Countries That Will Pay You to Move There

Many people will be thinking of starting a new life in a new country in the coming year.

For many, it will be a pipedream and for others, finances will not allow the move. But imagine being paid to move somewhere that will enable you to fulfill your dream of living abroad.

Believe it or not, several countries offer financial incentives or special benefits to attract foreign residents, usually to boost local populations, revitalise rural areas, or stimulate economic growth.

Read on to discover five countries that offer money or incentives to move there, along with the requirements for these offers:

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5 Countries That Offer Incentives to Move There

1. Italy (Various regions)

Offer: Several regions in Italy, particularly in rural areas, offer financial incentives to attract new residents. Some towns offer homes for as low as €1, while others provide financial grants of up to €30,000.

Regions:

Molise: Offers €700 per month for three years, totaling €25,000, to move to one of its villages with fewer than 2,000 people.

Calabria: Offers up to €28,000 over three years if you move to certain villages and start a small business.

Requirements:

• You must move to a specific village or region.
• Often required to start a small business or work remotely.
• Typically, you must be under a certain age (e.g., 40–45 years).
• Must commit to staying for at least a few years.

Read more at www.regione.toscana.it  

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2. Spain (Rural areas)

Offer: Spain offers financial incentives in certain rural areas to attract young families and remote workers, with grants ranging from €3,000 to €10,000.

Regions:

Ponga (Asturias): Offers €3,000 to young couples and an additional €3,000 per child born in the village.

Rubia (Galicia): Provides €100–€150 monthly subsidies for new residents.

Requirements:

• Usually targeted toward young families or those willing to have children.
• Must move to specific, often depopulated rural areas.
• You may need to buy a home or renovate a property.

Read more at www.juntaex.es   

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3. Greece (Antikythera Island)

Offer: The island of Antikythera, located between Crete and the Peloponnese, offers up to €500 per month for three years (totaling €18,000) for families to move there.

Requirements:

• Preference is given to Greek nationals or those with Greek heritage, but foreigners are also considered.
• Must be willing to commit to living on the island long-term.
• Families with children are prioritized.

Read more at www.elxis.com

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4. Switzerland (Albinen)

Offer: Albinen, a small village in the Swiss Alps, offers about 25,000 Swiss Francs ($28,000) per adult and 10,000 CHF ($11,000) per child to move there.

Requirements:

• Must be under 45 years old.
• Must agree to buy or build a home worth at least 200,000 CHF (~$225,000).
• Must commit to living in Albinen for at least 10 years.

Read more at www.albinen.ch  

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5. Ireland (Enterprise Investment)

Offer: Ireland doesn’t offer direct financial payments, but it offers attractive tax incentives for remote workers and business owners. If you start a business in Ireland, you can benefit from its low corporate tax rate of 12.5% and special tax reductions for foreign workers.

Requirements:

• You must set up a company or make an enterprise investment.
• Be an entrepreneur or a remote worker moving to Ireland.
• Commit to staying and working in Ireland.

Summary of Common Requirements:

• Commitment to stay long-term (typically 3-10 years).
• Age limits: Often under 45 years old.
• Starting a business or renovating a property is often required, especially in rural regions.
• Families with children are typically prioritized.
• Remote workers and entrepreneurs are usually encouraged to apply.

Read more at www.gov.ie  

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