From beach towns in Asia to laid-back European villages, these 11 countries prove you don’t need a massive income to live well abroad in 2026.
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Moneycontrol05-01-2026, 00:08

Live Better for Less: 11 Most Affordable Countries for Expats in 2026

  • International Living's 2026 Global Retirement Index reveals 11 top affordable countries for expats.
  • The ranking is based on real expat data, evaluating cost of living, healthcare, climate, lifestyle, and infrastructure.
  • Countries like Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Thailand, Bali, Malaysia, Ecuador, Colombia, Greece, Italy, Mexico, and Nicaragua offer high quality of life.
  • Expats can enjoy comforts like private villas, dining out, and quality healthcare at a fraction of Western costs.
  • The report suggests living abroad can upgrade your lifestyle and enable earlier retirement or semi-retirement.

Why It Matters: Discover 11 countries where expats live comfortably for less, upgrading life and enabling earlier retirement.

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