ExpatBird Premium
GO BEYOND THE BASICS.
The deeper country research you need before choosing where to live.
What Is an ExpatBird Premium Report?
An ExpatBird Premium report is a detailed country guide for people who are seriously considering living abroad — whether that means retirement, working remotely, earning income online, or simply looking for a place where their money can go further.
We go beyond saying that a country is “cheap,” “beautiful,” or “good for expats.” We examine the practical realities that can determine whether you would actually be comfortable living there.
What We Research
💰 Cost of Living
Realistic housing costs, utilities, groceries, transportation, restaurants, entertainment and personal expenses — including a realistic monthly budget for a comfortable lifestyle.
🏠 Housing
Typical one-bedroom apartment costs in multiple cities, plus the differences between city-center and nearby residential areas.
🏥 Healthcare
Public and private healthcare, hospitals, specialists, access to care and important regional health considerations.
🛡️ Safety
Crime, theft, security concerns, regional differences and the practical realities of personal safety.
🏗️ Infrastructure & Utilities
Roads, electricity, grid reliability, internet, mobile service, water, waste management and everyday infrastructure.
Water & Power
We specifically tell you whether tap water is considered safe to drink, how reliable the grid is and what electrical standard you will encounter.
🌦️ Climate & Environment
Temperatures, humidity, rainy seasons, air quality, pollution, flooding, storms, earthquakes, natural disasters and environmental conditions.
🦟 Pests, Wildlife & Health Risks
Mosquitoes, insects, stray animals, wildlife and region-specific health risks that can affect everyday comfort.
🍽️ Food, Culture & Lifestyle
Typical foods, healthy eating options, gluten-free choices, local culture, restaurants, cafés and what everyday life feels like.
🌴 Recreation & Entertainment
Beaches, hiking, sailing, diving, golf, gyms, marinas, shopping, nightlife, cinemas, cultural activities and other ways to enjoy your new home.
🛂 Visas & Residency
Entry requirements, retirement pathways, residency options, financial requirements and the practical realities of staying long term.
LGBTQ Life
A country-specific look at LGBTQ acceptance, legal protections, social climate and the experience of LGBTQ residents and visitors.
The Good & The Reality
Every Premium report is designed to show both sides of the decision. A destination can be attractive, affordable and exciting while still having real problems that matter to someone who plans to live there.
✓ THE GOOD
What makes this country attractive for someone considering living there? We highlight the strongest reasons people choose the country, including lifestyle, affordability, healthcare, recreation, culture, infrastructure and other meaningful advantages.
THE REALITY
What might surprise you after you move? We highlight the trade-offs, limitations, inconveniences and practical issues that generic travel guides often leave out.
What Will Life Actually Cost?
One of the most important parts of every ExpatBird Premium report is the Realistic Monthly Budget.
Instead of quoting an unrealistically low survival budget or a luxury expat budget, we estimate what one person might realistically spend living comfortably — with decent housing, normal groceries, transportation, restaurants, leisure and personal expenses.
ExpatBird Reality Check
Our budget is designed to answer one practical question: What would I actually need each month to live here comfortably?
The ExpatBird Rating
Every country receives an ExpatBird overall rating based on the same research framework used throughout our reports. Individual categories are also scored so you can see where a country is especially strong and where it may have meaningful trade-offs.
We evaluate areas including cost of living, healthcare, housing, transportation, climate, safety, infrastructure, recreation, food and lifestyle, health risks, natural disasters and LGBTQ life.
ExpatBird Rating Scale
Blue — Excellent: 9.0–10.0
Green — Very Good: 8.0–8.9
Yellow — Good: 7.0–7.9
Orange — Fair / Some Concerns: 6.0–6.9
Red — Significant Concerns: Below 6.0
Who Is ExpatBird Premium For?
Premium is for people who are seriously exploring the possibility of living abroad and want more than a quick internet search can provide.
- People preparing for retirement abroad
- Remote workers and digital nomads
- Freelancers and people earning income online
- People considering a lower-cost lifestyle abroad
- Anyone comparing countries before making a major relocation decision
Why ExpatBird?
We don’t believe a country should be judged by a single number, a beautiful photograph or a list of tourist attractions.
A place can have amazing beaches and poor infrastructure. It can have excellent healthcare but expensive housing. It can be incredibly affordable but have serious climate or safety concerns.
ExpatBird tries to put all of those pieces together so you can see the whole picture before you make the move.
Start Exploring
Browse the ExpatBird country reports and discover which destinations may fit your budget, lifestyle and plans for the future.
ExpatBird Information: Our reports are provided for informational and planning purposes only and are based on the best available information we can identify at the time of publication. Costs, regulations, safety conditions and other circumstances can change, and actual experiences may differ from the information presented.
