10 Expat Mistakes to Avoid

What mistakes do expats make when moving abroad and how can you avoid them? Tune in and read below!

“A mistake that I see far too often is people staying in their comfort zone and gravitating more towards people that are living there from their home country, people that speak the same language, rather than really putting themselves out there and outside of their comfort zone.”
— Kristin Wilson

Badass Digital Nomads Ep 261 10 Expat Mistakes to Avoid
 

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Thinking of moving abroad or know someone who’s making the leap soon? Here are the top 10 most common mistakes expats make and how to avoid them. Spoiler: #8 is the worst!

From not getting professional help with planning your move to staying stuck when the lifestyle isn’t working for you, there are quite a few challenges expats might face. Luckily for you, we’re here to help!

We want you to be as prepared as possible for your big move so you can have the best experience living abroad. With these tips, you’ll have a smoother and safer transition to life in a new country!

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10 Common Mistakes Expats Should Avoid:

  • Mistake #1: Buying real estate before you live in the country

  • Mistake #2: Applying for residency in a new country before an exploratory trip

  • Mistake #3: Waiting too long to move to another country

  • Mistake #4: Spending too much time with other expats and foreigners

  • Mistake #5: Letting your guard down more than you would in your home country

  • Mistake #6: Not fully adapting to the foreign culture & expecting the country to change

  • Mistake #7: Not saving enough money before moving abroad

  • Mistake #8: Giving too much weight to the opinions of others

  • Mistake #9: Not getting professional help with planning your move abroad

  • Mistake #10: Staying stuck abroad when the lifestyle isn’t working for you

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