Move Abroad
Do you want to move to another country? Host Jordan Giberson discusses topics like how to move abroad, how to get a visa and job abroad, and how to live a life you love abroad once you get there.
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Episodes
147 episodes
147: Do you really have to take a pay cut to move to Europe?
One of the biggest things I hear from Americans who want to move abroad is this: I would love to move to Europe but I cannot afford to take a huge pay cut.And honestly? They are not completely wrong. If you move from New York to Portugal...
146: I want to move abroad, but my parents are getting older. What should I do?
There is one question I get that has nothing to do with visas, money, or jobs. It is this: what about my parents?Maybe you have been dreaming about living in Europe for years. But your parents are getting older and that one thought keeps...
145: The 4 easiest ways Americans can move to Europe
Most people start their research by obsessing over visas and which country is the easiest to move to. In reality though, there is one question that determines almost everything else. How are you going to earn money? Answer that first and the ri...
144: Moving abroad: What it feels like after 1 month, 6 months, 1 year & 5 years
Most people spend months or even years planning how to move abroad. They research visas, jobs, apartments, and flights. But almost nobody talks about what happens after you actually arrive.In this episode I am walking you through the hon...
143: If I could go back, would I still leave America? (I get a bit raw in this one...)
If I woke up tomorrow as my 23-year-old self, knowing everything I know now, would I still move abroad?It is one of the biggest questions I ask myself from time to time. And today I am answering it honestly.This episode is a littl...
142: How to Make Friends When You Move Abroad: My Best Tips for Building a Community
One of the biggest myths about moving abroad is that friendships will happen naturally once you arrive. In reality, making friends abroad as an adult in a brand new country is one of the hardest parts of the move. And almost nobody plans for it...
141: The honest truth about housing when you move abroad
Everyone dreams about moving abroad. The cafes, the walkable streets, the slower pace of life. But then comes one of the biggest reality checks nobody talks about — finding somewhere to live.Imagine trying to sign a lease in a country wh...
140: Move abroad mythbusters: 30 things Americans get wrong about living abroad
The internet is full of information about moving abroad. Some of it is true. Some of it was true ten years ago. Some of it depends on the country. And some of it is completely made up.In this episode, I am busting 30 of the biggest myths...
139: The biggest mistakes Americans make when choosing a country abroad
Most people choose a country before they understand what kind of life they actually want. They fall in love with a destination and try to force their life into it. But moving abroad is not a vacation. It is real life. And the country that makes...
138: What happens to your friendships when you move abroad?
One of the biggest fears people have about moving abroad is not the visas or the job search. It is leaving behind the people they love.What if I lose touch with my friends? What if I miss my family too much? Will my relationships even su...
137: Why some Americans love living abroad (and others move back home)
If moving abroad is so amazing, why do some people move overseas, love it, and never come back, while others return home within a year or two?You probably know both stories. The person who says moving abroad was the best decision they ev...
136: Why moving abroad doesn't have to happen in your 20s
Have you ever felt like you missed your chance to move abroad?Maybe you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond, and you've started telling yourself that international living is something you were supposed to do years ago. A gap year. A stud...
135: What living abroad for YEARS actually feels like
Everyone talks about the dream of moving abroad, but nobody talks about what happens years later, when it stops feeling new and starts feeling like real life.In this episode, I get real about what living in London for nearly sev...
134: Why moving abroad changes your standards for life
One of the most unexpected things moving abroad teaches you is how much your standards for life can change. Not in a spoiled way, but in a "wow, I didn't realize life could feel like this" kind of way. And once that shift happens, it's hard to ...
133: Top 10 strategies to get a job offer abroad
Do you think you need to be exceptional to get hired abroad? Think again.The truth is, companies aren't rejecting international candidates because they don't like foreigners. They're rejecting uncertainty. And once you understan...
132: Is Moving to London Still Possible for Americans in 2026?
A lot of Americans romanticize moving to London… until they actually start researching the visa process and try to get job sponsorship. Then suddenly it feels impossible.Visa rules keep changing. Companies seem hesitant to sp...
131: Why moving to Europe will solve a lot of your life's problems [replay]
Living in Europe isn’t perfect—but it can make everyday life feel easier in ways most Americans don’t expect. In this episode, we break down how moving abroad can reduce financial stress, improve work-life balance, and create a life...
130: How much money you actually need to move abroad (real numbers)
Everyone wants to move abroad, but most people either overestimate the cost or underestimate it completely.In this episode, we break down how much money you actually need to move abroad using real numbers, So you can plan properly and av...
129: Who should not move abroad? (honest take)
I talk a lot about how to move abroad and why it can be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make but this episode is different.This is an honest conversation about when moving abroad might not be the right decision for you.
128: The first 30 days living abroad: What nobody tells you (and exactly what to do)
Most people focus on everything before moving abroad—but not what the first 30 days living abroad actually look like.In this episode, I break down what to expect during your first month abroad—week by week—so you can settle in faster and...
127: How to mentally prepare for a move abroad
Most people focus on the logistics of moving abroad, visas, jobs, housing.But the mental and emotional side is just as important.You can have the perfect plan on paper, but if you’re not mentally prepared, the move can feel much h...
126: Which visa Is right for you? Europe visa options explained
One of the biggest questions people ask when planning a move abroad is: Which visa should I choose?The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all—it depends on your situation, your goals, and how you want to live once you’re there.In...
125: Moving abroad? Learn from my 5 mistakes first.
Moving abroad isn’t about doing everything perfectly—it’s about avoiding the mistakes that make the process harder than it needs to be.In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 biggest mistakes I made when I moved abroad—and what I would ...