These sound very tempting BUT - 21 years ago I made the move to Hungary. Turns out today it is the safest most beautiful and least expensive place to live. It is in the heart of Europe if you want to get in your car and travel - go to the countryside to buy from farmers - fruits, vegetables, raw milk and milk products and even meat. I had no choice - when I figured my style of living on my $1000 retirement budget - it would have been a sad fact anywhere. Cashed in my 401K and even with the penalty for early withdrawal - it bought me a 1000 sq ft downtown apartment with high ceilings and lots of windows. By now, I've become a dual citizen which means free domestic travel and medical insurance for under $40/month ALL INCLUSIVE. Can't tell you how relieved I am not having to worry about ending up on the streets for my old age. Now there is also a country house and a vineyard. Was a realtor in NC so if you have questions - please feel free to ask. I'm retired and would love to help anyone else who wants to enjoy their golden years.
Ella, thank you for your post....many American people are between a rock and a hard place...and many think thats the greatest country in the world to live in....you and l both know better....
Honestly I’ve always wanted to live outside of the US, but my only problem is that I need to be somewhere where English is spoken widely, I’ve tried to learn another language but just can’t pick it up
You can retire at a young age if you invest wisely on time, Most times it amaze me greatly the way I moved from an average lifestyle to earning over $63k per month, utter shock is the word. I have understood a lot in the past few years to doubt that opportunities are bound in the financial markets, The only thing is to know where to focus.
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We've been in Costa Rica since 1999. Raised three daughters here and couldn't be happier. My father-in-law gave us a lot and we built our house for $15k. My wife's advanced degree cost about $3k. One oldest daughter had a full scholarship to UCR and graduated with an advanced degree. Brought my Dad down here and we got him full coverage healthcare for $75 per month. Yes there's crime here but no more than the good old US of A.
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I a.m a Pilipino . I’ve Been in malaysia thailand and vietnam, I must say that Philippines is the best place to live.. great food at cheaper price, affordable houses, friendly people and easy to converse with because everybody can speak and understand english, which is very important
@@nattv9498 This list wasnt about earning money, it was about cheapest place to live in, to retire, when you already have money. And no, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam are alot cheaper, Now think about that ;)
I live pretty well on 3k a month in NC. Own home, motor home, motorcycle, car. Never buy new. I have lived in over a dozen countries and visited over 50. I was just in Panama a couple of months ago. When they say “live comfortable on 2k a month” you have to understand that it is not going to be just like the US. The standards are different. But it goes back to that old adage, “everything is a trade off”. So you will loose some things and gain others. It won’t be the same as the US, But you will find wonderful things that you didn’t even know that you were missing. Like LOW crime, especially violent crime, really good caring people. Wonder FRESH HEALTHY food. Not the processed crap that we eat. To keep costs down and have a richer experience, make all efforts to speak the language. Unlike America, the locals will bend over backwards to help you. And if you don’t live in an exclusive expat type community, it really will be much less expensive and as I say richer experience. If you expect to live “just like the US” it may not work. Be flexible, open minded and respectful and you will be rewarded.
Hi! What's the cost of living in the Philippines and if you know of any area you recommend visiting? And I'd like to go visit the country one day, as well as some other countries! :) Thx in advance, hello from the USA!
@@centauria9122 Good day.! I'm happy that you're interested to visit my country. We have a lot of tourist spots here, Like El Nido Palawan, Boracay, The perfect cone Volcano The Mayon Volcano And more....! You're Welcome anytime.. Because it's more Fun in the Philippines.. ❤️❤️
A friend of mine is from The Philippines, collects a military pension and some 50% disability with his pension and lives like a king! He hasn’t worked since retiring years ago.
Spain is excellent in many ways and cheaper than most European countries, but they still have a developed country mentality, so freedom seems a bit compromised; it's nice to be free and have the economic freedom of living in an affordable country. Affordable countries can include the Philippines, Mexico, Ecuador, Panama and several other choices. Spain has nice beaches, but I actually like beaches in Brazil and Mexico better for the view and the quality, too. Spain has amazing castles and lots of history, too, so it's nice to travel around and see things, too.
@@tiffsaver I do believe Valencia is much better than the crowded Barcelona. Spain and Portugal are nice places, but I like some of the Western Hemisphere - I stay summers in Mexico and it's cheaper and with nicer beaches and for the most part excellent people. Spain is good for Europe, but those countries are sort of far north and colder - the tropics have endless fruit and it's beautiful.
You may also consider: Vietnam, Philippines, South Korea, and Indonesia. These Southeast Asian countries are much cheaper to live. And people are very hospitable.
South Korea is an expensive country, not the same level as Philippines and Vietnam. Though If you have big pension you might retire in South Korea as well.
Alexander if you don't have enough retirement savings to spend for a private health care, then you will struggle in the Philippines as the Philippine public health system is unrelibale due to underfunding or corruption. The Filipino healthcare professionals excel in their jobs and one of the best health carers of the world though... so in that aspect , rest assured you will be in good hands.
Between 2008 & 2015 I lived in Colombia,, on the Caribbean coast at Barranquilla. I had retired from the UK, went for 3 weeks, but stayed 7 years! The part in this video re. Colombia was so true. The lifestyle was so laid bank, music everywhere and the fruit ..... I generally felt quite safe, but you must be careful NOT to draw attention to yourself. Think carefully how you dress, don’t drive around in flashy./ new or expensive cars, accept the friendly nature of the people .... and enjoy the difference!
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@@mahalogolden4560 I'm literally watching this video because I don't understand what is really happening to the world Economy? Economy crisis everywhere🤦♂️.
$1000 per month in province is even only for upper class, middle class Filipinos can only afford to spend less than $250 a month but still live pretty decently
The best place to go is PHILIPPINES for me. Very friendly locals even people in the city and everyone speaks in english, low cost of living and local places are like the last PARADISE in the world❤️
@@carinematondo1140 low wages income in phils. thats the reason. i.e. teachers monthly wage 20k PHP while in other country Domestic Helper 30k a month. but philippines is one of the best to retire.
I always find these types of area evaluation videos show how people never leave their house and try to tell everyone else how great things are in other places.
It is so awesome in New Zealand. I've never been there but you should go Jim. You'll love it. I've never been though. In fact, I haven't left my house since the COVID pandemic on March 14, 2020. I'm at over 347 days in my bedroom. I get everything delivered to my bedroom by a friend that owns a hazmat suit. Thank goodness I live in the best and least expensive state in the US. Alabama. It is the best. I cannot wait to go outside in a few years. A tip of the hat and a red butt cat to you sir!
I'm American and travelled around the world already but my choice as the cheapest and the best country to live and retire is the Philippines. A lot of beautiful world class beaches, luxury cities, friendly people and a very good English speaking country-not hard to communicate that even little kids can understand & speak English. Philippines is paradise not only to retirees but to everybody who wants to relax and visit the country. It is now becoming the blogger's paradise, too. Kindly update your videos because there are lots of traveler's which are more knowledgeable of your topic. Your list is not reliable & updated. Just watch CZcams and you can find the best places that are worthy of promotion, particularly in Southeast Asian countries😝😁
I live in the safest country in the tropic. Robbery and theft are very rare, and homicide rate here is only 0.5. No drug lords and no drunk people in the streets. Rent for a good house is only around $ 1000 per year or $ per month.
I am amazed by learning my country is ranked among a top ten for cheapest countries to retire. It's true the cost of living is much cheaper compared with other Latin American countries, yet I wouldn't have imagined Peru was worth being considered.
I visited some places in Philippines, Talisay City, San Antonio, Calbayog, Bogo, Imelda Village. All I can say is that Philippines is so nice and I won't mind going again.
Really Philippines is safe and cheapest place to live. Wish to learn slope rice cultivation in Baguio City. Can I be friend to 55 plus matured English speaking women in Philippines
When I retire, I want to go back home in my country Philippines, in my hometown. Japan is a nice & safe place to stay but the cost of living here might not enough for my retirement benefits. When I retire, I think I'm gonna be at ease if I choose to live in my own country cause all of my hardwork money that I invested are there in my own country. Since I have my own family in Japan, I will only come back home during vacation. When I retire, I want to travel and make the best of my remaining life on earth. I want to be happy and be with my mom, parents and my family. I have so much plans in my head, like small business, I hope it will all come true, if not then, it's just okay.
"Visit the Philippines, where rent and food are cheap, and life is cheaper!" "Tired of big game hunting? Visit the Philippines, where smaller game shooting is plentiful and far, far cheaper!" @Rizaldi, your comments may be accurate, but I couldn't live in a society that turns a blind eye to morons (including the president) driving around at night, shooting people who look like drug addicts. (What do drug addicts look like?) I suspect a lot of malnourished, poor people get murdered in the process. “Collateral damage”?
I wonder where they got their numbers? With the currency exchange between USD and Euro, you loose almost 20% off the top! A/o today it's $1.18 to 1 Euro because the dollar is weak right now.
Forget Thailand. Living there long term as a retiree is turning into a nightmare. Almost on a weekly basis the government is coming up with harsher regulations and penalties against foreigners. Every 90 days you have to report to an immigration office, if you spend 24 hours away from your registered address you must make notifications or face fines. You are constantly overcharged by the locals. Any dispute or disagreement of any nature and you are deemed in the wrong, and you must back down and let them have it their way, or risk being beaten and hospitalized.
yep i hear that too they are becoming desperate like a few others enforcing extortion tatics....... and threats........spent 3 months there myself will not go back.....
Clearly retirees are not welcome especially if they are not wealthy. Along with harsh immigration rules the financial requirements are frequently being increased. To get a retirement visa you have to keep a substantial amount of money in a Thai bank account along with income requirements.
Living in your own place is most amazing...... Birth place where every things seems your own, and all the people's are yours. Both love and power will bound u to live like hero in your own place.
You can visit Philippines, you don't need to work to live, if you want simple living we have many vegetables and fruits planted in our backyard specially in the provinces
I live in India with a family of 6 and it costs me $1000 ( approx INR70000 ) including house rent, internet, food ( indian mostly vegetarian ), electricity and part time staff ( 2 maids, gardener and driver ). Does not include medical services, travel. But the costs are increasing say 5 to 10 % per annum.
Absolutely correct entire world only cheapst country india when compare to U S Doller if you plan to live any upcoming cities are want to stay village atmosphere so many places are there day by day india going very fast for global business
@@fsalhin99 Same as mentioned above plus one more employed 3 months ago for my roof garden. They all are part timers I.e they work else where also LOL.
I am from Thailand but working in America for a long time. I am going to retire in Thailand next year 2022. I missed all my Family and friends in Thailand 🇹🇭. I am tired of working in America 🇺🇸😪😒😑. I will pack up my bags 🎒now. I will take care of my Grandsons everyday.!!!!
If we take into consideration the global peace index and health care plan of the countries, 80% of these countries did not enter this list. Only the low cost of living factor was considered, the safety factor and Health Care system were overlooked. 3 factors that must always go side by side.
I love Malaysia and Thailand cause I'am asian guy from Malaysia.I love my country Malaysia and my capital city Kuala Lumpur it was in the top10 list of best cities in Asia.❤
For some the definition of the word "home" is ambiguous. There are those who have primary residences (like me) in some place like Arizona, but they also maintain secondary residences (like me) in some other location. The idea is once they choose to retire, the "ditch" their primary residence, and go to the secondary residence permanently, provided that is still their plan. My primary residence is Arizona (same for me wife). Our plan is to "ditch" Arizona once we retire, and move to Vietnam, where we maintain a place there...unless something precludes it.
After Retirement People should come back to Village in their own country and start Farming. Farming is the best way to spend time peacefully with nature. People should teach new generation about agriculture. 🌿🍃 Thank you🌹
Research more about your review mam. Philippines is much cheaper to live in among the countries budget you have mentioned. The budget you've mentioned per month in some countries, is already luxurious life here.
I agree with you with Malaysia on the list of one of the cheapest countries to live because im a Malaysian myself. But for me, it depends on how wealthy and dependent their monthly wages because i also struggled to have my own house (im currently renting) because of our small income which isnt changing from 30years ago. But for sure, we can assure you that my country is cheaper than Singapore
Try Davao City Philippines. Its the 2nd largest city by land area, 2nd cleanest water, with less traffic, affordable properties and abundant food and supplies. Hospitals are well equipped, w/ 911 services, safe & secure envirenment and easy to get a visa. Efficient transport system to and from nearby cities & provinces. You can either buy a beachline property at the nearby island w/c is accessible by road/ferry or build your tropical hut by the cool mountains (still part of city). Overall its on how you want your retirement lifestyle to be. Many choices! From starting a business, doing farming to scuba diving or even mountain climbing. Many expats came. Life is here!
you are wrong when you refered to Davao City " It's the 2nd largest city by land area. Davao City is the largest city in the Phil. in land area not the 2nd as what you mentioned.
080Bored and trolling, but since my post appears to apply here : she said "comfortably". So I'm thinking that 2k gets you a house with a lawn, bordered by woods and a spring. As well as two new cars, top line cell phones - of course, pool and billiards room a personal chef, drug money +of course, (gotta do something with all the free time we'll have), insurance, electric, gas, etc., and COLA investments. Once I save up for a passport and ticket - - - I am outtah here
$2000 a month isn't cheap at all. I live in downtown toronto , in a brand new condo that i bought and i pay less that 2k. Lol and i have good health care and wont get kill cause im gay
My wife and I live in Paraguay, a very safe and friendly place with all modern conveniences. It costs us less than $500 per month, including rental and services, food and groceries and even a tank of fuel for our car.
THAILAND HAVE VERY UNFRIENDLY IMMIGRATION LAWS FOR RETIREMENT ..THE LOCAL CURRENCY THB is VERY STRONG ..AND YOU NEED AT LEAST 1600 USD A MONTH TO LIVE A QUALITY RETIREMENT ..YOUR INFORMATION IS NOT CORRECT
I have seen people searching in Madrid, Barcelona and a woman who came from Manhattan thought it'd be cheaper. NO! She was shocked to learn they were more costly than her old place!
@@transcendingbutterfly1132 ELEVEN MONTHS ago?! Have you regressed back to a caterpillar so that you may transcend into another beautiful butterfly? I pray this finds you healthy, with more wisdom and at peace. I don't know Spain's geography. I know they, Spaniards, came to America in 1600s & they sure didn't get any great praise. At all. Native Indians' tribes I'd never heard of were shown on a map & all were tortured before killing all, decimating entire tribes. You'd think we'd ALL learned by now 🎶We Are The World🌎, we are the children.🕴
@@lucialopez4253 I'd come across an episode of "House Hunters Int'l" and it was featuring Spain. A recently divorcee of Manhattan had wanted a fresh start in more affordable housing, along with others in a similar age as friends of both she & her ex..she didn't want to feel like a third wheel. The look on her face is telling as the rental agent showing a place smaller than her previous place, then the price, she went pale in a brutal reality check. The comment sections can be interesting as to what place they'd choose and/or why.
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sometimes I wonder if she used magic power to trade... I have never heard or seen any of her clients complain of lost... I think she's just too perfect
I agree and I probably think this is a government trying to get people to do something in some way I don't know but some kind of conspiracy but I know for sure the fact that they put Colombia on the list they're sick in the mind because Colombia is one of the most dangerous countries to live in their own Miss Colombia USA was murdered in Cold blood for like some jewelry or something it's ridiculous that they even have Columbia on the list it makes me sick to my stomach but research it you'll see for yourself Miss Columbia was murdered and her own country visiting with her beautiful husband and family and I think her kids were killed too I can't remember the exact story but look it up that's why it's disgusting to see that people would even think to move to any one of these cities based on hopefully they wouldn't watch Justice one video and watch multiple others and research it more for themselves 🤞
When it comes to retirement, extremely low medical expenses but high quality, very low crime rate, relatively low commodity price, easy access to broadband WIFI service, superb infrastructure (Incl. high speed railway, metro), beautiful landscapes etc. should be taken into consideration, Taiwan has it all! Taiwan? Yes, Taiwan. In almost every corner, you can easily find a 24/7 convenient store where you can eat and drink various kind of food (You stand no chance of getting hungry or thirty, no way!), pay all kinds of bill or even tickets.. Feel boring or lonely at night? visit a nearby night market and have great fun! Taiwan awaits you to explore!
I am from southern part of India, i am only 52 but retired comfortably, I still work only on projects which i like ( civil engineer ). Me and wife worked hard in our own business for 25 years very hard, educated our kids in good universities, setup business for them. You can consider southern India, because cost of living is very less ( 500 to 800 dollars for a couple ) , very good health facilities ( Chennai is the best) In tire 2&3 cities very very low crime rate. Unlike Europe or USA you get fresh meat at a fraction of cost, milk is cheap and you get freh fruits year around again at much cheaper cost
My grandpa is from India. I think about how nice it would be to live there. But the truth is I don't know much about it. I can't speak the language. I don't know if you will ever get this message. But if you do, could you give me some direction to get some information? Thanking you in advance.
@@michelleayres5608 visit south India once, you will fall in love with the hospitality and culture, in cities you won't have language problem most people will speak English
@@SureshKumar-ve3lz I have just seen your reply. You have piqued my curiosity. I will try to come up with some sensible questions when I get up tomorrow. Thank you!
actually nepal is the best country to retire to especially in himalayas...people are being able to enjoy lavishly and are being able to afford with worth $1000 per month only for about 5 members including private schools,hospitals which is actually insane.....even they have much free time than other country citizens. ......from outside it seems poor but people here are more like satisfied than any other European or american citizens...
How could you possibly forget the Philippines?? I can live there very comfortably for $800 - $1000 P/M.....Excluding Manila! Live in Cebu - Davao - Dumaguete - Bacolad - Iloilo City - General Santos - Cagayan de Oro - Tacloban etc!! I have done it already living in Dumaguete for 6 months in a furnished 1 bed Apt, with aircon, TV etc.!! I am going back soon for good.......And the Filpiina's (women) are beautiful!
Philippines???? Are you NUT? With Psychopath duterte leading the killings with his EJK and fake drug war that stands at 36,000+ ... The political and economic climate here are not conducive for foreign travelers and investors. It's practically a death wish to foreign investors brave enough. One does not need to be too smart to figure that out. Psycopath LIAR duterte urges his police(PNP), his military(AFP) and his vigilantes (Duterte Death Squad-DDS) to kill at their pleasure. The death toll right now stands at 36,897(and counting) in his fake war on drugs and EJKs. Remember the german tourist, who was kidnapped, ransomed for 2 million dollars and released. Then, was stupid enough to come back and got kidnapped again and this time no more ransom paid and lost his head, literally by PNP. Another one, a Korean businessman named, Jee Ick Joo was kidnapped by the PNP police and after the wife paid the ransom, the PNP chief IGNATIUS FERRO, Head of PNP Anti-Drug, hack him to pieces in their main police HQ and feed parts of the body pieces to their dogs, cremated the remaining parts and flushed down the toilet. (No witnesses, they PNP said). But some of you are idiots anyway, my advice, takes an insurance policy, at least 3-4 MILLION DOLLARs, in the event you get taken as a hostage, in that way, you're leaving your loved ones financially taken care of. And for your protection against the police (PNP) bring a body armor with you, the likelihood of being shot or killed by Duterte Death Squad(DDS)vigilantes or PNP police are extremely very high and these are for extortion purposes only. They do not hesitate to kill and mutilate you. If you are that stupid enough to get caught up with it, in between, then you are really fucked in a very dire strait fuck-up situation !!! Stay safe by staying in your room, lock the door and do not be stupid to go out after dark. OH...and by the way his DDS vigilantes are on this kidnap for ransom scam, too. The good part they take the ransom, the bad part they will kill and chop you to pieces and scatter the remains in Manila Bay for the fish to fatten up (duterte said and recommended that. It's not a joke!). Good Luck
Update your info, Dude. of those killed not one is a druglord. Next time you come back here, let me know, I'll pass the word you won the 350Mil mega-lotto...
It doesn't matter where you lived when you retired. Its the style of your life, and how you spend your money. If you like to eat in restaurant, like to gamble, drink, then most likely that you do have problems. I'm a Filipino and I'm retired living here in upstate NY. Sure its expensive here but not worse compared to the city. My family traditions comes a long way for me to survive!
In the Philippines, condominium rent in Manila ave. $500/mos. A restaurant buffet meal less than $10. Ordinary meal in small eateries is $1. With $2000 you will live comfortably in half a year in rural areas in the Philippines. I know because im a Filipino and i am living here🤗
You're Filipino and pay the normal for Philippine prices than non who pays a little more but still reasonable the food prices are a little less the Philippines is a nice little more for your money country.
Yes of course,try the Philippines. European cost of life,for Asian country infrastructure. These people who tell for 350$ per month are scammers. 500$ per month,at the very least if you have family and everything constantly getting more expensive,because Philippines is an emerging economy. And for provinces of course,because Manila is a Metropolis for thick wallets. Tell the truth to the people. Philippines are cheap,only for high pensioners of Europe,USA,Canada,Australia etc. English is official language and people are really friendly,that's the one and only truth that you write. Except of course the discrimination that you will face if you have low income,because all people of the Philippines (and most of Asian countries), expect that the foreigners must be billionaires (or at least millionaires)... Stay in your country. And if you are struggling little,try to slightly lower your needs instead (that your society created and increased,finally) and don't search for any lost paradise.
@@harryhoudini1669 I dont know what kind of experience you made in the Philippines but you sound embittered. My experience is much different. Its not necessary to be rich! And if the family ask for money, you have to be clear you wont support the whole clan! They asked me for money to renovate a house. My answer was simple: How you wanna pay back? And it was done! It worked without any problems. I dont know how muuch pension the US, Canada, Australia have but with a minimum pension rom my country you can live a nice and peaceful lie there! Example: I payed for food a month 300 US. This allows me to feed 4 persons but always was somebody else there to eat wit us. So maybe your expectations are a bit too high or you dont communicate with them in a proper and clear way.
I agree with the cost of living in the Philippines. The only drawback in the Philippines is healthcare. Especially if you are a retiree and if you are living with a chronic illness or a pre-existing health condition by that age. Healthcare in the Philippines is one of the worst & very expensive. People would rather die than spend all their hard-earned money on hospitalization & medicine. Other than that, Philippines is a nice choice for retirement.
I've been in all those countries except Portugal. It's true that most of them are very affordable but some not so much like Spain, Costa Rica and Panama. Property in Barcelona is 4,500 to 6,000 Euros per square meter, that's not cheap (it costs about US$1,000 in Medellin, Colombia). I would think the top of the ranking should be the most inexpensive and it's not. Panama, Costa Rica and Ecuador are not cheaper than Peru, Colombia, Thailand or Malaysia, basically because their prices are parallel to the dollar. Another criteria other than cost of living may have been used to rank them as they are. Also the comparison should be among cities of the same size and importance. It's not possible to compare Boquete in Panama with Bangkok in Thailand. Also agree with many comments, why the Philippines is not on the list? It's a paradise for only pennies.
SPAIN and Costa Rica are cheap? thats a good joke. in central America most neighboring countries are cheaper than C.R.- and by the way there is not much rainforest left.. I really think the video is made by some real estate company selling condos in C.R. and so on.. Bulgaria has good prices
Philippines? Not in the list... People in this country rob on Monday, stole on Tuesday, kill on Wednesday, relax in the beaches/hotels to enjoy their 3-day blessings on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, goes to crowded church on Sunday to implore god more blessings in the coming week.
Spain is now longer “cheap”. After living here for 7 years, house and condo prices have doubled, food and other expenses have also risen. Any resort areas, Madrid and Barcelona are actually on the pricey side. It’s perhaps overall less expensive than major US cities but probably more expensive than middle US. €2000 a month would be living extremely modestly in Spain. Also, be prepared to speak Spanish.
One of the best options is Sri Lanka Lots of nature , beautiful beaches , friendly locals , Very safe & good ROI of FD s Cheap public transport , take away lunch from a 5* HTL under 2 x USD, Good medical facilities etc
Yea, international Living paints a pretty picture no matter where you go. That’s there business. Just be aware, they would send you to Greenland for a private beachfront home and make look good.
@@mela6046 Most people I hv met have health insurance from private companies. It's affordable, about RM400 per month for an annual coverage of RM100,000. Myself I do not hv any insurance policies here as I found the healthcare costs even in private hospitals to be fairly reasonable. I was warded 10 days in a private hospital here without any subsidy and I paid about the same amount I paid in a government subsidized hospital in Singapore even with 85% subsidy and the care I received here was much better. The public hospitals in Malaysia is free even to foreigners but it's 3rd world standard.
@@kakatuaa Thanks :)) I am interested in SEA area for multiple visits & hopefully retirement if I decide to make the area permanent :)) (once C 19 is over with) esp Malaysia much needed for visits stays, I like the food, culture, & vibe (since my whole life was in SEA country, long ago,...I miss the area... :))
Philippines is still the best place for retirement. As long as you have a piece of land, with a house in the province near the city. Just do a livestock raising, such as chicken, hog and other animals for your protein. Also, do a vegetable gardens for your vitamins and fibers. Monthly bills such as water and electricity can be minimize or can be totally free. Just have a deep well for water source and have a solar panel for electricity. For clothing, very cheap if you are just looking for everyday uses. Transportaion, you can buy a good secondhand car for about $1000. Communication, internet is only about $30 per month and about $10 for you phone bill, if you're going have postpaid plan. All in all, your monthly expences will fall only on communication and transportation.
I'm surprised they didn't mention the Philippines. With 50 pesos per dollar I only know of a few places with a better exchange rate and lower costs. I agree about getting a modest house outside of a city. I am a permanent resident of the Philippines
@@godwinmantilla4198 that is the exciting part for me an expat from the USA. The economy here is looking like it will rebound nicely, people are flooding the malls during election break, etc. Meanwhile in the US there is recession coming, rising prices are causing most Americans to change their buying habits. My expeeience comes from when I was in the US prior to March vesus being here in the Philippines sonce then.
The Philippines is cheap to live. Most everyone speaks English. It's a little expensive in large cities but if u moved to the country side, it's cheaper to live.
Just gotta be sure to not allow the whole family and then some lol. They'll live there with no plans to move out and will expect you to pay for everything even if they have jobs. Trust me, been there done that 🤣
was in india in 85 92 and 95...lived in 2 acre walled compound with cook maid two gardeners and houseman that eventually fired and it cost me on average 1200 a month for food doe the help rent and salaries. .so not to bad since instead of flowers grew veggies in flower beds
Sorry, best place for an American to retire? America. I suggest before retiring to any of these place do a long term visit, at least 3 months. And DO NOT BUY ANY REAL ESTATE ANYWHERE outside USA until you are sure. Stay as far away as you can from any undeveloped property in the promise its a future community. Peoples dream homes become nightmares, under these situations.
Are you kidding mate? Obviously you have not done any research or travelled or lived outside your home town. Travel the world and do some research before make comments here. Read my comments in the main section if you need more info.
Laptop Lifestyle Just got back from China two months ago. Doing Europe again this summer, so I have traveled. So much this video misses. Medical concerns is one, my wife got ill in China, it was not cheap, nobody accepted our gold level insurance. Re read my comment, i am not saying places like Australia or Spain are not beautiful, i just think money or cheap isn't the major concern. I think America is great for Americans, Spain is probably great for Spanish. I am also just saying be careful, think it through, check it out well first. I looked for your comments didn't see any, saw a lot similar to mine though, not a lot of comments agreeing with video.
@@KrazyKrzysztof Can't say that isn't even better advice. My Parents retired here in USA, they bough a house in Florida, didn't like it couldn't sell it and bought another in Myrtle beach. Had to rent the Florida house and it wasn't good
Im from FL can't afford it anymore. FL used to be called the place where K-Mart shoppers retired. Now its considered the retirement destination for the Neiman Markus crowd.
U can rent a pretty descent studio type apartment in the Philippines for less than a $150 a month. Buy your self a good food for $3 a meal. Subways and transportation systems are kinda bad but at least they're working to make it better.
you can say cheap by considering how much a person can get average salary in that local place, how much he can spent for apartment, daily food, phone charge, and finally how much remaining money he has in a month. If you come from USA, don't compare your earned US dollars to this country's cost of living, it will always appear cheaper.
True. If you want to live in the same way as you're used to, you will find the Philippines isn't cheap at all. For example quality of houses is low compared to Europe. No free health insurance, no free schools like in my European country. Etcetera.
Lol after seeing this video and the comments, I've realized, living here in Mexico, not a big city or on the coast, I've paid for an unfurnished apartment just for $61 per month, and you could get a great meal each one for 3 dollars as well. And If you are a veggie person it's even the cheapest way to save, you could get a meal for 2 dollars.
I kinda surprised of missing the Philippines on the list because I've seen couple of articles about my country as ideal place for expats. But looking at the good side I guess this vid can somehow spare my beloved country to become densely populated as base from last census, it has drastically decreased for the last 75 years. Perhaps cover this same video after 5 years cause by then according to the experts my beloved country is more industrialized and economically improved. "Give the cheapest and warmest gift to everyone which is happiness by wearing smile on your faces" - Greetings to the world by every Filipinos 😄😃😀
How many $$$ does a house cost in a small decent town with less than 10.000 people? Georgia is good to those who speak Russian. But I doubt if it's good for English or German speakers.
The presenter suggests that in Malaysia, "you can dine in a good, local restaurant for less than six dollars, including beer". (maybe 20 years ago) Today's reality: a large bottle of Tiger beer in a good local restaurant costs at least US$ 4.00 ! A simple plate of prawns (shrimps) without side dishes (rice, vegetables) will set you back around US$ 5.00 or more. A bottle of wine can cost US$ 100.00 and more (less in supermarkets). How do you define a "good, local restaurant"? If a good local restaurant serves beer, it can get expensive (to recover the annual cost of a liquor license). Credit cards and air conditioning also indicate large bills. I won't even go into the red tape of obtaining a social pass (government's permission for a foreigners to reside in Malaysia). As the saying goes: if it looks too good to be true, it probably isn't. Don't rely on CZcams documentaries.. Do your own research; talk to expat residents (not diplomats); come for a visit before committing yourself (not just Malaysia). Stay safe and healthy, everybody! Regards from Sabah (Malaysian Borneo)
Thailand: she says, "you can live here comfortably on around $500 a month." Together with the rest of the prices she quoted, this is absolute nonsense!
Yes you can live with 500: If someone else pays the rent, the food, the drinks, and the parties. So the 500 are to spend on traveling the city or the region! We all can live very cheap, all we have to do is finding the way to do it!
I retired in the Philippines in 2013 and my budget depended on what you do, eat, drive,and purpose...I tried to live low on $500/per month to $ 1200.00 and is doable....
@Lloyd Standing huhhmmmmppppp you don't have to explained a lots' neither no need for the words of (obvious idea of concept) 'fyi we had a different view of point at all' however all you've have been mentioned above do you really think people doesn't knows__? Naahhhhh
I retired 5 yeas ago. I live now in Medellin Colombia. I love it. I retire with 4000.00 a month. And live like a king. I save 1300 to 1500 a month. Here.
Some of those you mentioned have a serious security problem. People are kidnapped and ransomed to family members. I would take security in account before mentioning this list...
A lot of these choices have really terrible long stay VISA requirements. No mention of one of the most important conciderations in making your decission of where to retire. There's so much painting the picture in this video
Obtaining long term or permanent resident visa is very easy and affordable if you know visa class for those countries. We have several years to reach retirement but will be moving and retiring to one of those counties very soon.
The question is also, how difficult is it to get a permit to live in many of those countries? A tourist visa is not the same as a permanent resident visa. What about health insurance? Political stability?
I could be wrong but.... Both Thailand and Malaysia have set up special ‘retirement visas’ with a minimum of about $50,000 deposit. Even buying a boat would be equal to that and then just live on it. Look into it, look up retirement visa for those countries. Malaysia are really gearing up for this with retirement villages, medical facilities, everything as they are aware that this brings in a lot of money.
@7A ..I have the money but I would never meet their demands because it feels like extortion.. Thailand is not even the best country to retire in my opinion... people are going to wise up and start doing their own research.. anyway it's different strokes for different folks!!
@otto x that is true but in order to get a retirement visa or renew a retirement visa they most prove they have a monthly income from abroad of 65,000 baht or have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account for 2 months before and 3 months after obtaining the vise or extension. the other 7 months the funds in a Thai bank should not go lower that 400,000 baht. Plus they must have health insurance that covers them in Thailand.
These sound very tempting BUT - 21 years ago I made the move to Hungary. Turns out today it is the safest most beautiful and least expensive place to live. It is in the heart of Europe if you want to get in your car and travel - go to the countryside to buy from farmers - fruits, vegetables, raw milk and milk products and even meat. I had no choice - when I figured my style of living on my $1000 retirement budget - it would have been a sad fact anywhere. Cashed in my 401K and even with the penalty for early withdrawal - it bought me a 1000 sq ft downtown apartment with high ceilings and lots of windows. By now, I've become a dual citizen which means free domestic travel and medical insurance for under $40/month ALL INCLUSIVE. Can't tell you how relieved I am not having to worry about ending up on the streets for my old age. Now there is also a country house and a vineyard. Was a realtor in NC so if you have questions - please feel free to ask. I'm retired and would love to help anyone else who wants to enjoy their golden years.
Thank you, Ella Stern. You are so kind.
@@AroundTheWorldInVideos What I am is content - and it is a great way to feel.
Ella, thank you for your post....many American people are between a rock and a hard place...and many think thats the greatest country in the world to live in....you and l both know better....
Ella Stern little things
Ella Stern free domestic travel???
I'm an American living in Cebu City, Philippines. Very safe and still very affordable. Beautiful here.
Hello! Wow im filipino im proud that some americans love the Philippines
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Thank you my friend, it's nice here in the Philippines, good salary and low cost of living, God is so great to the Philippines
100%... Proud cebuano here...
Honestly I’ve always wanted to live outside of the US, but my only problem is that I need to be somewhere where English is spoken widely, I’ve tried to learn another language but just can’t pick it up
You can retire at a young age if you invest wisely on time, Most times it amaze me greatly the way I moved from an average lifestyle to earning over $63k per month, utter shock is the word. I have understood a lot in the past few years to doubt that opportunities are bound in the financial markets, The only thing is to know where to focus.
I keep wondering how people earn money in financial markets, i tried trading bitcoin on my own made a huge loss and now I'm scared of investing more.
@@susanhaynes679 That won't bother you if you trade with a professional like Mr Tony Alin berker my coach, you may have come across him on interviews relating to bitcoin. He trades, manage trading account and offer mentorship program for clients who wish to become professional investors.
@@dralfred2400 You allow people to trade for you ? that's interesting, I would love to learn, how safe is it ?
Wow I can't believe you guys are discussing about Mr Tony Alin berker, I once met him at a conference in California 2019, just before the pandemic. I can testify that is very good in trading..Highly recommended.
@@canary7361 Well this not my first time of seeing this name on social platform. A CNBC news host spoke highly of this man and his trading strategies. Do you know him ? if yes , did you invest with him ?
We've been in Costa Rica since 1999. Raised three daughters here and couldn't be happier. My father-in-law gave us a lot and we built our house for $15k. My wife's advanced degree cost about $3k. One oldest daughter had a full scholarship to UCR and graduated with an advanced degree. Brought my Dad down here and we got him full coverage healthcare for $75 per month. Yes there's crime here but no more than the good old US of A.
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@@angyalkaazalea8247 You are right.
But I don't know why people remain poor due to ignorance..
@@ronjabergstrand1892 It's not ignorance but unprofessional broker in the market
I a.m a Pilipino . I’ve Been in malaysia thailand and vietnam, I must say that Philippines is the best place to live.. great food at cheaper price, affordable houses, friendly people and easy to converse with because everybody can speak and understand english, which is very important
You earning much less than all of those countries but still paying the same prices now think about it.
@@nattv9498 This list wasnt about earning money, it was about cheapest place to live in, to retire, when you already have money. And no, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam are alot cheaper, Now think about that ;)
I am interesting philippines and thailand .
It goes cheapest Cambodia, Philippines, and then Thailand for Asian countries to retire in, but read Vietnam is between Philippines and Thailand now
Liar!!!! I was born there but you cannot pay me any amount of money to visit much less live there!!!!
Who on earth considers 2,000 a month to be CHEAP !!!
🕎WE🕎
When your from Southern California 2000 a month is cheap. 2000 doesn't even cover my rent sadly.
I live pretty well on 3k a month in NC. Own home, motor home, motorcycle, car. Never buy new. I have lived in over a dozen countries and visited over 50.
I was just in Panama a couple of months ago. When they say “live comfortable on 2k a month” you have to understand that it is not going to be just like the US. The standards are different. But it goes back to that old adage, “everything is a trade off”. So you will loose some things and gain others. It won’t be the same as the US, But you will find wonderful things that you didn’t even know that you were missing. Like LOW crime, especially violent crime, really good caring people. Wonder FRESH HEALTHY food. Not the processed crap that we eat. To keep costs down and have a richer experience, make all efforts to speak the language. Unlike America, the locals will bend over backwards to help you. And if you don’t live in an exclusive expat type community, it really will be much less expensive and as I say richer experience. If you expect to live “just like the US” it may not work. Be flexible, open minded and respectful and you will be rewarded.
2000 per month is poverty in northern VA, USA.
for a couple! so a $1,000 per person, which isn't bad at all
Im From Philippines and What I can say is Philippines is one of the best in Asia. ❤️
Hi! What's the cost of living in the Philippines and if you know of any area you recommend visiting? And I'd like to go visit the country one day, as well as some other countries! :)
Thx in advance, hello from the USA!
@@centauria9122 Good day.! I'm happy that you're interested to visit my country. We have a lot of tourist spots here, Like El Nido Palawan, Boracay, The perfect cone Volcano The Mayon Volcano And more....! You're Welcome anytime.. Because it's more Fun in the Philippines..
❤️❤️
Underdeveloped
❤️ from Imphal
A friend of mine is from The Philippines, collects a military pension and some 50% disability with his pension and lives like a king! He hasn’t worked since retiring years ago.
right Jon Phillipine might be cheaper than Europe n Marica but what about law n order situation there.
@@shahazam120 u mean philipines have high crime rates?
@@shahazam120 Don't do anything dumb and you be ok .
Do you like to live in our country Philippines?
@@shahazam120 im from philipines my friend, what do u think in philippines about law and order? lol
I TOTALLY DISAGREE!
SPAIN IS AN EXPENSIVE COUNTRY!
Spain is excellent in many ways and cheaper than most European countries, but they still have a developed country mentality, so freedom seems a bit compromised; it's nice to be free and have the economic freedom of living in an affordable country. Affordable countries can include the Philippines, Mexico, Ecuador, Panama and several other choices. Spain has nice beaches, but I actually like beaches in Brazil and Mexico better for the view and the quality, too. Spain has amazing castles and lots of history, too, so it's nice to travel around and see things, too.
TOTALLY AGREE. Barcelona is expensive as HELL....
@@tiffsaver I do believe Valencia is much better than the crowded Barcelona. Spain and Portugal are nice places, but I like some of the Western Hemisphere - I stay summers in Mexico and it's cheaper and with nicer beaches and for the most part excellent people. Spain is good for Europe, but those countries are sort of far north and colder - the tropics have endless fruit and it's beautiful.
@@dennishassler605
THANKS!!
@@tiffsaver It's like you're in Paris. 😁
You may also consider: Vietnam, Philippines, South Korea, and Indonesia. These Southeast Asian countries are much
cheaper to live. And people are very hospitable.
Right. But South Korea is North Asia tho.
South Korea is an expensive country, not the same level as Philippines and Vietnam. Though If you have big pension you might retire in South Korea as well.
@@ms.mermaid9072 I wonder what would happen if you have a health problem in Vietnam or Philippines.
South Korea🙂?
Alexander if you don't have enough retirement savings to spend for a private health care, then you will struggle in the Philippines as the Philippine public health system is unrelibale due to underfunding or corruption. The Filipino healthcare professionals excel in their jobs and one of the best health carers of the world though... so in that aspect , rest assured you will be in good hands.
Between 2008 & 2015 I lived in Colombia,, on the Caribbean coast at Barranquilla. I had retired from the UK, went for 3 weeks, but stayed 7 years! The part in this video re. Colombia was so true. The lifestyle was so laid bank, music everywhere and the fruit ..... I generally felt quite safe, but you must be careful NOT to draw attention to yourself. Think carefully how you dress, don’t drive around in flashy./ new or expensive cars, accept the friendly nature of the people .... and enjoy the difference!
I had the pleasure of living in the Netherlands for about 10years, still have many Dutch friends from that time.
The diversity of great Netherlands is beyond my imagination and beyond description. I'm intoxicated by the wonderful and beautiful scenery of great Netherland.
@@aguerozeus9705 Can we please swap countries.
I wish my country economy was like that of Netherlands. Greetings from Costa Rica, I'll be on vacation soon to Netherland.
@@aguerozeus9705 I can't wait to visit Netherland again. life's good over there.
@@mahalogolden4560 I'm literally watching this video because I don't understand what is really happening to the world Economy? Economy crisis everywhere🤦♂️.
$1000 per month in province is even only for upper class, middle class Filipinos can only afford to spend less than $250 a month but still live pretty decently
If you're tourist $2K is cheap. But if you're traveller $2K is very expensive.
perrrfecto
The best place to go is PHILIPPINES for me. Very friendly locals even people in the city and everyone speaks in english, low cost of living and local places are like the last PARADISE in the world❤️
Hiiii
But why many Filipino evade to western,"richer" countries like Emirates,Europ,America and so on?
@@carinematondo1140 low wages income in phils. thats the reason. i.e. teachers monthly wage 20k PHP while in other country Domestic Helper 30k a month. but philippines is one of the best to retire.
I like to ask why so many filipino go onbroad as a Helper , middle east Singapore,Hongkong,Taiwan ,hard to Made money and life in Filipine
that cos you are pinoy.so why are your pinoys all over the globe for?
I always find these types of area evaluation videos show how people never leave their house and try to tell everyone else how great things are in other places.
It is so awesome in New Zealand. I've never been there but you should go Jim. You'll love it. I've never been though. In fact, I haven't left my house since the COVID pandemic on March 14, 2020. I'm at over 347 days in my bedroom. I get everything delivered to my bedroom by a friend that owns a hazmat suit. Thank goodness I live in the best and least expensive state in the US. Alabama. It is the best. I cannot wait to go outside in a few years. A tip of the hat and a red butt cat to you sir!
Some places in the world are objectively shit though honestly 🤣
I'm American and travelled around the world already but my choice as the cheapest and the best country to live and retire is the Philippines. A lot of beautiful world class beaches, luxury cities, friendly people and a very good English speaking country-not hard to communicate that even little kids can understand & speak English. Philippines is paradise not only to retirees but to everybody who wants to relax and visit the country. It is now becoming the blogger's paradise, too. Kindly update your videos because there are lots of traveler's which are more knowledgeable of your topic. Your list is not reliable & updated. Just watch CZcams and you can find the best places that are worthy of promotion, particularly in Southeast Asian countries😝😁
Correct!!!
Jimmel Moreyno true😊
Jimmel Moreyno thanks for that info I’m marrying a philipino and thinking about retiring there
I disagree philippinesjin is good but they're food sucks
Monica Sarabia, i think you 4got to take your pills😜maybe you only taste "Balut", try some other Filipino food pls.😺
Retirement life must be safety first not the cost alone.
Exactly❤
I live in the safest country in the tropic. Robbery and theft are very rare, and homicide rate here is only 0.5. No drug lords and no drunk people in the streets. Rent for a good house is only around $ 1000 per year or $ per month.
@@ndorobei4391 were is tht country
good point... comes a time when you're too old to either run or fight.
never leave your house, drive, eat out, or anything, you miss life avoiding risks
Barcelona and Madrid are the most expensive places to live in Spain.
Patricia Lauria want to get robbed. Come to Barcelona or Madrid!,
No es verdad
Agree
Patricia Lauria lots of pickpockets, too.
Patricia Lauria England and France
I am amazed by learning my country is ranked among a top ten for cheapest countries to retire. It's true the cost of living is much cheaper compared with other Latin American countries, yet I wouldn't have imagined Peru was worth being considered.
Ey bruv you need a roommate?
Very happy to see in the comments that many foreigners love the Philippines!
I’m American living here in philippines 🇵🇭 love it here been her 6 years now !! Baby boy on the way with my filipina. Ako Pinoy now
They are %95 Flirtatious and perverted men😂
I have been many countries in the whole worlds but Philippines is the best for me it is very affordable and people's were hospitable very safe.
I visited some places in Philippines, Talisay City, San Antonio, Calbayog, Bogo, Imelda Village. All I can say is that Philippines is so nice and I won't mind going again.
Really Philippines is safe and cheapest place to live. Wish to learn slope rice cultivation in Baguio City. Can I be friend to 55 plus matured English speaking women in Philippines
Friendly people generally
Served in the navy with many Philippines. Great people! Some of if not my best friendships were with them. I miss them
@@e.d.s.saravanansaravanan2645 How can it be safe if people are allowed to use guns and police is corrupted
When I retire, I want to go back home in my country Philippines, in my hometown. Japan is a nice & safe place to stay but the cost of living here might not enough for my retirement benefits. When I retire, I think I'm gonna be at ease if I choose to live in my own country cause all of my hardwork money that I invested are there in my own country. Since I have my own family in Japan, I will only come back home during vacation. When I retire, I want to travel and make the best of my remaining life on earth. I want to be happy and be with my mom, parents and my family. I have so much plans in my head, like small business, I hope it will all come true, if not then, it's just okay.
I would say the Philippines is one of the best n cheapest country. I´m since 6 year here and never regret it.
San po kayo sa pinas
Penang malaysia..many japanese retire stay there.
Its more fun in the Philippines. Cheap, safe, beautiful places, people are friendly and can speak good english.
Only when you're rich ($2500+ per month) and can stand or ignore the pollution and poverty.
"Visit the Philippines, where rent and food are cheap, and life is cheaper!"
"Tired of big game hunting? Visit the Philippines, where smaller game shooting is plentiful and far, far cheaper!"
@Rizaldi, your comments may be accurate, but I couldn't live in a society that turns a blind eye to morons (including the president) driving around at night, shooting people who look like drug addicts. (What do drug addicts look like?) I suspect a lot of malnourished, poor people get murdered in the process. “Collateral damage”?
This is ridiculous: Spain is a developed european country and is not cheap, specialy a city like Barcelona.
spain is a marginally developed country with a couple of cities that are mostly in this century.
I wonder where they got their numbers? With the currency exchange between USD and Euro, you loose almost 20% off the top! A/o today it's $1.18 to 1 Euro because the dollar is weak right now.
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And far from safe,...
@@Nomad.Venturer Criminality rate in Spain is lower than the one in Germany, France, or Britain. And USA of course.
Forget Thailand. Living there long term as a retiree is turning into a nightmare. Almost on a weekly basis the government is coming up with harsher regulations and penalties against foreigners. Every 90 days you have to report to an immigration office, if you spend 24 hours away from your registered address you must make notifications or face fines. You are constantly overcharged by the locals. Any dispute or disagreement of any nature and you are deemed in the wrong, and you must back down and let them have it their way, or risk being beaten and hospitalized.
Hey I agree with you Thailand sucks. Philippines on the other hand is like Thailand was in the 70s I rest my case.
yep i hear that too they are becoming desperate like a few others enforcing extortion tatics....... and threats........spent 3 months there myself will not go back.....
Wow, that sounds incredibly lawless. I thought Thailand was a safe place that followed the rule of law.
Clearly retirees are not welcome especially if they are not wealthy. Along with harsh immigration rules the financial requirements are frequently being increased. To get a retirement visa you have to keep a substantial amount of money in a Thai bank account along with income requirements.
You are right..living in Thailand is more and more oppressing..What you feel as a tourist is not what you feel as a resident...
Living in your own place is most amazing...... Birth place where every things seems your own, and all the people's are yours. Both love and power will bound u to live like hero in your own place.
Namaste
I was born in Panama but grew up in the U.S. and I would say that Bohol Philippines would be the best and cheapest place to retire.
I still love and retires in my own country, Philippines 👍👍👍👍
proudly to say. :>
Most Filipinos have no choice but to retire in the Philippines 😂
@@kunkka5491 of course
I'm from South Africa, honestly it's cheaper for me to just stay home
Same here, our current pathetic economy and exchange rate has imprisoned us here permanently.
@@godfreyberry1599 hahaha yes!
I'm also a South African wanting to immigrate.
Which country would you suggest?
Please help me.
You can visit Philippines, you don't need to work to live, if you want simple living we have many vegetables and fruits planted in our backyard specially in the provinces
Philippines must on the top list num one very cheap but so beautiful place as well the people 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
Wish you can invite me to philipines
Wish you put up a video soon on Cheap Living in Phillipines.👍
I live in India with a family of 6 and it costs me $1000 ( approx INR70000 ) including house rent, internet, food ( indian mostly vegetarian ), electricity and part time staff ( 2 maids, gardener and driver ). Does not include medical services, travel. But the costs are increasing say 5 to 10 % per annum.
Absolutely correct entire world only cheapst country india when compare to U S Doller if you plan to live any upcoming cities are want to stay village atmosphere so many places are there day by day india going very fast for global business
so how many maids and gardners do you have now in 2022 and how much it costs? lol
@@fsalhin99 Same as mentioned above plus one more employed 3 months ago for my roof garden. They all are part timers I.e they work else where also LOL.
I am indian citizen but I was stay there in phillipnes 4 years I love phillipnes
Hi wat is it like living in the pillippns I'm a can you give me a tex back p s
Don't come back!!
@@jk.8748 True.
5-6 : bukas tv la tao! Dami tsinelas la tao! Ako singil utang la tao.! Lagi wla tao! 😂😂
@@jk.8748 shutup malaysian buffon
for retirement..malaysia no doubt one of the best in the world..the people are friendly,open minded n cheap cost of living esp.kota kinabalu sabah
You can buy breakfast, lunch or dinner for $1.50-$2 in Thailand. You can retire there for $600 a month.
I am from Thailand but working in America for a long time.
I am going to retire in Thailand next year 2022.
I missed all my Family and friends in Thailand 🇹🇭.
I am tired of working in America 🇺🇸😪😒😑.
I will pack up my bags 🎒now.
I will take care of my Grandsons everyday.!!!!
If we take into consideration the global peace index and health care plan of the countries, 80% of these countries did not enter this list. Only the low cost of living factor was considered, the safety factor and Health Care system were overlooked. 3 factors that must always go side by side.
Exactly! 💯% what I missed in this vid rendering most location worthless..
Thailand has a advanced, cheap healthcare system.
In a way he is right, I am Peruvian. Don't expect to spend only $500 in a safe and very nice place.
@@jenniferg7110 Yes, for Thaï nationals only.
BS: nothing wrong about relocating to Ecuador, Portugal, or Costa Rica. Mexico would be ideal if it were not for the cartels.
Bali Indonesia is the best for living cheap,unique n so peaceful 🇮🇩🇮🇩
You should go to Yogyakarta in middle Java. Many cities here with local foods and cultures. Welcome to Indonesia...
I love Malaysia and Thailand cause I'am asian guy from Malaysia.I love my country Malaysia and my capital city Kuala Lumpur it was in the top10 list of best cities in Asia.❤
Nobody cares😂😂😂
@@user-gd6rd7jo9h I do not want people care about me I'am just tell the truth only are you okay bro
Actually i think hanoi is
Agreed I'm from UK and love Malaysia .
Im Filipina and i love Philippines.i travelled another country but still back to my beloved country.
I would like to live in the Philippines too. Is it expensive to start a family there?
@@andysim5268 .its affordable price.come here and enjoy the beauty of Philippines.& pls do research more about our beloved country.
@@virgiliaamahan4865 I’ve been there a couple of times. I even planned to settle down there if I’m lucky enough to find my future partner there.
@@andysim5268 oh great. i will search a wife for you.
@@virgiliaamahan4865 really? That’ll be great
Go east Go west but home is the best
Edit : thanks for the likes much appreciated 😍
For some the definition of the word "home" is ambiguous. There are those who have primary residences (like me) in some place like Arizona, but they also maintain secondary residences (like me) in some other location. The idea is once they choose to retire, the "ditch" their primary residence, and go to the secondary residence permanently, provided that is still their plan. My primary residence is Arizona (same for me wife). Our plan is to "ditch" Arizona once we retire, and move to Vietnam, where we maintain a place there...unless something precludes it.
ADVANCED TRUCKS - absolutely - no place like home!
10. Spain
9. Thailand
8. Peru
7. Portugal
6. Colombia
5. Malaysia
4. Ecuador
3. Mexico
2. Costa Rica
1. Panama
I saved your time. Welcome 💖
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Here Philippines, you can live for $1000 a month, Angeles City is safe place ideal for retirees.
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Can I get a cute Pilipina to go with it?
After Retirement People should come back to Village in their own country and start Farming. Farming is the best way to spend time peacefully with nature. People should teach new generation about agriculture. 🌿🍃
Thank you🌹
Farming is not easy as is look like
Doing job in city is more easy and peacefull than doing farming e
Agree with ya.
@@mcpeguru4060 I think you don't belong a Village, or You don't have any farming skill.. you are a bookish guy😀 🚜
Agree! Less stress and have a lot of negative ion that can heal mind and soul
So true Ravi
Research more about your review mam. Philippines is much cheaper to live in among the countries budget you have mentioned. The budget you've mentioned per month in some countries, is already luxurious life here.
Still love Philippines... my home no country could replace
yes you are right kabayan.... payakap po salamat po
I agree with you with Malaysia on the list of one of the cheapest countries to live because im a Malaysian myself. But for me, it depends on how wealthy and dependent their monthly wages because i also struggled to have my own house (im currently renting) because of our small income which isnt changing from 30years ago. But for sure, we can assure you that my country is cheaper than Singapore
Vietnam is more cheaper
Skrng semuanya dah naik harga huhu
I agree. I have traveled to Malaysia more than 20 times. It has advanced health care and pretty affordable even for foreigners.
Try Davao City Philippines. Its the 2nd largest city by land area, 2nd cleanest water, with less traffic, affordable properties and abundant food and supplies. Hospitals are well equipped, w/ 911 services, safe & secure envirenment and easy to get a visa. Efficient transport system to and from nearby cities & provinces. You can either buy a beachline property at the nearby island w/c is accessible by road/ferry or build your tropical hut by the cool mountains (still part of city). Overall its on how you want your retirement lifestyle to be. Many choices! From starting a business, doing farming to scuba diving or even mountain climbing. Many expats came. Life is here!
you are wrong when you refered to Davao City " It's the 2nd largest city by land area. Davao City is the largest city in the Phil. in land area not the 2nd as what you mentioned.
two thousand dollars a month? is this cheap for you?
Yeah, that was my thought! Cheap places and the first on the list is $2000 per month?!
080Bored and trolling, but since my post appears to apply here : she said "comfortably".
So I'm thinking that 2k gets you a house with a lawn, bordered by woods and a spring. As well as two new cars, top line cell phones - of course, pool and billiards room a personal chef, drug money +of course, (gotta do something with all the free time we'll have), insurance, electric, gas, etc., and COLA investments.
Once I save up for a passport and ticket - - - I am outtah here
In philippines you can live comfortably for only 350 to 400 USD a month
$2000 a month isn't cheap at all. I live in downtown toronto , in a brand new condo that i bought and i pay less that 2k. Lol and i have good health care and wont get kill cause im gay
@@StudioArtFX it is for many people
My wife and I live in Paraguay, a very safe and friendly place with all modern conveniences. It costs us less than $500 per month, including rental and services, food and groceries and even a tank of fuel for our car.
Johan Smal, where in Paraguay do you live? What city?
@@boudiccaprasutagus5709 We live in Caaguazu.
THAILAND HAVE VERY UNFRIENDLY IMMIGRATION LAWS FOR RETIREMENT ..THE LOCAL CURRENCY THB is VERY STRONG ..AND YOU NEED AT LEAST 1600 USD A MONTH TO LIVE A QUALITY RETIREMENT ..YOUR INFORMATION IS NOT CORRECT
A few years ago it was more convenient.
I concur. Lived in Chiang Mai...
I've lived in Thailand for the past 7 years. I like it here, but you cannot live here comfortably on $500 a month...anymore.
Which area of Thailand are you located?
I am considering the idea of living there when I retire(1 year).
Any suggestions would be helpful.
Thanks
Are you at all concerned about China?
@@cidk59 No, not really.
Is there a particular area that you can suggest?
I'm supprised you didn't talk about the Philippines! I'm renting a house there for 50 Canadian dollars by month.
Daaarling let us know when the borders open!!!!
@@capassoluigi7387 The borders are already open IF you are married to a pilipina :)
But we are not married darling!! We or I m travelling by myself
@@capassoluigi7387 I think we gona hear about it all country at the same time.
I have seen people searching in Madrid, Barcelona and a woman who came from Manhattan thought it'd be cheaper. NO! She was shocked to learn they were more costly than her old place!
Quirky Quips Valencia is the cheapest
Quirky Quips Why Spain?
@@transcendingbutterfly1132 ELEVEN MONTHS ago?! Have you regressed back to a caterpillar so that you may transcend into another beautiful butterfly? I pray this finds you healthy, with more wisdom and at peace. I don't know Spain's geography. I know they, Spaniards, came to America in 1600s & they sure didn't get any great praise. At all. Native Indians' tribes I'd never heard of were shown on a map & all were tortured before killing all, decimating entire tribes. You'd think we'd ALL learned by now 🎶We Are The World🌎, we are the children.🕴
Odd I have a cousin who lives and works their and told me it was the most affordable, go figure.
@@lucialopez4253 I'd come across an episode of "House Hunters Int'l" and it was featuring Spain. A recently divorcee of Manhattan had wanted a fresh start in more affordable housing, along with others in a similar age as friends of both she & her ex..she didn't want to feel like a third wheel. The look on her face is telling as the rental agent showing a place smaller than her previous place, then the price, she went pale in a brutal reality check. The comment sections can be interesting as to what place they'd choose and/or why.
There are some cultures that respect the elderly more. Sometimes the elders are easily targeted by criminals in certain part of the world.
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To the one that created this list,
1. WHAT'S YOUR DATA SOURCE?
2. WHEN WAS THIS DONE?
3. WAS THIS DATA BASED ON ACTUAL FIGURES OR JUST A HUNCH? 😁
Yeah spain isn’t cheap
Nor is Costa Rica as of 2018.
Its a wrong information
It's all fabricated, useless information.
I agree and I probably think this is a government trying to get people to do something in some way I don't know but some kind of conspiracy but I know for sure the fact that they put Colombia on the list they're sick in the mind because Colombia is one of the most dangerous countries to live in their own Miss Colombia USA was murdered in Cold blood for like some jewelry or something it's ridiculous that they even have Columbia on the list it makes me sick to my stomach but research it you'll see for yourself Miss Columbia was murdered and her own country visiting with her beautiful husband and family and I think her kids were killed too I can't remember the exact story but look it up that's why it's disgusting to see that people would even think to move to any one of these cities based on hopefully they wouldn't watch Justice one video and watch multiple others and research it more for themselves 🤞
When it comes to retirement, extremely low medical expenses but high quality, very low crime rate, relatively low commodity price, easy access to broadband WIFI service, superb infrastructure (Incl. high speed railway, metro), beautiful landscapes etc. should be taken into consideration, Taiwan has it all! Taiwan? Yes, Taiwan.
In almost every corner, you can easily find a 24/7 convenient store where you can eat and drink various kind of food (You stand no chance of getting hungry or thirty, no way!), pay all kinds of bill or even tickets.. Feel boring or lonely at night? visit a nearby night market and have great fun! Taiwan awaits you to explore!
Been to Taiwan, not that impressive.
I am from southern part of India, i am only 52 but retired comfortably, I still work only on projects which i like ( civil engineer ).
Me and wife worked hard in our own business for 25 years very hard, educated our kids in good universities, setup business for them.
You can consider southern India, because cost of living is very less ( 500 to 800 dollars for a couple ) , very good health facilities ( Chennai is the best)
In tire 2&3 cities very very low crime rate.
Unlike Europe or USA you get fresh meat at a fraction of cost, milk is cheap and you get freh fruits year around again at much cheaper cost
My grandpa is from India. I think about how nice it would be to live there. But the truth is I don't know much about it. I can't speak the language. I don't know if you will ever get this message. But if you do, could you give me some direction to get some information? Thanking you in advance.
Mike we love people.don't worry we are here to help u
@@michelleayres5608 visit south India once, you will fall in love with the hospitality and culture, in cities you won't have language problem most people will speak English
Sir is there a way I would be able to contact you and pick your brain on your life design?
@@SureshKumar-ve3lz I have just seen your reply. You have piqued my curiosity. I will try to come up with some sensible questions when I get up tomorrow. Thank you!
actually nepal is the best country to retire to especially in himalayas...people are being able to enjoy lavishly and are being able to afford with worth $1000 per month only for about 5 members including private schools,hospitals which is actually insane.....even they have much free time than other country citizens. ......from outside it seems poor but people here are more like satisfied than any other European or american citizens...
I was in Nepal for 2 months many years ago. Beautiful place.
@☞ོ☜ོ 66 years ago Coincidentally I was spekaing with an Indian woman today and mentioned Kashmir ! I was in Nepal in 1986 - loved the Annapurna trek.
Kun thau maa ho vana ta nepal ko testo ramro 😂
How could you possibly forget the Philippines?? I can live there very comfortably for $800 - $1000 P/M.....Excluding Manila! Live in Cebu - Davao - Dumaguete - Bacolad - Iloilo City - General Santos - Cagayan de Oro - Tacloban etc!! I have done it already living in Dumaguete for 6 months in a furnished 1 bed Apt, with aircon, TV etc.!! I am going back soon for good.......And the Filpiina's (women) are beautiful!
Bruce, this is why the Philippines is not a good, safe option: www.hrw.org/world-report/2019/country-chapters/philippines
Philippines???? Are you NUT? With Psychopath duterte leading the killings with his EJK and fake drug war that stands at 36,000+ ... The political and economic climate here are not conducive for foreign travelers and investors. It's practically a death wish to foreign investors brave enough. One does not need to be too smart to figure that out. Psycopath LIAR duterte urges his police(PNP), his military(AFP) and his vigilantes (Duterte Death Squad-DDS) to kill at their pleasure. The death toll right now stands at 36,897(and counting) in his fake war on drugs and EJKs. Remember the german tourist, who was kidnapped, ransomed for 2 million dollars and released. Then, was stupid enough to come back and got kidnapped again and this time no more ransom paid and lost his head, literally by PNP. Another one, a Korean businessman named, Jee Ick Joo was kidnapped by the PNP police and after the wife paid the ransom, the PNP chief IGNATIUS FERRO, Head of PNP Anti-Drug, hack him to pieces in their main police HQ and feed parts of the body pieces to their dogs, cremated the remaining parts and flushed down the toilet. (No witnesses, they PNP said). But some of you are idiots anyway, my advice, takes an insurance policy, at least 3-4 MILLION DOLLARs, in the event you get taken as a hostage, in that way, you're leaving your loved ones financially taken care of. And for your protection against the police (PNP) bring a body armor with you, the likelihood of being shot or killed by Duterte Death Squad(DDS)vigilantes or PNP police are extremely very high and these are for extortion purposes only. They do not hesitate to kill and mutilate you. If you are that stupid enough to get caught up with it, in between, then you are really fucked in a very dire strait fuck-up situation !!! Stay safe by staying in your room, lock the door and do not be stupid to go out after dark. OH...and by the way his DDS vigilantes are on this kidnap for ransom scam, too. The good part they take the ransom, the bad part they will kill and chop you to pieces and scatter the remains in Manila Bay for the fish to fatten up (duterte said and recommended that. It's not a joke!). Good Luck
@@guspaca6832....Very SIMPLE!! Do NOT use illegal drugs!!
Update your info, Dude. of those killed not one is a druglord. Next time you come back here, let me know, I'll pass the word you won the 350Mil mega-lotto...
Philippine women are no more beautiful than women anywhere else...
One American guy married to a Pilipina, $550 dollars every month for living.
And she stays?! (just kidding. 😂 🤣😂 🤣)
PHILIPPINES has to be in there
It doesn't matter where you lived when you retired. Its the style of your life, and how you spend your money. If you like to eat in restaurant, like to gamble, drink, then most likely that you do have problems. I'm a Filipino and I'm retired living here in upstate NY. Sure its expensive here but not worse compared to the city. My family traditions comes a long way for me to survive!
In the Philippines, condominium rent in Manila ave. $500/mos. A restaurant buffet meal less than $10. Ordinary meal in small eateries is $1. With $2000 you will live comfortably in half a year in rural areas in the Philippines. I know because im a Filipino and i am living here🤗
You're Filipino and pay the normal for Philippine prices than non who pays a little more but still reasonable the food prices are a little less the Philippines is a nice little more for your money country.
And dont forget how lovely the fillipinas are too lol.
you're used to living in an impoverished country...not for everyone
Hehe!!! Try the Philippines!!! So nice, so friendly and well educated people! Living for Europeans is so so cheap you wont believe it!
And such an adorable President!!
Yes of course,try the Philippines.
European cost of life,for Asian country infrastructure.
These people who tell for 350$ per month are scammers.
500$ per month,at the very least if you have family and everything constantly getting more expensive,because Philippines is an emerging economy.
And for provinces of course,because Manila is a Metropolis for thick wallets.
Tell the truth to the people.
Philippines are cheap,only for high pensioners of Europe,USA,Canada,Australia etc.
English is official language and people are really friendly,that's the one and only truth that you write.
Except of course the discrimination that you will face if you have low income,because all people of the Philippines (and most of Asian countries), expect that the foreigners must be billionaires (or at least millionaires)...
Stay in your country.
And if you are struggling little,try to slightly lower your needs instead (that your society created and increased,finally) and don't search for any lost paradise.
@@harryhoudini1669 I dont know what kind of experience you made in the Philippines but you sound embittered. My experience is much different. Its not necessary to be rich! And if the family ask for money, you have to be clear you wont support the whole clan! They asked me for money to renovate a house. My answer was simple: How you wanna pay back? And it was done!
It worked without any problems. I dont know how muuch pension the US, Canada, Australia have but with a minimum pension rom my country you can live a nice and peaceful lie there! Example: I payed for food a month 300 US. This allows me to feed 4 persons but always was somebody else there to eat wit us. So maybe your expectations are a bit too high or you dont communicate with them in a proper and clear way.
don"t mention dilawan an uneducated people..
I agree with the cost of living in the Philippines. The only drawback in the Philippines is healthcare. Especially if you are a retiree and if you are living with a chronic illness or a pre-existing health condition by that age. Healthcare in the Philippines is one of the worst & very expensive. People would rather die than spend all their hard-earned money on hospitalization & medicine. Other than that, Philippines is a nice choice for retirement.
I've been in all those countries except Portugal. It's true that most of them are very affordable but some not so much like Spain, Costa Rica and Panama. Property in Barcelona is 4,500 to 6,000 Euros per square meter, that's not cheap (it costs about US$1,000 in Medellin, Colombia). I would think the top of the ranking should be the most inexpensive and it's not. Panama, Costa Rica and Ecuador are not cheaper than Peru, Colombia, Thailand or Malaysia, basically because their prices are parallel to the dollar. Another criteria other than cost of living may have been used to rank them as they are. Also the comparison should be among cities of the same size and importance. It's not possible to compare Boquete in Panama with Bangkok in Thailand. Also agree with many comments, why the Philippines is not on the list? It's a paradise for only pennies.
SPAIN and Costa Rica are cheap? thats a good joke. in central America most neighboring countries are cheaper than C.R.- and by the way there is not much rainforest left.. I really think the video is made by some real estate company selling condos in C.R. and so on.. Bulgaria has good prices
Philippines? Not in the list... People in this country rob on Monday, stole on Tuesday, kill on Wednesday, relax in the beaches/hotels to enjoy their 3-day blessings on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, goes to crowded church on Sunday to implore god more blessings in the coming week.
Spain is now longer “cheap”. After living here for 7 years, house and condo prices have doubled, food and other expenses have also risen. Any resort areas, Madrid and Barcelona are actually on the pricey side. It’s perhaps overall less expensive than major US cities but probably more expensive than middle US. €2000 a month would be living extremely modestly in Spain. Also, be prepared to speak Spanish.
One of the best options is Sri Lanka
Lots of nature , beautiful beaches , friendly locals , Very safe & good ROI of FD s
Cheap public transport , take away lunch from a 5* HTL under 2 x USD,
Good medical facilities etc
Yea, international Living paints a pretty picture no matter where you go. That’s there business. Just be aware, they would send you to Greenland for a private beachfront home and make look good.
So true, that is my warning as well. My advice is to check it out ahead really well. Nothing can be more expensive than something that is cheap.
Peru is not undiscovered. I met my wife there and we are moving there as soon as I retire. 8 more years!
I moved to Malaysia 15 years ago... really loving it here
hows the healthcare is there a national healthcare insurance how much? can foreigners buy into it? if any?
@@mela6046 Most people I hv met have health insurance from private companies. It's affordable, about RM400 per month for an annual coverage of RM100,000. Myself I do not hv any insurance policies here as I found the healthcare costs even in private hospitals to be fairly reasonable. I was warded 10 days in a private hospital here without any subsidy and I paid about the same amount I paid in a government subsidized hospital in Singapore even with 85% subsidy and the care I received here was much better. The public hospitals in Malaysia is free even to foreigners but it's 3rd world standard.
@@mela6046 I am insurance agent here in Malaysia. Can contact me for consultancy.
@@mela6046 very superb...1 of top 10 country for the best quality of medical services
@@kakatuaa Thanks :)) I am interested in SEA area for multiple visits & hopefully retirement if I decide to make the area permanent :)) (once C 19 is over with) esp Malaysia much needed for visits stays, I like the food, culture, & vibe (since my whole life was in SEA country, long ago,...I miss the area... :))
Philippines is still the best place for retirement.
As long as you have a piece of land, with a house in the province near the city.
Just do a livestock raising, such as chicken, hog and other animals for your protein.
Also, do a vegetable gardens for your vitamins and fibers.
Monthly bills such as water and electricity can be minimize or can be totally free. Just have a deep well for water source and have a solar panel for electricity.
For clothing, very cheap if you are just looking for everyday uses.
Transportaion, you can buy a good secondhand car for about $1000.
Communication, internet is only about $30 per month and about $10 for you phone bill, if you're going have postpaid plan.
All in all, your monthly expences will fall only on communication and transportation.
I'm surprised they didn't mention the Philippines. With 50 pesos per dollar I only know of a few places with a better exchange rate and lower costs. I agree about getting a modest house outside of a city. I am a permanent resident of the Philippines
Well it is still a disadvantages in Philippines
Because we still a developing country...
@@godwinmantilla4198 that is the exciting part for me an expat from the USA. The economy here is looking like it will rebound nicely, people are flooding the malls during election break, etc. Meanwhile in the US there is recession coming, rising prices are causing most Americans to change their buying habits. My expeeience comes from when I was in the US prior to March vesus being here in the Philippines sonce then.
No need to eat dead animals for protein. Just saying.
@@spiritualexercise265 can I ask where in the Philippines you moved to and how did you buy land?
The Philippines is cheap to live. Most everyone speaks English. It's a little expensive in large cities but if u moved to the country side, it's cheaper to live.
Just gotta be sure to not allow the whole family and then some lol. They'll live there with no plans to move out and will expect you to pay for everything even if they have jobs.
Trust me, been there done that 🤣
Just appreciate the content tho 😊 I'm from Philippines but I love the world 😊 just love one another ❤️
Except the Mexicans
I live in Malaysia.The living standard is moderate. The scenery is beautiful and climate is full of sunshine .The food iu bountiful .
Having visited 44 countries, the Philippines comes out tops.
What type of job you do ?
It's just of the sweet and loving people of Philippines
Can we open our tour company????
I'm your Guide by professional
Keith Gardiner Thank you A lot of foreigners said that. I guess she don’t like the Philippines
was in india in 85 92 and 95...lived in 2 acre walled compound with cook maid two gardeners and houseman that eventually fired and it cost me on average 1200 a month for food doe the help rent and salaries. .so not to bad since instead of flowers grew veggies in flower beds
in thailand you need at least 850 usd a month in the Philippines about 800 usd this is real !
language, safety and weather in addition to medical emergencies are also important to look for
Sorry, best place for an American to retire? America. I suggest before retiring to any of these place do a long term visit, at least 3 months. And DO NOT BUY ANY REAL ESTATE ANYWHERE outside USA until you are sure. Stay as far away as you can from any undeveloped property in the promise its a future community. Peoples dream homes become nightmares, under these situations.
Are you kidding mate? Obviously you have not done any research or travelled or lived outside your home town. Travel the world and do some research before make comments here. Read my comments in the main section if you need more info.
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Just got back from China two months ago. Doing Europe again this summer, so I have traveled. So much this video misses. Medical concerns is one, my wife got ill in China, it was not cheap, nobody accepted our gold level insurance.
Re read my comment, i am not saying places like Australia or Spain are not beautiful, i just think money or cheap isn't the major concern. I think America is great for Americans, Spain is probably great for Spanish. I am also just saying be careful, think it through, check it out well first.
I looked for your comments didn't see any, saw a lot similar to mine though, not a lot of comments agreeing with video.
Or just never buy property..
@@KrazyKrzysztof Can't say that isn't even better advice. My Parents retired here in USA, they bough a house in Florida, didn't like it couldn't sell it and bought another in Myrtle beach. Had to rent the Florida house and it wasn't good
Im from FL can't afford it anymore. FL used to be called the place where K-Mart shoppers retired. Now its considered the retirement destination for the Neiman Markus crowd.
U can rent a pretty descent studio type apartment in the Philippines for less than a $150 a month. Buy your self a good food for $3 a meal. Subways and transportation systems are kinda bad but at least they're working to make it better.
you can say cheap by considering how much a person can get average salary in that local place, how much he can spent for apartment, daily food, phone charge, and finally how much remaining money he has in a month. If you come from USA, don't compare your earned US dollars to this country's cost of living, it will always appear cheaper.
True. If you want to live in the same way as you're used to, you will find the Philippines isn't cheap at all. For example quality of houses is low compared to Europe. No free health insurance, no free schools like in my European country. Etcetera.
$150.00 PER MONTH for a studio probably equates to $2.00 per hour in USA wages over there...just saying
Lol after seeing this video and the comments, I've realized, living here in Mexico, not a big city or on the coast, I've paid for an unfurnished apartment just for $61 per month, and you could get a great meal each one for 3 dollars as well. And If you are a veggie person it's even the cheapest way to save, you could get a meal for 2 dollars.
Where? With all the respect, but i dont think so 🤗
I kinda surprised of missing the Philippines on the list because I've seen couple of articles about my country as ideal place for expats. But looking at the good side I guess this vid can somehow spare my beloved country to become densely populated as base from last census, it has drastically decreased for the last 75 years. Perhaps cover this same video after 5 years cause by then according to the experts my beloved country is more industrialized and economically improved. "Give the cheapest and warmest gift to everyone which is happiness by wearing smile on your faces" - Greetings to the world by every Filipinos 😄😃😀
I am from Georgia(country) and its quite cheap and beautiful.
How can anybody move overthere
@@vikaskrjaiswal3238 the answer is by plane.
Is that safe?
How many $$$ does a house cost in a small decent town with less than 10.000 people? Georgia is good to those who speak Russian. But I doubt if it's good for English or German speakers.
@@rlukinn usually some living overseas learn to speak their language or know a little of.
Philippines is the best place to live comfortable, cheap and everybody can speak and understand average english
Which city or island do you recomend, that is not too rainy?
How can you stay more than 60 days ?
*85% of comments -- about Philippines*
*10% -- sharing their living XP*
*5% -- arguing about Spain* 😂✌️
This video is so lie, dont trust this video
Please explain why?
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Agree
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Fake video don’t trust this video
MANOJ GAUTAM why should I trust you????
False information don't watch.
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The presenter suggests that in Malaysia, "you can dine in a good, local restaurant for less than six dollars, including beer". (maybe 20 years ago) Today's reality: a large bottle of Tiger beer in a good local restaurant costs at least US$ 4.00 ! A simple plate of prawns (shrimps) without side dishes (rice, vegetables) will set you back around US$ 5.00 or more. A bottle of wine can cost US$ 100.00 and more (less in supermarkets). How do you define a "good, local restaurant"? If a good local restaurant serves beer, it can get expensive (to recover the annual cost of a liquor license). Credit cards and air conditioning also indicate large bills. I won't even go into the red tape of obtaining a social pass (government's permission for a foreigners to reside in Malaysia). As the saying goes: if it looks too good to be true, it probably isn't. Don't rely on CZcams documentaries.. Do your own research; talk to expat residents (not diplomats); come for a visit before committing yourself (not just Malaysia). Stay safe and healthy, everybody! Regards from Sabah (Malaysian Borneo)
The best place to retire in the Philippines is in the province of Bukidnon. The climate is cooler and beautiful sceneries. Food is also cheap
Cebu is more complete... the beautiful beaches, shopping/malls, night life, etc.
Thailand: she says, "you can live here comfortably on around $500 a month." Together with the rest of the prices she quoted, this is absolute nonsense!
It's really nonsense !!!
Yes you can live with 500: If someone else pays the rent, the food, the drinks, and the parties. So the 500 are to spend on traveling the city or the region! We all can live very cheap, all we have to do is finding the way to do it!
I retired in the Philippines in 2013 and my budget depended on what you do, eat, drive,and purpose...I tried to live low on $500/per month to $ 1200.00 and is doable....
Im gonna settling in the Philippines too in the future
@Lloyd Standing no prob. Don't touch them
@Lloyd Standing and so ? You do?
Ah so lugar?
@Lloyd Standing huhhmmmmppppp you don't have to explained a lots' neither no need for the words of (obvious idea of concept) 'fyi we had a different view of point at all' however all you've have been mentioned above do you really think people doesn't knows__? Naahhhhh
@Lloyd Standing if dont wants to live in the Philippines who care ! What you are fighting for??
Simply Filipino, Loving and Caring.
Philippines is Happiness and Freedom.
It's More Fun in The Phillipines.
I retired 5 yeas ago. I live now in Medellin Colombia. I love it. I retire with 4000.00 a month. And live like a king. I save 1300 to 1500 a month. Here.
Nice! I plan on visiting there in probably like a few years or so, and will try to learn Spanish.
Hello from the USA. :)
Some of those you mentioned have a serious security problem. People are kidnapped and ransomed to family members. I would take security in account before mentioning this list...
If $2000 a month is cheap, I suggest you move to Japan.
Suddenly SG is cheap too :D
I want to
You will definitely see heaven for this earning in India
@@dmbsg
What is SG
@@NUMMEHARBEN Singapore :)
A lot of these choices have really terrible long stay VISA requirements. No mention of one of the most important conciderations in making your decission of where to retire. There's so much painting the picture in this video
Obtaining long term or permanent resident visa is very easy and affordable if you know visa class for those countries.
We have several years to reach retirement but will be moving and retiring to one of those counties very soon.
Philippines is more the best place among the nations that has been mentioned.
More na best pa.
Seeing the comment section and falling in love with phillipines💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓love from India
Heared it is difficult to live in India, petrol, all commodity prices are going up. No control on price hikes.
@@krisea3807 that is exaggerated by opposition parties . Indeed price went high but it's not like that .
@@krisea3807 we have shitty politicians but life here is really awesome . Livable democracy and lovable people. Love from india
Some Indian nationals live here in Philippines are rich.. I mean not so rich but live abundantly..
The question is also, how difficult is it to get a permit to live in many of those countries? A tourist visa is not the same as a permanent resident visa. What about health insurance? Political stability?
If you want political stability retire in Norway or Luxembourg
Hahaha in peru you won’t need that, laws are inexistent 🤣
To retire in Thailand the government requires that you bring in at least $2,100. Per month and have health insurance.
That is means entirely your Pension you will spend in Thailand
Give us ideal and opinion which country is Better
Philippines is cheaper and easier to get a continuous visa renewal..lots of the people speak English and they are mostly friendly..
I could be wrong but.... Both Thailand and Malaysia have set up special ‘retirement visas’ with a minimum of about $50,000 deposit. Even buying a boat would be equal to that and then just live on it.
Look into it, look up retirement visa for those countries. Malaysia are really gearing up for this with retirement villages, medical facilities, everything as they are aware that this brings in a lot of money.
@7A ..I have the money but I would never meet their demands because it feels like extortion.. Thailand is not even the best country to retire in my opinion... people are going to wise up and start doing their own research.. anyway it's different strokes for different folks!!
@otto x that is true but in order to get a retirement visa or renew a retirement visa they most prove they have a monthly income from abroad of 65,000 baht or have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account for 2 months before and 3 months after obtaining the vise or extension. the other 7 months the funds in a Thai bank should not go lower that 400,000 baht. Plus they must have health insurance that covers them in Thailand.