Who We Hope To Support With CountryOut

Making international relocation accessible for everyone, regardless of your life stage

Our Origin Story: A Parent's Perspective

When I first conceived CountryOut, my inspiration came from a deeply personal place—wanting to provide my children with the transformative experience of living abroad. Having traveled to over 20 countries across 5 continents myself, I witnessed firsthand how international exposure shapes resilient, adaptable, and culturally aware individuals.

But as I dove into research, I quickly realized that the challenges of relocating internationally extend far beyond families with children. The information overload, complex visa requirements, and logistical hurdles affect everyone interested in making an international move.

That's why CountryOut has evolved into a comprehensive resource designed to serve diverse groups of aspiring expats—each with their unique needs and dreams.

Families Seeking New Horizons

For families with children, international relocation involves a complex web of considerations:

• Finding quality international schools or local education options

• Ensuring access to pediatric healthcare

• Identifying family-friendly neighborhoods and communities

• Balancing career opportunities with family life

• Maintaining connections with extended family back home

According to recent data, approximately 1.8 million American children are currently growing up abroad. Studies show that these "third culture kids" often develop advanced language skills, exceptional adaptability, and a global mindset that serves them well throughout life.

CountryOut helps these families by cutting through the noise and providing clear, actionable information tailored to their family's specific needs—whether that's finding the perfect international school in Portugal or identifying family-friendly neighborhoods in Thailand.

Couples Without Children

For couples without children, international relocation offers a different set of opportunities and challenges. Many are seeking:

• Career advancement or remote work opportunities

• Cultural immersion and lifestyle enhancement

• Cost of living advantages and financial freedom

• Community connection and relationship growth

• New adventures before potentially settling down

Recent surveys show that 64% of childless couples who move abroad report significant improvements in relationship satisfaction, citing shared adventures and overcoming challenges together as key factors.

Without the constraints of school schedules or child-specific requirements, these couples often have more flexibility in their destination choices—but still face the challenge of information overload. CountryOut streamlines their research process, helping them identify locations that align with their career goals, lifestyle preferences, and budget.

Solo Adventurers and Digital Nomads

Solo travelers represent one of the fastest-growing segments of the expat community, with a 36% increase since 2019. These independent spirits are often:

• Remote workers or freelancers with location flexibility

• Career changers seeking international experience

• Gap year adventurers or extended travelers

• Single professionals pursuing better quality of life

• Individuals seeking personal growth and new perspectives

For solo travelers, safety, community, and practical logistics often top the list of concerns. CountryOut addresses these by providing detailed information on visa options, safety statistics, connectivity, coworking spaces, and social communities—allowing solo travelers to make confident decisions about their international moves.

Retirees Embracing Global Golden Years

With approximately 450,000 Americans receiving Social Security benefits abroad, international retirement has become increasingly popular. Retirees are attracted to:

• Lower cost of living and healthcare expenses

• Warmer climates and outdoor lifestyles

• Cultural experiences and lifelong learning

• Stretching retirement savings further

• Accessible healthcare and wellness options

Research indicates that retirees who relocate internationally report 23% higher life satisfaction compared to those who remain in their home countries, citing factors like reduced financial stress, increased activity levels, and enhanced quality of life.

CountryOut helps these retirees navigate complex considerations like healthcare access, pension management, residency requirements, and age-friendly communities—turning what could be an overwhelming process into a straightforward path to their dream retirement destination.

Remote Workers Finding Their Perfect Base

The remote work revolution has fundamentally changed the expat landscape, with an estimated 4.8 million Americans now working remotely from international locations. These digital professionals seek:

• Reliable internet infrastructure

• Time zone compatibility with their employer

• Coworking spaces and professional communities

• Digital nomad visas and legal work options

• Work-life balance and quality of life improvements

Recent data shows that 72% of remote workers report increased productivity after relocating internationally, citing factors like reduced commuting stress, improved work environments, and enhanced personal satisfaction.

CountryOut helps these remote professionals identify destinations that balance their professional needs with lifestyle preferences, providing detailed information on digital infrastructure, visa options specifically designed for remote workers, and communities where they can thrive professionally.

Entrepreneurs Seeking Global Opportunities

International entrepreneurs face unique challenges and opportunities when relocating abroad:

• Business-friendly regulatory environments

• Startup visa options and incentives

• Access to investment and funding opportunities

• International market access and growth potential

• Networking and entrepreneurial ecosystems

According to global entrepreneurship surveys, countries like Portugal, Mexico, and Thailand (all featured on CountryOut) have seen 30-40% increases in foreign entrepreneurs establishing businesses within their borders in the past five years.

CountryOut provides these ambitious individuals with crucial information on business formation requirements, entrepreneur visa pathways, taxation considerations, and local entrepreneurial ecosystems—helping them identify locations where their ventures can flourish.

The Common Challenge: Information Overload

Despite their different circumstances and goals, all these groups share a common challenge: the overwhelming amount of research required to make informed decisions about international relocation.

Our own surveys indicate that the average person considering a move abroad spends over 100 hours researching across more than 30 websites before making a decision—often abandoning their dreams due to information fatigue.

CountryOut was created to solve this universal problem. By providing personalized, comprehensive information in one place, we eliminate the need for endless browser tabs and conflicting sources.

Our Solution: Personalized Guidance for Everyone

What makes CountryOut unique is our understanding that no two expat journeys are identical. Our platform addresses this by:

1. Collecting your specific circumstances and preferences through an intuitive input process

2. Analyzing your unique situation to identify the most suitable destinations

3. Generating personalized reports with detailed information on your top three country matches

4. Providing comprehensive resources that would otherwise require countless hours of research

Whether you're a family with school-age children, a couple seeking adventure, a solo digital nomad, a retiree looking for your perfect golden years destination, or an entrepreneur expanding globally—CountryOut streamlines your research process and helps turn your international dreams into reality.

Begin Your Journey Today

Becoming an expat doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. With CountryOut, the path to international living becomes clear and accessible, regardless of your circumstances or life stage.

Ready to discover which countries best match your unique situation? Try our free personalized report today, which recommends three countries tailored to your specific needs and preferences. Take the first step toward your international future with confidence.

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