry. May I ask what region of France you are choosing to call home?

[@martypoll]

If the foreign country has a tax treaty with the US it is very unlikely you will be subject to double taxation.

[@camiller4916]

France has a good tax treaty with the US, no double taxation.

[@merillerobichaux3994]

😂bye

[@TheRealDlo]

It's really simple. People should go where they feel they belong & feel the most comfortable. I dont care what others do, im worried about myself & my family 😊

[@AUMINER1]

worried about safety and high paying jobs with lower taxes and energy....yea, makes perfect sense.

[@sacroyalty]

@TheRealDlo that's a great outlook, I'm in a similar mindset and am planning to leave the USA to try it out.

[@melstark3466]

Well said

[@northpole8634]

​@@AUMINER1 What are ewe talking about? Are ewe regurgitating maga crap?

[@AUMINER1]

@@northpole8634 still haven't come to terms with the massive red wave eh? We feel it's long overdue for your deep dive into the reality of your tds, and what steps you can actively take to heal from it.

[@roaldgrimson-d5w]

Compare 1980's America to now. Compare even early 1990's America to now. America today is unrecognizable!

[@louaceveu1925]

100% Right. I don't know this country anymore.

[@GAURAV25855ify]

​@louaceveu1925 yeah no shit even.the 2000's waantneven.this crazy though they had own stories of twists and tales

[@GAURAV25855ify]

Compare most of the 1990's America to now still a big difference what AMerica was back then compare to what has become right now

[@GAURAV25855ify]

America has become like the purge movies abd white is house is down out together sadly to say it in.2024

[@k2229]

Kristen, your videos are always a breath of fresh "Scandinavian" air. Thank you for your work

[@lynwill9946]

I am considering France and Portugal.

[@nicedoppy2077]

consider latin america, are good options and opportunities there...

[@camiller4916]

France seems to have the best tax treaty with the US

[@jackbaldwin3649]

Same

[@LelandJohnson-u6y]

I have already started my residency visa process with Portugal.

[@aninnerjourney]

Welcome to Portugal! Safe, good food, almost everybody speaks English, a tiny beautiful country... we talk scandals... next morning who cares! 😅

[@sisterdiggins]

People's expectations of celebrities are ridiculous.If I had the money I would leave too!

[@juliereyes2313]

Same here.

[@Skytexture]

Same.

[@natewunderman4597]

I made the decision to leave the USA in late 2021, and signed a lease on a place in Portugal two years later. It was an entire process with a myriad of details, and this is with the privilege of holding a Belgian passport as well as my US one. I have been queried by friends and family about it, and I can tell them only one thing - this is a serious undertaking that is not simple or quick.

[@camiller4916]

Wow, that’s a looong process. How are the taxes in Portugal?

[@natewunderman4597]

@@camiller4916 I extended my exit process by about a year or so due to personal reasons. Nonetheless, a rushed process would be six months minimum just to get the details right Taxes can be high in Portugal, especially from wages. Hiring a good accountancy is vital.

[@DeirdreBrand]

I've been fighting "the man" since I started the first Earth Club at my high school in 1978. Both my husband and I worked our whole lives for environmental and social justice with my husband being an elected politician for 16 years. After working my butt off and sending recurring donations again in this last election, I'm done. My husband passed away this year from cancer at 66 and I just don't want to spend my remaining years in an environment of fear, hate and guns. While I love California - I'm headed to Costa Rica. I can easily get permanent residency in Costa Rica because I have a pension. Also, I have an Irish passport and; my grown daughter has an Irish passport as well. We may head to Europe eventually to be with family - who knows? We are not wealthy, but I believe it will take decades for the USA to recover from what's to come, if it does at all. Trump's reelection left me hopeless. I don't want to live in a country that doesn't consider women to be equal citizens (never mind all they other types of people that will be targeted) and is pumping out greenhouse gasses as fast as they can make them. I just want to see the beauty of the world one more time before we burn the whole thing to cinders.

[@jnhinton]

I'm sorry to hear about your husband. You have spent much of your youth fighting the good fight (thank you!!), and you deserve to enjoy life now.

[@birdlover7776]

Best wishes to you and your new home and adventures 🎉😊

[@camiller4916]

Idk if Costa Rica is any better environment wise. I visited years ago and every single bus, car, train, motorcycle and diesel boat was pumping out black oily exhaust to the point that the streets and buildings had soot all over them. Maybe they have gotten better. I sure hope so. Good luck on ur retirement - I hope u find the pura vida! I’m stuck here for a while longer

[@jackbaldwin3649]

This sums everything I'm feeling. 💔 Good luck in CR or where you go Deirdre!! We are likely leaving California soon ourselves. It's so disheartening.

[@bmwman5]

Who is “the man”?? 😂

[@RJMincey]

Kristin, what I like most about this video is the commentary and perspective you offer. I realize you measure your words and you take care to avoid delving into your own personal social and political ideology - and of course I understand your reasons for that. Still, the information you do choose to share has value nonetheless and I’m sure your audience finds it very helpful. I know I do. As for the celebrities who move abroad, or, for that matter, for others as well, I would never presume to sit in judgment of their decision. Everyone has their own motives, their own stage of life, and their own burdens to bear. Their motives may be about economics, or about health, or about life style, or about human rights, justice, and liberty. You point this out yourself. It’s so easy to sit in our armchair and pass judgment on what other people do. It’s so easy to have all the “answers” for other people. For my part, I have worked in nonprofit organizations, and I have done volunteer work as well. But I take no bows for this. We each have our own gifts and contributions to make. We all play a part in shaping the communities and societies in which we live. If someone feels a need to cut their losses and focus on themselves and their own well-being, they have my full support and encouragement. I don’t think of them as selfish in the least. None of us is made of steel, and sometimes we need to step back and focus on our own health and that of our family and friends. My only advice to people who move abroad is to go with an open mind, free of expectations, and to recognize that you will begin this new chapter of your life as a guest in another culture. I would tell them to leave any swagger and bravado behind. Learn the local language, customs, and traditions as well as you can. Engage with the locals and be friendly and respectful. There is no utopia. There are pros and cons to all countries - even if not in equal measure. The best we can do is try to select a place that is a good match for our way of life and our values. Identify your deal-breakers in advance, and then choose from among the countries that pass that test. Finding a good country and culture is not unlike finding a good life partner. You look for a compatibility of interests and outlook. You share what you have in common, and you respect the ways in which you are different. Also, don’t burn your bridges. Do your best to keep your options open because even as today you may undertake the monumental decision to move abroad, you may want at some point to return to the country of your birth. Kristin - you’re the best. Thank you so much for this video and for your full body of work. You are an inspiration. -Jeff M

[@shinyshinythings]

Well said.

[@DeanRamser]

Another excellent video, Kristin. We are exploring Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy from Dec-March. As retired educators, we are drawn to the sophisticated European lifestyle of dialogue. The French tax treaty and cost of renting seem best for us, although the Italian cuisine, the moderate Portuguese climate, and the warm beaches of Spain are tempting. Stay tune. Dean et Cindy

[@Anthony-P.]

Everyone needs to choose their own path regardless of social status.

[@GhettoGirlTravels]

Ellen has two choices. One: stay in the USA, be targeted, and then used as an example to silence people like her or 2) leave. Maybe the second choice is cover (against what could happen if she stayed), a time to rest (before coming back), or her announcement that she’s done. Either way, it’s her choice.

[@paulashealthyliving]

I feel very fortunate to be Canadian at the moment. I have several friends with dual citizenship with the USA. Many are choosing to remain in or return to Canada. Sadly, moving here is not easy, even for wealthy celebrities. However, Mexico might be a place to consider. I know someone, retired, who purchased a nice apartment outside Puerto Vallarta and qualified to get residency there fairly quickly on his retirement income. He can stay as long as he wants. He says the medical care is great. It's less expensive and he loves the people and feels safe.

[@AdamGordon1977]

Interesting topics. In a global world, remote work and other opportunities should make moving easy even if not long term.

[@voncilledemesa2075]

Anyone can slow travel to several countries without residence. It doesn’t matter if you are a celebrity or not!! Tons of people are bopping around without residence.

[@camiller4916]

Doing the Schengen shuffle

[@JayDoebler]

Thanks from all the Americans who have made you rich, don't let the door hit you in the ass ! ❤

[@jdubwilson2689]

Perfect comment couldn’t agree more!

[@louaceveu1925]

It is going on all over the world, Political parties represent interests not citizens anymore. In the US, being the richest country in the world, it is more obvious because most of the wealth of the economy ends up in the 1% wealthy elite and the standards of living decline steadily for the rest of the American citizens. The standards of living statistics and the Gini index are there to see it. In Europe we had total admiration for the American society in the 60s, the African American rights movements, the folk singers singing about the injustices of American society (We could relate to many of those in Europe), the incredible opposition to the Vietnam war. My question is for the American people, Where did all that spirit go?.

[@LaurieMattke]

I lost my hope when it became apparent that voting technology will always be at risk of being manipulated. When the richest man in the world is allowed to step into the president elects space and take over with no consequence.....and it is ignored by all authorities, it is time to find a small haven to live out my life. I am weary from all of the hatred, anger, misogyny, racism coming from half of our country.

[@EntrepreneurExpat]

We left for Mexico, we’re not celebrities and we still get shit in the comments lol. US is showing too many signs of a falling empire so we’ll explore the world and diversify globally. Re: Eva Longoria, if we were her and our parents had Mexican citizenship (not sure if hers do) we’d get Mexica citizenship asap then leverage that to add an EU passport to the mix via Spain who is giving people from Latin American countries citizenship after living in Spain for two years. We have to do it via naturalization and have some ways to go so if she has a short cut she should use it lol.

[@hansonel]

Jim Morrison moved to Paris and Tina Turner moved to Switzerland in the 90's, guess they were ahead of the game. Planning my exit as well as a digital nomad till I become an expat somewhere in Europe. I think it's good to explore the world, move to another country and enjoy your life. It is indeed exhausting these days advocating for various causes. Just wish I had the privilege, millions in the bank these celebs have and the ability to buy golden visas to whatever country of your choice.

[@floydross9000]

Your measured tone is always refreshing, Kristin.

[@suzanbahl8385]

I think it's no one's business what celebrities do, nor do they need to explain themselves. Neither do I. I've never felt like I belong here, so I'm leaving as soon as I can, hopefully September.

[@SharonLaBolle-u6d]

Don't let the door kick you...

[@RJMincey]

@@SharonLaBolle-u6d, ​ this remark on your part is wholly unnecessary, and it runs contrary to the generous spirit of Kristin’s video. The lesson here is “live and let live.” People of good will should be free to choose their own course in life. That some of us make choices different from your own is no reason to feel threatened, and it’s also reason to express a snarky or snide attitude.

[@SharonLaBolle-u6d]

@@RJMincey And we're free to express our opinions too!

[@RJMincey]

@@SharonLaBolle-u6d, yes, of course. Absolutely. I seek to censor no one. I ask only that we are civil with each other.

[@lindat6688]

@@SharonLaBolle-u6d It was unnecessarily nasty.

[@robinfowler9477]

well i am lucky to have an Irish passport. whether or not i leave, idk. im71 but rely on social security which may be in jeopardy as well. the incoming govt promises to be very oppressive so its not for me to judge if someone should stay and fight. if they do fire or force uncooperative military officers to retire, it could be near impossible to assemble and protest. half the country voted for a liar! how do you turn *that* around?

[@SueIsRetiringToFrance]

It's not really anyone's business what celebrities - or anyone, for that matter - does with their lives. So if they want to move? Great! If they want to stay? Great! Also: as you somewhat mentioned, these people have significant resources. I'd be surprised if most of them, if not all, already have property in one or more countries for visiting.

[@aniee249]

I am considering New Zealand, Australia,Italy,Spain

[@kathypatterson6813]

New Zealand requires a NZ$250,000 investment which cannot be in the form of real estate, cars, or boats.

[@allenpayne6893]

There ara lots of different visas for Australia & NZ, remember if you gain citizenship in NZ or Australia there is freedom of movement between the two countries.

[@MissRed92837]

I’m looking to move to Italy or Spain. Australia has poisonous spiders and snakes everywhere and NZ won’t give me a resident visa due to my disability.

[@HansCedric-o8b]

@@MissRed92837 LOL, I've lived in Sydney for 48 years and haven't seen even one snake, only at the zoo. As for spiders the ones I have seen are harmless. There are dangerous spiders and snakes in almost every country. I have visited and worked in other countries and Australia has been the best. My wife is American and she loves living in Australia. We are now enjoying our retirement. That said, it can be a struggle for the younger ones due to the rising cost of property and rental.

[@MissRed92837]

@ Thanks for sharing. Someone from Australia told me that there are snakes and spiders everywhere in Australia. I’m terrified of snakes! But maybe I should do some more research about living in Australia. I live off of my Swiss disability pension and therefore don’t need a job.

[@JimBarcelona]

People always talk about moving abroad but so few do it. Lots of Great American literature is about life abroad, e.g. Henry James, Ernest Hemingway, Gertrude Stein. Regardless of politics, now is better than later... I've only had regrets for putting adventure off. Great & thoughtful video, Kristin.

[@elena_a-2023]

Hi Kristin, just a couple of things here. Eva Langoria’s husband is business man from Mexico which makes sense she can reside there. She has a strong connection with Spain because of her ancestry (her family immigrated from Spain in the 1500’s to Mexican territory that now belongs to the USA). It makes me wonder if that connection and her husband’s business could be the reason it could be easy for them to live there.

[@LuneUnion]

Leave and fight. I'm not giving up, but I'm not risking my daughter's health and education in the meantime.

[@Wee_Catalyst]

Yeah some of us don’t have the privilege of staying in a place that’s increasingly dangerous and violent for us specifically as trans people, disabled people, Black people, the list goes on

[@brendadavis7322]

It’s absurd that people are upset that celebrities are leaving the country. Many average people are trying to leave as well. NOBODY should criticize people leaving for countries where they feel less persecuted and more welcome than they will under a second Trump presidency.

[@MissRed92837]

Exactly! I have the feeling these people who are mad at people leaving the US, are jealous! I’m leaving too. Yesterday I got moving boxes delivered and I’m starting to pack.

[@birdlover7776]

@@MissRed92837oh gosh congratulations! May I ask where you’re headed?

[@MissRed92837]

@@birdlover7776 I’m not 100% sure yet, but definitely southern Europe. First I wanted to move to the island Mallorca, Spain. So I started to learn Spanish with the Babbel app. But I had to realize that Spanish is very difficult. I do speak a litte Italian and therefore was looking into moving to the island Sardegna, Italy. But many Italian told me that the southern part of Italy is a mess and that Spain would be the better option for me. So now I am also researching about Portugal and France. I have dual citizenship Swiss and US and with my Swiss citizenship I can easily move to many countries.

[@birdlover7776]

@@MissRed92837 lovely! Wishing you the best on where ever life takes you! I have to admit I’m a bit envious lol

[@MissRed92837]

@@birdlover7776 Thank you! 😊 I wish you all the best in life! 🍀

[@BillGreenAZ]

This is some good info. You bring up some good points, some of which I've thought about like staying in your country to make things better. I think this outfit that you're wearing is one of my favorites you've ever worn!

[@WrldExplorer]

When you live in a country as big as the USA, and every direction you go, you run into other Americans, with just about the same history, and language, it would only make sense to move abroad once you’re retired, situation capable, or financially able to live on a continent where you can travel shorter distances, to other countries, and have a totally different experience, with different cultures, languages, foods and a way of life. Millionaires who migrated in 2022, 122k. 128k this year projected. The countries were Malta, Italy, Portugal, and Greece.

[@lucianeedgington9421]

I am soooo happy those so called “celebrities “ is leaving and holding they will never come back.🎉

[@reneestevez7193]

Probably their names will pop in any of those compromising lists. Just commenting......

[@jPuma817]

even if you are abroad you can still vote and make donations to PACs so it wouldn't make a different if the rich left or stayed, they can find ways to help out if they wish to, I wish to relocate to Spain/Portugal cause they are the easiest patch to citizenship

[@martylovejoy]

Very clever hook to showcase your vast relocation knowledge! Way to go Kristin!

[@sweetandsimple.]

I don't think rich celebs would find it difficult to get citizenship in another country. I'd imagine you just pay the money and take a test. Am I wrong?

[@kitty_s23456]

It depends on the country. For countries with golden visas or citizenship by investment, you'll have to pay the investment and/ or buy property, then wait for the legal stuff/ bureaucracy until they issue your visa or citizenship papers. In the meantime, the celeb can go there as a tourist. Stay there for the max time allowed for tourists then country-hop. If you have lots of $$€€££, it's easier.

[@CJ-ty8sv]

@@kitty_s23456 There's an old saying, "money talks and sh!t walks". While countries have rules, "rules", rules always have loopholes that can be exploited. just saying....

[@neilhupping9106]

Really good video. Celebrities can do whatever they want. They’ve worked and earned their money. Who are we to tell them what they can do with their lives

[@milliealford8968]

GO FOR IT, I'LL HELP YOU PACK. Don't think thats the only reason they're leaving, if get what I mean...

[@chinweokoye9949]

Thank you for such a thoughtful vlog!!

[@patriciaclavero4135]

Who cares about “celebrities”.

[@northpole8634]

Who cares about ewe?

[@grntchstrmdws]

In the examples discussed, 180 days and 90 days, is this the maximum per year or per border crossing? In other words, if I entered Spain and spent two months and then slipped over the border into Portugal and spent a week there before returning to Spain, would I be limited to one month or would the 90 day clock start again?

[@kitty_s23456]

It's the total number of days in the Schengen Area. In your example, if you spent 60 days in Spain then 20 days in Portugal, then if you decide to return to Spain you can only stay there for 10 more days. Ideally, make it 9 or 8 days so that you don't max out the number of days because sometimes SHTF. Then you'll have to fly out to a non-Schengen country (example Serbia, Montenegro, Albania, etc) and stay there for at least 90 days. Then you can return to the Schengen area for another 90 (or 89) days.

[@grntchstrmdws]

@@kitty_s23456 Wow. Complicated. Thank you.

[@kitty_s23456]

@@grntchstrmdws you're welcome. That's why if you don't have a work permit/ residency or retirement visa, you can't stay for long in many countries where you're not a citizen. In most countries, foreigners can't work if on tourist visa. Exceptions are Albania and Georgia (the country) where US citizens can stay for 1 year on a tourist visa. Caution re: Georgia, they recently voted a pro-Russia/ Putin leader. Many Russians also went there to escape conscription, increasing the price for rental properties.

[@irishinn62972]

Portia was born in Australia, so they could have gotten residency through her being born in the British Commonwealth.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

I don't think they would qualify unless Portia also has UK citizenship, which I'm not aware of (if so). My cousin is married to a British man and they could only stay in Australia for 6 months before returning to Uk.

[@irishinn62972]

@@TravelingwithKristin Would be good to find out for certain for other people in same situation.

[@davidbailey3289]

There are those of us who want to look up rental property and other things needed to move. Could you please link some sites you use or is that strictly for consultation clients only.

[@jbarson6671]

I don't know about Australia but it certainly doesn't work that way for Canadian citizens.

[@carolpool5583]

I had thought about leaving but my brother convinced me to stay and fight for things I believe in. The political pendulum has swung right but the pendulum always swings back. My concern is the absolute lack of morality of so many in government. Can't believe the Christians are so gung Hou for a president who is the least Christian person I have heard about in years. They were dupped.

[@colibri1]

It's not the public in general that is criticizing these people for leaving the US. It is right-wing members of the US public, those who approve of fascism and want people to stay and suffer under it.

[@birdlover7776]

Indeed

[@CJ-ty8sv]

bwhahaha, constantly telling yourself that doesn't mean it is or will be true... Most "right-wingers" aren't criticizing them for moving, they are egging them on to actually hold true to their words and move like they say their gonna. the "right-wingers" criticize them when they say they're gonna and then don't follow through with it.

[@JD-xo3xz]

My great grandfather was from Barcelona, but unfortunately Spain only recognizes two generations in arears :(

[@mredsmoak]

Thank you for pointing out the negative impact on the local economy. I am very interested in moving abroad, and quite aware of the rush of western individuals moving into places and making the economy unlivable for locals. And investors from other countries using the golden visa leading to driving up housing prices. Celebrity or not it is something to be aware of. If you want to move to another country you should be aware of the economic impact and support local as much as possible. Rent from a local family not an out of country landlord who has driven up rental prices. Shop at local stores and cafes as much as possible. Get involved with local charities, etc. We are considering all of that as we get closer to potentially being able to move.

[@Wee_Catalyst]

All very important considerations! Also approaching it that way as it’s worked out for me (and my former local communities) in the past when I approached it that way

[@rhysiescups]

It's rare to see people who remain conscientious about things like this, hope you're happy wherever you decide to relocate

[@JDHorn]

Just when I’m thinking I simply don’t care, she brings up Cher, and I’m riveted.

[@birdlover7776]

Love Cher !

[@RyanLopez-dp7vs]

God willing I will be moving to either Italy 🇮🇹 or Portugal 🇵🇹!!! 🙏🏻

[@bethwhite2857]

20 yr expat and watching my country of birth falling apart .. can't afford to live there now.

[@infour44]

He says with a little humour Ms Ellen and her partner will find The Cotswolds quite a change. There’s a lot of old money and inherited furniture there. Good luck to them regardless.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Looks like a beautiful area! I hoped to go last summer but missed out.

[@melaniepitt4295]

@@TravelingwithKristin I don't want to put you off as there are a lot pretty villages but is a small area, expensive and incredibly crowded these days. I have lived here for many years and in the US and if my circumstances were different would move to New Zealand. Anyway, hope you make it and enjoy.

[@gloriacuy741]

I agree with Autumn. It's a good time to explore other places in the world. If I was very set up financially, like the people on the list I'd live elsewhere. Less crime, less expensive, walking culture and hopefully less hate.

[@autumnlynn]

❤ Well said.

[@adriam7425]

@TravelingwithKristin Portia de Rossi is Australian, which is part of The Commonwealth. Unless she’s renounced her Australian citizenship, doesn’t that factor change their U.K. Residency options?

[@SherryShone]

I’ll doing what’s best for my family and celebrities should too! Only we can make that choice. I love sharing our stories and hope that folks continue to use this time to reflect on how the rest of those that have to stay because of the sheer economics of it it is very expensive to move as a family to another country. Yes you can be a digital nomad if you have to have a year I believe of work. I pray that we continue to grow and be free

[@alannahprestaynofbraavos5759]

Spain has a shorter residency time for people from former colonies (including Puerto Rico, even though it is a US territory). Longoria might be able to fast track Mexican residency based upon heritage and the Spanish residency. Elon's daughter's mother is Canadian.

[@dennismccowan5375]

Where can "normal" people move, who are not rich, retirement age?

[@kitty_s23456]

Kristin has several vids about where you can live on $1000 or $1500 per month. It depends whether you like hot or cold climates, if you care abt their politics, language, religion, etc. Take note of their visa policies, healthcare quality, etc.

[@camiller4916]

Panama, France, Spain, Ireland, Isle of Man, Albania, Gibraltar

[@Loulou-ub2rj]

People should go where they feel comfortable. We have no right to tell someone if they have to stay or go.

[@chrisubias7135]

I was stationed in West Germany for seven years and loved it, 85-92. My kids were born and grew up there. But had to move back due to military Reductions. I ended up going to night school get my degree. I ended up being a ship engineer and was a rep for German and Danish companies. As in the military and civilian work I lived, worked, studied, and some vacation in 48 different countries. I was offered a position in Germany but my kids were in Junior high so I turned it down. They would have paid for my move because they were sponsoring me. This was back in 2004. Now I am too old to be sponsored again. I plan to retire in a couple of years. Sometimes I wish I would have gone back to Germany.

[@stanobert3475]

These celebrities are the fortunate ones with the money to make a quick move. I don't blame them for fleeing impending fascism.

[@michaelhouse2951]

Even from abroad, you’re doing your part in helping educate Americans that there’s an entirely different world outside the US, and often many places offer a better quality of life, healthcare, education system, safety, culture, etc. You don’t have to be on the ground to fight a good cause, and you are living proof of that 🙏 thank you for all you do and all of your fantastic informative content 🙏

[@captain.eddy333]

Everyone has the right to follow their own conscious. It's called free will. As long as one causes no harm to others, disengaging from a non productive situation may be the best choice. Think of it as the global version of escaping an abusive relationship 🥴. I'm looking forward to our zoom chat next month

[@SJB9567]

I don’t think they owe us every detail about their lives. It’s their lives. More power to them. I wish I could go too.

[@delaneyondreams]

This is a beautifully thought out presentation. Thank you! Especially as retirees, people can live in a country that is safer from retribution. or stripping of civil rights, and be very active in the ways you outlined in forwarding their causes. So sorry the golden visas have withered.

[@TheMKEWERBY]

Kristin, does Italy have that citizenship by descent option, as well?

[@kitty_s23456]

Yes. See the website of the Italian consulate for details. There are also several vlogs on how one can claim Italian citizenship by descent.

[@TheMKEWERBY]

@@kitty_s23456 Thank you, I'll be sure to!

[@kitty_s23456]

@TheMKEWERBY you're welcome. It can take a long time, esp to get the right papers (birth certificates, etc). I saw a channel, Half Italian (I think) where they documented their journey.

[@toddboothbee1361]

When I was in Portugal last month, the grocery store I frequented often asked me for my NIF. I was only there for a month, but I started to get a sense that much longer I would need to start paying taxes there.

[@andrewcpond]

Go easy on this… People who leave country or family or friends over their hatred of someone else is not a good quality. Keep your site targeted on the details of traveling and I’ll keep watching.

[@CarolSchimpf]

You're doing a fantastic job! I have a quick question: My OKX wallet holds some USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). Could you explain how to move them to Binance?

[@sanjaypaul9159]

I love all Kristin’s videos. She has tons of valuable insights ❤. Everyone has his or her preference. A celebrity can come and go as he or she pleases. Also, you can change the system from the outside 😊

[@erika021]

I understand why they are leaving. They are lucky they have the money to do it. Lots of people are going to suffer here.

[@camiller4916]

Yes, especially if one has dark skin and an accent.

[@AndNowIWrite]

My husband and I retired to Portugal in 2019. Life is calmer. There's a great youtube channel called "Our Rich Journey" about Portugal. "Baguette Bound" about France. And "JP and Amelia" they discuss several countries. If you are retired, just do it.

[@gremlin6767]

Who gives a crap? Let them go

[@johnalbertson221]

I hope you all find a happy space that works for you. Hope you all go and be happy. I will be happy Here in the U.S. take the biden/harris and the Entire democratic party with you 🫠

[@beach2787]

That's because Trump will probably reveal the JE list or the Diddy stuff... while protecting his closest people 😅😅😅😅😅

[@IlonaLangdon]

They all have enough money to leave the rest of us have to just stay😢

[@WrldExplorer]

I left the country, living off of $2000 a month, how is that showing being rich. Digital nomads aren’t rich, most retirees aren’t rich. We just applied for a visa to enjoy the same locations as the rich. They were just rich when they applied.

[@WrldExplorer]

I left the country, living off of $2000 a month, how is that showing being rich. Digital nomads aren’t rich, most retirees aren’t rich. We just applied for a visa to enjoy the same locations as the rich. They were just rich when they applied.

[@pumuckl0]

I left the US as a working class joe and didn't have a ton of money saved. If you get things like an occupational shortage/skilled worker visa then you have a job lined up when you get there and don't need a ton of money. Also citizenship by descent is really not that expensive. It does cost a bit, but way cheaper than other immigration options and if you spread that cost out over the roughly 2 years it can take to get citizenship, it's not bad at all.

[@TennantMary]

Not watching there shows boycotting their stuff

[@lisacarlo7193]

Portia Da Rossi is from a common Welch country, Australia. That could be why Ellen & she can move there.

[@shinyshinythings]

The narrative of celebrities leaving helps reinforce the idea that emigrating is only for the well-connected, wealthy elite or those with second citizenships. That isn’t the case at all, as I know you know! So I hope you’ll also do a video featuring normal people who are doing normal things like getting jobs overseas, teaching English, pursuing higher ed degrees, etc. (I’m going to watch the video now because I’m a celeb junkie just like everyone else, haha.)

[@TheBigSaxon]

We're moving to Japan but that has nothing to do with who's president.

[@camiller4916]

How r the taxes over there?

[@suzieferguson1065]

I would move now too if I had their resources

[@noname-by3qz]

Since Ellen's wife was born in Australia...it might be that Porsche is considered ok. Australia is no longer considered part of the commonwealth. However it used to be and the 2 countries still work together. I'm just guessing. I think it might help if you buy property as well.

[@mariannecole91]

Kristin, could the fact that Portia de Rossi was born in Australia have something to do with their getting permanent residence in the UK??? She may have a close relative that was born in the UK. There’s a lot of details that we don’t know, I’m sure.

[@johnsmith-ee6tr]

? Family. My sis tryi.g to stay in uk/ireland. She has a lawyer now on premise of paperwork yet our mom is 100% irish and a family crest there. Will it help

[@Kirk_G.]

Go where you’re treated best (borrowed from Nomad Capitalist) 👍👍

[@birdlover7776]

Yes!

[@britishchickinusa]

If you deposit large sum of money into a UK account, you can stay.. its pretty easy

[@tomwebber9377]

Thank you for your video. The statement toward the end regarding wanting to enjoy your retirement and 'golden years' was a welcome addition. I've spent the last 40 yrs fighting for LGBTQi rights in this country only to now find that they are most likely going to be taken away by a far right court. I've fought for women's rights including the right to terminate a pregnancy and bodily autonomy as well as immigrant rights and the rights of all people who live in this country. I'm tired! It would be nice if the Millenials took up a little of the mantle and started to exert their power, but the internet and video games, smart phones and apathy have taken over. I say leaving the US and letting them understand the reality of how a democracy can work or be taken away would do them a world of good. Why should I stay and spend the money I've made, saved and set aside for what was supposed to be a calmer time in my life supporting the lazy people who want it all handed to them? Leaving is the only way I know to maintain my sanity.

[@birdlover7776]

I was totally in support of your comment until you made the statement that they all want it handed to them. you sound like a boomer who is totally out of touch with how obscenely expensive things are right now. How about you try to be 19-year-old, and making your way through life as a young person? Get a grip and a clue

[@tomwebber9377]

@@birdlover7776 you don't think that the prices of everything are affecting us all? Wow, talk about out of touch. I am a very proud boomer who learned how to get out of my mom's basement at 17 and make my own way in the world. There's a difference.

[@birdlover7776]

@@tomwebber9377 the difference for your generation was that things weee more reachable than they are now. Home ownership and higher education comes to mind

[@JONNIE-u5u]

Taxes. People have to pay US taxes no matter where they live unless they renounce their citizenship. A lot of countries don’t have tax agreements with the US and you could be paying taxes where you’re living and the US.

[@brucehall1600]

I don't blame any of them and if I could do it I would certainly think about it. So for all of those that are going to say leave then, I wish I could but I would want a warm climate... Also money is another problem, with these celebrities that's not a problem.

[@carolmartin4413]

Leaving doesn't fix the mess we're in. I would have because of cost of living and weather. People with power need to fight the people with malicious power...today that includes the 🇺🇸

[@pumuckl0]

I left 12 years ago, and I'm starting to care less and less about that mess.

[@whyuri-notes]

Portia Di Rossi is Australian. That’s why she has a different pathway to permanent residency.

[@edv1261]

Hello Kristin, As far as Eva Longoria, she is of Mexican heritage so she has other options as far as staying in Spain, I believe after two years, she can apply for citizenship, so the golden passport might not make sense, not that she can’t afford it. Take care.

[@CarmenTosca]

I read that because Portia is Australian it will make it easier for her and Ellen to live in the UK

[@sadiebowman2682]

Portia is originally from Australia and still retains Australian citizenship. Since Australia is considered a Coomonwealth to England I'm sure that'll help both she and Ellen stay in England for awhile...