Best Countries

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Ten rankings, one per decision. Every score comes from published data, and the method behind each tab is public.

Best countries to retire abroad

Ranked on retirement visa income thresholds, monthly living costs, healthcare and safety.

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1

Philippines

8.4out of 10

Retirement visa from $1,500/mo · est. $707/mo to live

Healthcare index 67.

  • Retirement visa
  • Low cost
  • English widely spoken
2

Portugal

8.3out of 10

Retirement visa from $1,031/mo · est. $1,600/mo to live

Healthcare index 72.

  • Retirement visa
  • English widely spoken
  • Path to residency
3

Spain

8.3out of 10

Retirement visa from $2,600/mo · est. $1,628/mo to live

Healthcare index 77.

  • Retirement visa
  • Path to residency
  • Special expat tax regime
4

Ecuador

8.3out of 10

Retirement visa from $1,446/mo · est. $782/mo to live

Healthcare index 78.

  • Retirement visa
  • Low cost
  • Path to residency
5

Malaysia

8.2out of 10

Retirement visa from $3,333/mo · est. $814/mo to live

Healthcare index 71.

  • Retirement visa
  • Low cost
  • English widely spoken
6

Thailand

8.1out of 10

Retirement visa needs $23,749 on deposit · est. $885/mo to live

Healthcare index 78.

  • Retirement visa
  • Special expat tax regime
  • Large expat community

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