Not a single place in the U.S. made the cut for top retirement destinations—but experts warn to weigh these 3 factors before moving abroad

Retirees are ditching the expensive United States in favor of a more affordable, albeit slower life overseas. But before copping a one-way ticket abroad, experts warn it’s crucial to understand the implications of their expat journey.

The reason why some American boomers are headed overseas instead of warmer U.S. states like Florida and Arizona? Retirement visas.

Many countries now offer dedicated programs for retirees to have more affordable living and a new laid-back lifestyle, which is why if you look through the Global Citizen Solutions’ retirement report for 2025 , it shouldn’t surprise you to see the U.S. didn’t make the cut.

While sipping wine on a tiled balcony overlooking the Mediterranean Sea might sound tempting for retirees, recent shifts in visa rules, tax policies, an