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Insights for Americans across Europe

Practical perspectives on the legal, administrative, professional, family, and lifestyle decisions that come with living across borders.

  • Professional ContributionMoving to EuropeEurope

    Before You Move to Europe: Build a Cross-Border Decision Map

    Relocation is not one decision but a set of connected ones. Mapping them before departure makes the dependencies visible while there is still time to act on them.

    By Janice Diaz · 14 July 2026 · 8 min read

  • AAE EditorialMoving to EuropeSpain

    Before You Move to Spain: The Questions to Answer First

    Relocating to Spain involves more than selecting a city and applying for residency. These are the practical questions Americans should consider before making the move.

    By Americans Abroad Europe · 24 August 2026 · 9 min read

  • AAE EditorialMoving to EuropeItaly

    Choosing Where to Live in Italy as an American

    Italy is not one relocation experience. The practical reality changes significantly between major cities, smaller towns, northern regions, central Italy, the south, and the islands.

    By Americans Abroad Europe · 25 August 2026 · 9 min read

  • AAE EditorialMoving to EuropePortugal

    Choosing Where to Live in Portugal: Beyond Lisbon

    Portugal offers very different living experiences depending on the region. Americans should compare practical realities, not only scenery and climate.

    By Americans Abroad Europe · 26 August 2026 · 9 min read