With more people working remotely than ever, it’s perhaps no surprise that there are increasing numbers of people keen to experience the expat or digital nomad lifestyle.
However, with moving abroad being an expensive ordeal, it can be stressful even starting to think about where to go. That’s where the following list comes in. Due to depopulation and dwindling economies, there are certain places across the world that are actually willing to pay expats to move there.
Our experts at MoneyTransfers.com have compiled a list of the places all around the world currently offering grants and financial incentives for individuals and families willing to move there – plus four rumours we’ve busted once and for all. Read on to find out where in the world might appeal to you.
Candela is home to about 2,700 people and is another small Italian village feeling the negative effects of depopulation. The mayor of the town is offering between €800 for singles and €2,000 for families to move there and settle down.
8. Chile Start-Up Programs
While many of the European destinations that will pay you to live there may seem more aimed at families, Chile is one destination ideal for budding entrepreneurs and digital nomads.
The country’s accelerator program, Start-Up Chile, offers grants for three separate programs.
9. Irish Grants For Start-Ups
Ireland is another country investing in entrepreneurship via financial incentives, Enterprise Ireland is a program available to expats all over the world, giving approved businesses thousands of Euros in funding and tax credits.
10. Offshore communities
Non-business owners can also get paid to move to the stunning country of Ireland. 23 secluded islands are included in the program offering people €80,000 (~£68,700) to settle there.