Relocation out of USA

[Monorchid]

52 minutes ago, Falls727 said:

You are right, because the US is a goddamn greedy country. We pay tax on everything! Even a tax to die. I do not see why anyone would want to come here. American dream, my ass!! This country is so divided, we are truly on the verge of a civil war or collapse. I want out! I would gladly relinquish my US citizenship in a heartbeat, but there is a huge fee to do that. Leaches!!

The US has tried and failed to impose its laws and taxes outside its borders. The only practical consequence is that you cannot return. If you are so alienated by your country, why would that bother you?

[gingerdaddyG]

12 hours ago, RubberAustria said:

Hi bros from the UK!

Do you think everything got worse due to Brexit? 

It’s the worst thing that has happened to the UK in a long time and I certainly didn’t vote for it!

[BiBtmCyclist]

Come to Australia.  The politics here aren't as crazy (not yet haha)

[TaKinGDeePanal]

11 hours ago, ellentonboy said:

Do they require medical documentation when reviewing an individual's application for citizenship?  What about the ability to support yourself financially?

They need bloodwork done before they can get a permanent residency visa. Because medicine here is socialised, anyone here with HIV is seen as "being a drain on  the public purse", hence the widespread encouragement from Sexual Health doctors to take up PrEP (plus ARVs are relatively cheap).

Edited 7 hours ago by TaKinGDeePanal

[Ken2809]

As someone who works outside the US where I’m a resident, I use the $130,000 exemption to cover my taxes. So if you don’t make over that, then you needn’t worry, but you have to be out of the country for at least 11 months. I also have Canadian citizenship and as long as I declare myself a non-resident -no use of the healthcare system, drivers license etc., I don’t pay at all. 

Edited 6 hours ago by Ken2809

[SomewhereonNeptune]

You might want to look into the digital nomad visa arrangement that many of the EU countries are offering. I'm not a tax expert nor do I play one on TV, but you should consult one. Also, I understand that both Thailand and the Philippines are both offering digital nomad visas but for both of those countries you're barred from land ownership (downside), but the cost of living is much less and if you're into ladyboys and the trans scene, they'll definitely satisfy that itch.

[Read1]

Pigs, consider Canada! Great maple syrup here and handsome men!

[Sfmike64]

20 hours ago, AirmaxUK said:

One of the problems of dual citizenship is Tax.  As I understand it from friends in this situation, if you come to the UK and get dual citizenship you'd be liable to pay *both*  the IRS and HMRC tax on your income unless you relinquish US citizenship.  Take advice from a professional before making a decision. 

The other phrase that comes to mind is 'out of the frying pan and into the fire'.  Speaking as a brit, things aren't great here either. The only thing keeping me here is looking after an elderly parent.  My plan for the future isn't to stay here - I'll move for sure.   

This is true. The US is one of the few countries that tax you on your income from anywhere in the world. Most countries only tax you on income you made in that country.

[BlueSaphir]

My mom has dual citizenship for US and South Korea. It is my understanding she does not pay taxes for SK. 
 

She gave me aspirations to get dual citizenship with Australia. Personally I have enough of living in America. It is dysfunctional. 
 

[gingerdaddyG]

2 hours ago, Read1 said:

Pigs, consider Canada! Great maple syrup here and handsome men!

Sounds like a kinky combination 😈🤣