I (22M) am natively Viet. I’ve lived in North America for the past 10 years, 5 years in the US and been in Canada since 2020. I only have Vietnamese citizenship.

I grew up thinking Vietnam isn’t the place to be, yet now I want to give up my life in Canada for it. When I lived in America, people accepted me and treated me as one of their own. I’ve only had 3 real Canadian friends. I am always the outsider here.

Two of them moved to different countries for the same reason I am considering, one I am no longer speaking to because we started dating and it didn’t end well. I am incredibly alone and can’t find a job.

I’ve been traveling in Vietnam with a group of Australians and Americans lately. They were very receptive and it made me feel normal again. Canada has convinced me that there’s something inherently wrong with me and this trip has made me realized that there isn’t. I just don’t fit in Canada’s reserved society, not to mention the economy, job market and incompetent government.

The thought of just calling it quits and moving back to Vietnam for awhile has been heavy on me lately. My Vietnamese isn’t great but there’s so much growth and opportunity here. My family lives here. I am aware of the pollution and corruption but I’ll take those over my life Canada. I would love to move back to America as I have many close friends there, but the immigration process is difficult.

I still think it’s a waste to abandon Canada. I’ve made it so far, only 3 more years until I get my Canadian PR if I just put my head down and find a job. Should I throw it all away, live in Vietnam and find my way back to the US?

Hi everyone! I work for a sports team that operate under a French license meaning naturally I have to travel to France quite frequently, as well as other places, 90% within Europe but also some in Asia and Africa. I currently work on a freelance basis for the team, but we're in talks to get me contracted full time for next season. The only issue is it seems to be a bit of a chicken/egg situation. The team are hesitant to offer me a full-time contract in case I can't do all the days in EU because of the Schengen stay limit. However, if I can get them to offer me a full-time contract then maybe I can get French residency on a work visa that would allow me to cover all of their French races without an issue.

I'm wondering if anyone has any experience or been through a similar situation? How likely would it be that I could qualify? I believe I meet all the requirements for a French Talent Passport; the team are happy to pay over the minimum salary requirement and I believe my role can be justified as a skilled position (Team Physio). I wonder if anyone else has any experience or comments, or things I probably haven't thought about (I'm sure there's a few). Also if it helps I do speak a bit of French, and am studying to become fluent, I'm currently studying for my B1 exam.

I recently became a Mexican citizen and want to pass it down to my kids but I am not sure if I can or not as I only recently got my certificado de naciamiento.

I'm a medium sized business owner from México, my parents were fortunate and hardworking enough to expand several businesses, specially in the restaurant sector. Since I was little I always knew I would work on my parents business and I dropped out of college to certify myself in various business management and cooking courses of different cultures (I love learning other languages and traditions, I currently speak Esp/Eng, I am finishing courses on French/Portuguese, and I want to learn Russian and Chinese in the future). The living conditions of my country are abhorrent and filled with peril, conducting business has become harder and harder with the various groups trying to charge protection fees and even some business owners having gone missing. Recently my stepfather passed away and left most of his properties in my care. I fear for my life as I have received ominous calls questioning my financial activities etc. My budget is quite ample as I wish to use my savings + inheritance + either renting out or selling most of my properties in search of investing/opening up a Mexican restaurant abroad, it is not my wish to profit excessively from this venture as I just want a country where such a restaurant would be better received, I love my country and I wish to bring it's delicious cousine and warm culture abroad while not having to fear for my life and the life of my future family everyday. I would appreciate any and all tips or suggestions thank you very much!

Hi all,

my goal is still a bit further in the future than it is for others, so I'm mainly hoping to get some feedback as to how achievable my plan is from people who've walked that path before :)

My partner and I recently returned to Germany after having spent 2 years in Australia and it's become pretty clear for us that we would like to eventually move to Australia permanently. We've experienced what the job and housing market are like over there so we have a pretty realistic view of the country (unlike if we'd only gone there for holidays).
Currently are both deciding about which career path to choose and we've landed on physiotherapy for means carpentry for my partner. We might have chosen the same careers if it hadn't been for the dream of moving to Australia but we did take into account the skilled occupation list. Now for my first question, does anyone have experience on how easy/how hard it is to get approved with these jobs? I know it's not nursing but we've heard that there's at least a shortage of tradies. Also, with some sponsor visa options there's a minimum work experience of 3 years, but not with the 189. Do they still take experience into account with the 189? It feels a bit daunting to commit a 3.5 university course + 3 years of woking in a place I don't enjoy living in just to have the chance to apply for the visa as I would be 30 by then. We both don't have any issues with living in a regional area and actually prefer it to Sydney or Melbourne so a regional visa might an option too.
Alternatively I looked into the 485 graduate work stream, but that would only be possible for me as my partner won't be going to uni.
We also still have our third working holiday visas to explore the possibilities from onshore.

If anyone reading this has any experience with a similar situation or an idea as to which other.options we would look into I would be very grateful! :) It feels a bit unattainable at times, especially since we have to complete our studies in the first place so it would be awesome to get some feedback!
Cheers :)

Canadian born (25) working in the tech industry who built their career without a degree. I’m at a point where I’m making decent money, and have worked at both large and small tech consultancies. Although my pathway has been successful so far, I’m looking to invest in formal education that will help open up additional career paths and build a good network of people who are interested in entrepreneurship and early stage companies.

The thing is I’m looking for more community college/polytechnic practical business education pathways that transfers nicely into a bachelor’s degree. After extensive research, it seems that Canada doesn’t have many of those pathways with Vancouver’s Langara College being the only option that fits what I’m looking for (considered but decided I’d rather not move there given the state of affordability and public safety). And obviously there is the US which I’d rather not immigrate to right now.

Most colleges in Canada offer credits that don’t seem to be accepted widely by universities (and I understand the skepticism now that there are so many career colleges).

So I’m wondering about the polytechnic -> university route in SG, and what the process would be generally for a Canadian to study there.

Edit: Cost is not an issue, but if I’m going to consider Vancouver rent prices, I want to explore my options outside the country as well.

I’m curious if any emergency docs who have made the move to Oz can weigh in. My partner is an emergency MD who has been practicing for over 10 years, is 40 years old, and has a partner (me) and toddler. I don’t want to move unless we have to, but I also don’t want to stick around for when sh*t really hits the fan in the US. I previously lived in Melbourne on a work and holiday visa and really saw myself living there, but from what I’ve heard, we might not be able to. My questions:

• Are ED docs subject to the 10 year moratorium in the middle of nowhere? • ⁠for those who have made the move, how much worse is the pay/higher are the taxes? We currently live in a western US tax free state. • ⁠do I need to marry my partner to be eligible to come with him? How could I be permitted work in Australia (I run my own company remotely and can work on it from anywhere).

Funds are really not a problem. Technically we cold retire now if we wanted to, but we’d like to keep working somewhere safe to raise our child.

Hey all— I’m a 26-year-old from the U.S., currently living in Seattle. I was approved for a 462 visa that allows me to live and work in Australia for a year, and I’m seriously considering going. But I’m stuck in this tangle of guilt, fear, burnout, and uncertainty—and I’m hoping someone out there has felt something similar.

On paper, my life is stable. I work in advertising at an agency, I’m in a solid relationship, and I’ve lived in Seattle for a few years now. I moved here knowing no one, and through a lot of effort, I built a good life. But lately, I’ve felt completely disconnected from it.

The gray, rainy weather here is starting to wear me down. It affects my energy, creativity, and mood way more than I ever expected. I find myself constantly craving sunlight, warmth, and a new pace of life—and Australia has gone from a daydream to an actual possibility.

But going would mean giving up a lot. I’d probably have to end a meaningful relationship. I’d be stepping away from a job I worked hard to get. My family doesn’t understand why I’d leave something that looks successful—especially when most of the people in my life are focused on settling down, having kids, and planting roots. I feel selfish, behind, and honestly kind of broken for even wanting something else.

I’ve been burnt out in my career for a while now. I went into advertising because I thought I was creative, but between the grind, the competition, and the rise of AI in the industry, it feels like everything is being churned out by machines. I’ve lost the spark. I consume content constantly now, but rarely feel motivated to make anything.

I’ve thought seriously about pivoting into architecture or film production—two fields that I feel a deep pull toward—but budget is a huge problem. I only have a few thousand dollars to my name, and the idea of affording school or training feels completely out of reach. I’ve also started flight lessons (about 5 hours in), and I wonder if this move could give me space to pursue that path more seriously. But again—money.

On the visa, I’d only be allowed to work with any one employer for up to 6 months, which makes it hard to find stable work in my current field. I don’t know what kinds of jobs I’d be able to get—or if I’d be able to afford to stay long enough to get what I’m looking for out of it.

The part I keep coming back to is this deep fear that I’m too late to start over. That I already had my “life-changing move” when I left my hometown and moved to Seattle, and I shouldn’t push my luck. That if I go, I’ll be alone, broke, and fail to rebuild anything meaningful. But at the same time… what if I don’t go, and I just keep shrinking myself into a life that looks fine but doesn’t feel like mine?

I’m not expecting Australia to fix everything. I just want a reset. A chance to remember what it feels like to be curious, creative, and free again.

If anyone out there has done something like this—or considered it—I’d love to hear your story. What helped you decide? How did you deal with the guilt or the fear? How did you rebuild when the life you left actually looked pretty good on the outside?

Thanks for reading. It really means a lot.

Family of 4, two working remote parents with two toddlers. Savings of 120,000$ USD.

Would my CPA designation or Experience be taken seriously in any of these countries if I would want to work there in office?

Is it difficult to move to any of there countries and what would be the most appropriate visa in our circumstance?

How long could our savings last till we would need to give up?

What would be your course of action if yoh were in our place? Ie. Go to study there, take the ACCA, etc...

hi, with recent situation in Taiwan and my health condition,

I'm considering moving to these countries and I already thought about the pros and cons and the way the get in to each country, would like to see some other opinions, and if i successfully move out, i would either making coffee or making videos if im not working for myself

info of me: 25, just graduated from college, major in Business and Administration, a jack of all trade type of guy,

work experience include

• barista(im the president of the coffee club),
• video shooting & editing(for a channel over 100k),
• 2d and 3d animation(freelance, over 10kUSD)
• indie game dev team that successfully launched on steam and had a great sell,

right now im in a process of making a website solving a problem in fitness community and promoting on social media, also im a certified personal trainer.

Language wise English conversation is totally not a problem, Chinese native speaker and fluent in Hokkien

Pros of living in Taiwan

• EXTREMEMLY SAFE, like u can leave your phone on the table and no one gives a shit, late night walk is the same, mostly safe, lots of cctv as well unless you're being fked by cops
• i dont need to pay taxes for my capital gains in US Stock
• Public transportation is so good, i literally dont need a car
• Japan is 4 hours away

Cons:

• Pathetic salary and extremely high housing price
  • (we ear the same as the time our parents graduated if not less, yet housing price is 5~10x, also working hours is like 8~9 / day min)
• Reckless driving EVERYWHERE
• Don't resonate with Taiwanese girl much, past dating experience are all from other countries
• Smoking rate
• Weather is too hot, over 35C even 40 during summer is insane
• Health care is collapsing
• Earthquake

My top tier of choice is Australia and New Zealand

Pros:

• Labor shortage
• i have friends living in both country can help or share room
• higher hourly salary,
• less air pollution than Taiwan
• Koala and kiwi and sheep
• Safer if anything unfortunate happened

Cons:

• Australia might roll out more lon immigrants
• Australian Teenager(read about the rise of teenage crime lately)
• Aussie accent is a bit hard to catch up lol
• New Zealand has earthquake and i REALLY REALLY trying to avoid this at all cost
• Black widow

Way to get in:

Working holiday visa, trying to see if there's any chance i can do video shooting or branding for local shops, the worst case scenario is im back to the old business making espresso

second one is if my website and social media turns our extremely well i might just fly there and claim to work remotely since New Zealand allow it, but can't get in the process of becoming a PR unless i rizz up a local girl

My B tier choice is US, UK and Canada

Pros:

• They dont smoke that much too (not sure about UK)
• The society def familiar with a weird guy doing video shooting or creating content for ppl or for himself, so thats what i can do
• Lots of opportunity for start up and VC in the US, now is def the time for small start up
• Less micro aggression than EU
• Familiar with the culture esp US

Cons:

• terrible economics right now
• very high cost of living
• I need a car for everything unless it's UK, non walkable city sucks
• UK teens (again saw some news and more ppl talking about teenage crime lately)

Way to get in :

other than Canada which i can use working holiday visa and do either coffee or making videos then later on apply for PR, I really dont know when it comes to US and UK

My C tier choice is the Netherlands

Pros:

• English is widely spoken
• better salary to housing price ratio(ik it sounds insane but it is, to a Taiwanese)
• Great public transportation
• almost guarantee can get a visa since every year they can't find enough ppl
• im 6'1 so i dont have to tolerate furniture made for fun sized ppl

Cons:

• Might face microaggression and racism more,
• I dont speak Dutch
• Smoking rate is def higher
• Housing crisis
• im not familar with anything related to this country

Way to get in :

again working holiday visa, but info are lacking when it come to becoming a PR using this way

would like to see the opinion from you guys, thanks,

Edit: typo and inappropriate jokes

Born in New Zealand, moved to the UK when I was 6 months old because both parents are British and went home after their honeymoon and visiting family. I’ve lived in the UK ever since.

Due to being a preemie and other factors, I'm disabled and reliant on the UK benefits system. I've tried working repeatedly but got told to go away because I’m disabled.

The new “reforms” to disability benefits here are a waking nightmare—mandatory work-related activity, even for people who are severely ill. It's death by a thousand cuts, rebranded as "support." Labour isn’t going to save us. I had hoped they’d at least slow the madness down or put a sticking plaster over it, but Liz Kendall’s going full psycho killer here.

I don’t want to leave. I have family here. I know the shops. I like being in the country Doctor Who came from. But I’m running out of options. If I wait too long, I risk losing the safety net entirely—and if that happens, I’m screwed. And so is my dad, because I won’t be able to help him when he’s older if I’ve already fallen off the edge of the system. He’s not going to be in his 50s forever.

So now I’m looking at New Zealand. I haven’t lived there since I was a baby. I know it’s not paradise. I know the job market’s rough, the cost of living is high, and the social systems aren’t perfect. But is it better? Is it survivable? Am I trading a jellyfish sting for a fire ant colony?

What I’m trying to figure out:

• Is repatriating to NZ as a disabled adult even viable?
• What kind of support, healthcare, or accommodation can I access as a citizen who’s been gone for 30 years?
• Are there regions that are better for access to disability services + affordable housing? (I’m thinking quiet coastal—maybe South Island. Dunedin’s on my radar, but I’m open.)
• How hard is it to re-establish things like a bank account, IRD number, housing, basic documentation after decades overseas?
• And honestly—would you do it, if you were in my shoes?

I’ve got some extended family in the North Island I haven’t spoken to in a while. My paternal grandfather was a New Zealander with three sisters who married, had kids, their kids had kids, etc.

Not looking for fairy tales. I’m trying to choose the least bad future before the one I’m in finishes collapsing.

Thanks in advance.

Hi everyone, Current state of the US has caused a lot of anxiety and I am looking to move to Canada as it is still relatively close to family and English is a major language. I’m trying to decide where to move in Canada and need some advice. I currently live in Minnesota in the metro area and like several things about it. I am not to worried on where to find a job as nursing can be done anywhere.

I would like to move to a city that is mid-sized, 1mil being the higher end.

I really value the arts/history/architecture and culture/community is very important. I’m not into clubs but more so festivals and local markets. The city has to be progressive.

I would love to live in a place that integrates nature into its city or has easy access to forests/lakes/mountains/beaches stuff like that.

Good public transit is important although I might bring a car. I’d prefer somewhere with cheaper accommodation so I can actually build up my savings but I know that is quite a lot.

From what I’ve seen Montreal looks really promising. People who have lived there: are healthcare professionals typically bilingual? Is it difficult to get into professional work without being bilingual? Is Vancouver worth it for being so expensive? I’ve heard the housing crisis has gotten worse there but the weather, access to nature, and events are great. I’ve seen good things about Edmonton but the winter seems to be the largest drawback. Is Ottawa good for younger people looking to meet others? Thank you for the advice!!

EDIT: DO NOT POST HERE EVEN IF YOU HAVE KNOWLEDGE IF YOU ARE GOING TO BE NEGATIVE OR NOT READ WITH EMPATHY. I WOULD RATHER SUFFER

Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice on relocating and restarting my life and career. I’m under 25, a US citizen, and have a tech background (engineering degree, former software engineer at a Fortune 500).

After experiencing severe workplace injustice and bureaucratic obstacles, I’ve felt stuck, depressed, and unable to fully focus on my projects. I never received closure or justice, and it’s greatly impacted my mental health and outlook. I’m looking to reset somewhere that better aligns with my values and goals. My initial goal was to amicably get justice and be free instead of working a traditional job, but I was unable to do that.

I’m particularly interested in places like Portugal, Sweden, Austria, or Iceland.

I’m seeking advice about these countries because they seem to be: - Value intellect, independence, and minimal bureaucratic hassle. - Are known for safety, peace, and stability. - Offer a reasonable cost of living (I plan to live very frugally with just essentials and my laptop). - Are quiet and conducive to deep focus without frequent social distractions. - Provide good conditions for personal health (safe outdoor runs, affordable gym access). - Are politically stable and maintain good relations with the US (to easily visit family). - Offer favorable tax conditions for entrepreneurs or remote workers. - Have accessible long-term visa or residency opportunities.

Regarding area in the country, luxury or nightlife isn’t important to me—I prefer simplicity, quiet, and independence. I’m also a musician (mixing, mastering, recording) but willing to pause this hobby if privacy or noise would be an issue.

I’m currently based in Michigan and would greatly appreciate any insights or recommendations from those with experience in these countries or similar places.

Thanks everyone, and I’d appreciate good vibes or prayers as I make this important decision. ❤️

I know normally this is pretty straightforward. But my Grandma was born in, and lived in Scotland throughout most of her childhood and into her teenage years but moved to Australia and rescinded her UK citizenship. Because she rescinded it does that mean I’m not able to apply through descent? We still have all the documentation for her (she’s still alive). I just can’t find a reliable answer anywhere else so I thought I’d give here a go instead.

28F US-> Ireland or Spain

Hi everyone, I'm looking to migrate to ireland or spain and there's alot on my mind so I wanted to ask the reddit world what pieces I might be missing. I have an associates degree in accounting and have worked various jobs in finance, but recently have found my calling working in end of life care in dementia housing.

I do not want to be in the US anymore, for the obvious reasons- and I've researched alot into permitting in both ireland and Spain. My current finance job might have remote possibilities, in which case getting a digital nomad visa in Spain might be best, however if I want to have better luck with getting a job right away I would want to look at Ireland because there is less of a language barrier, although I have a dream of exploring Europe and Asia and want to learn the languages of the areas I will be in.

Ireland has reports of being the best in the world for elderly care and I think going there would be such a great opportunity, I need to find an employer to hire me on before I buy my plane ticket as I do not need a visa but I would need a workers permit before migrating.

Housing seems to be more difficult in Ireland than Spain price wise, but I'm able to be really creative with small spaces.

I feel it's important to add I have a cat and dog, and I'll be going through a courier service so that I don't have to worry about not having the right paperwork, although I do have to find a USDA certified vet to get them medically ready to fly.

So I guess what I'm asking is do I just apply to every elderly care business in Ireland that I can find? Are there any programs you redditors would recommend? Should I just try to find a remote job and go for spain? I want to travel broadly and gain more knowledge, I'm not opposed to any climate as long as it's not -10 for 6 months out of the year. Bottom line I want to have a non-american perspective and wherever I can reasonably go I will.

My lease ends in October and I'm working up my savings now, I'm hoping in 6 months I'll be on an airplane, so any advice is deeply appreciated.

Hi everyone. I know English very well and I have taught it for a couple of months. Knowing English and teaching it is my best skill in a foreign country. I have an Iranian TTC (Teacher's Training Course) certificate and I can get a TOEFL in 2 months if I decide to (I don't have it now). I know Russian at a B1 level and I'm currently learning it.
My native language is Persian (Iranian dialect) which might be helpful in Tajikistan.

I don't have much money, but I'll most likely be able to borrow around 1500 USD from my father in case I seriously want to leave Iran. He won't pay for universities' tuition fees though so I can't rely on immigration by education if it's not free.

As for my destination, I would like any post USSR country (In Eastern Europe, Caucasus or Central Asia) in which one can live by knowing Russian (at least in the very beginning, I don't mind learning those countries' languages later on if it's necessary). The only exception is Ukraine (because of the obvious current situation there).

I would appreciate your help and advise.

Hello, I am looking into relocating outside of the US and was looking at moving to Spain. I started looking at the requirements on the EU website about the process of moving there and realized I don't think I'm equipped to do it alone. Does anyone have any recommendations on organizations that can help with the process?

Hey guys,

To be honest, it's more of an aspiration than a goal for the moment. I know that it's probably not a good time for anyone and I'm probably going to underestimate the process. So, I'm not really expecting much and just plan to do a bit at a time.

So, about me - I have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science (BS). I then worked for about half a year on developing AI applications primarily using impainting and autoencoders. I then did some Masters courses and wound up doing software development for an employer for four years (I'm lucky to have been compensated well enough against competition). I'm currently renewing my portfolio just in case.

I'm very open to either school or work. I don't know if I should get my masters in the US or try to study abroad. I think going for academia in the UK may be a better option for me since CS degrees are very common now and any further accreditation can only benefit me in the long term.

This is as far as I have thought on the subject. I'm stuck as to what my next focus should be since there's a lot at play. Any advice on this subject is very much appreciated.

Hi folks! Currently doing some research and curious about my options for gaining residency in Australia through a student visa, hoping to sanity-check some of what I've learned.

Optional backstory: My sister and her husband are expecting their first child and in the process of applying for a skilled workers visa. After a bunch of research their ideal city to settle in would be Canberra. Neither of them have any family or friends in Australia. I'm very close with my sister and my brother-in-law's a good dude; it would be very meaningful to me to move with them and support them as they raise my niece. I have doubts that my profession will qualify me for a skilled workers visa (6 yrs experience in graphic design for marketing & advertising, with a bachelors degree in communications and music). Jobs in my industry (publishing) are mostly in Sydney or Melbourne. While I love my work, I've felt a little dissatisfied with my real-world impact for a couple of years and contemplated retraining for a more practical career.

My current idea: Apply for a degree program in Canberra relevant to my skills and interests that will place me in an in-demand career (speech pathology? computer science? UI/UX design? music therapy? counselling? education?), and come to Australia on a student visa. Find an employer in Canberra at the end of my degree program and transition to a workers visa. Live close to my sister and her husband. Be auntie to my niece (and any other kids who come along).

My questions: What are my odds of being accepted to a masters in a STEM program given a strong academic record (summa cum laude) in a non-STEM program at a US college? Should I aim for a bachelors instead? I assume it'll be a bureaucratic headache, but could I actually run into some trouble during the changeover process from student visa to workers visa? Will employers be put off by the visa process, or is this simply a matter of selecting a field eager enough for workers? Of the fields I'm considering, which would be the smartest move from a job prospects and earnings standpoint? Are there fields I'm overlooking that are particularly hard up for workers? I have some savings and I've looked into some scholarship options, but are there any particular programs or other things I should know about funding a degree in Australia?

I really appreciate any advice or reality checks this sub can offer.

I studied business and am currently a chief operating officer of a small company. I have some good savings and could survive for a while. What is the best way to migrate to Australia? All job hunting efforts led to nothing, because companies want someone who is in Australia and has a work permit. Is there a special application theme? Or is there any study I could attend for a year to get a work permit? I have an mba and 12 years of experience.

Hello all,

I’m looking to permanently settle in one of the mentioned countries, and I’m have a hard time finding a viable path.

I have a bachelors and masters from top US schools in engineering and have about two years of experience in US Pharma. It has always seemed that it’s difficult to stay in the US but now with the current climate it seems even worse. I’m looking to explore my options before its too late.

Any advice or pathways would be greatly appreciated. I’m also open to other options within Europe. Thank you!

I’m currently studying to become a psychologist, which I have seen is on the list of skilled workers that are in shortage in the UK. However, it is still difficult to imagine that the NHS would employ a psychologist from a different country (unless it’s a psychologist with lots of extra qualifications, who is specialized, and has years of experience) when there likely will be British citizens who apply. My English is fluent, and I am planning to go on exchange to the UK. Maybe this will help?

Another thing I have considered is to quit my current studies and instead complete a masters in the UK. I won’t then be a psychologist, but I’ll have more of a network in the country and education from a uni that’s familiar to employers. The masters would then be in English lit, from a Russell group uni most likely.

The reason I want to move to the UK is because I feel at home there and don’t have a sense of belonging in my country (due to my upbringing abroad). I know it doesn’t make sense from a purely practical perspective, but this is something I have thought about for long. My real plan in life is to be an artist and writer (I write in English). Therefore I don’t mind what my day job is (psychologist or whatever position I can get in the UK). The most important thing is that I can live where I feel inspired and have access to a bigger cultural hub. I do think that I will eventually be able to make money from my art, but I need a day job nonetheless.

What path makes most sense for me to pursue? To continue studying to be a psychologist and hope I will be able to secure a job in the UK, or to switch to a masters program in English in the UK and try to get a job after I complete my studies (this option will make it harder to get a job in my home country if I fail)?

Are any of the options realistic at all?

Hello expats, I am looking for any and all advice on obtaining residency in The Netherlands. My partner is Dutch, but we work seasonal jobs and sadly do not make enough money for him to 'sponsor' me, or for me to get residency through this partnership. Does anyone know about the DAFT or have recent experiences with this? We called the IND recently and they told us that 'no one does this anymore' and they could not answer our questions about it. I am an entrepreneur and founding a business in the Netherlands to get residency sounds very appealing, but I'm worried the current situation in the US is ruining any chance of residency through this friendship treaty. I have a background in Geography/GIS, if that helps, but sadly I dont think I qualify as a skilled worker.