✓ Verified Legal & Tax Information 2026
Visas, taxes, real estate: plan your expat move country by country.
Expatia brings together reliable data on cost of living, administrative procedures and the property market for 24 top destinations, so you can move abroad with confidence.
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Données Vérifiées 2026
Informations croisées avec les ambassades, les ministères de l’immigration et les cabinets d’avocats locaux.
Coûts Transparents
Aucun frais masqué. Nous détaillons le coût réel de la vie, les taxes cachées et le budget d’installation réaliste.
Réseau d’Experts Locaux
Des correspondants et fiscalistes partenaires certifiés prêts à vous épauler directement sur place.
Mises à Jour Régulières
Les lois de finances et critères de visa évoluent vite. Nos fiches sont actualisées tous les trimestres.
Popular Destinations
Explore 24 destinations for your expat move
Access clear country guides covering the legal, tax and real estate framework.
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0% Income Tax
United Arab Emirates
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah
Popular visa:Golden Visa (10 years)
Cost of living:High (+15% vs FR)
Real estate:Freehold purchase (~7% yield)
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Beckham Law (24%)
Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Malaga
Popular visa:Digital Nomad Visa
Cost of living:Moderate (-25% vs FR)
Real estate:Affordable renting & buying
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Flat Tax 15%
Mauritius
Grand Baie, Tamarin, Port-Louis
Popular visa:Retired / Investor Residence Permit
Cost of living:Affordable (-30% vs FR)
Real estate:PDS/IRS schemes
Tools & Procedures
Plan ahead for red tape and real costs
Don’t let uncertainty ruin your move. We break down the exact eligibility criteria for every visa type and calculate the real cost of living.
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Minimum financial thresholds & income requirements
The exact amounts required in your bank accounts to qualify for digital nomad, business or retirement visas.
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Average budget & family expenses
Break down the real costs: rent, international school fees and private health insurance.
Visa Eligibility Simulator
Test your profile in 30 seconds to filter accessible countries.
Comparative Analysis
Compare taxes, visas and real estate
Quickly visualize the key regulatory differences.
| Destination | Income Tax | Visa Processing | Healthcare System | Real Estate Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 Dubai | 0% (No withholding) | 2 to 4 weeks | Private (Excellent) | Very dynamic (Freehold) |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 24% (Beckham Law) | 1 to 3 months | Public / Private, very good | Strong rental demand |
| 🇲🇺 Mauritius | 15% (Flat tax) | 1 to 2 months | Quality private clinics | PDS/IRS property schemes |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | IFICI regime (20%) | 2 to 4 months | Accessible public / Private | Prices stabilized after boom |
Guides & News
Expat guides and news
In-depth analysis to prepare every aspect of your move abroad.
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Banque Internationale
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Verified Reviews
They moved abroad with Expatia
Discover real experiences from our community of expats.
Rated 5 out of 5
“The guide to Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa helped me avoid having my application rejected. Every required document was clearly listed.”
CL
Claire L.
Living in Valencia (Spain)
Rated 5 out of 5
“Moving to Dubai as a family seemed complex. Comparing schools and private healthcare costs gave us an exact budget down to the last cent.”
JM
Julien & Marie
Living in Dubai (UAE)
Rated 5 out of 5
“Thanks to the tax advice on Mauritius, our retirement move happened with zero stress over French taxes.”
PB
Pierre B.
Retired in Grand Baie (Mauritius)