Published:
September 24, 2025
Updated:
November 23, 2025
Most Americans moving abroad are going to Mexico, followed by Canada, Costa Rica, Panama, and Portugal.
These countries are popular due to affordability, quality of life, and ease of settling in.
| Rank | Country | Approx. Number of Americans |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 1,200,000 |
| 2 | Canada | 1,000,000 |
| 3 | Costa Rica | 70,000 |
| 4 | Panama | 50,000+ |
| 5 | Portugal | 40,000+ |
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