Cities
Neighbourhoods, cost of living, community and daily life: the cities to settle in, linked to their country guide.
Greece
Athens
The cradle of European civilisation, Athens combines one of the lowest costs of living among EU capitals, an exceptional climate and a seaside Riviera on the city's doorstep. A favoured choice for retirees (7% regime) and digital nomads.
Thailand
Bangkok
A hectic yet surprisingly comfortable megacity, Bangkok offers a low cost of living, renowned cuisine and excellent-value private healthcare. A popular base in Asia for entrepreneurs, retirees and digital nomads.
Spain
Barcelona
Between the sea and the mountains, Barcelona offers a rare quality of life and a very active international scene (tech, design, digital nomads). Rental market pressure and rent controls mean the housing search has to be planned well in advance.
United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
Dubai
An ultra-modern and safe metropolis, Dubai attracts executives, entrepreneurs and families with its 0% taxation and international environment. Budgets are high, especially for families: it is best to map out neighbourhoods and schools before arriving.
Switzerland
Geneva
The world capital of diplomacy, French-speaking and on the shores of Lake Geneva, Geneva offers top-tier salaries and quality of life — at the price of one of the highest costs of living in the world and a very tight housing market.
Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
A modern, green and English-speaking capital, Kuala Lumpur offers rare urban comfort for a very low cost of living. Condos with pools, shopping malls, excellent private hospitals: a sought-after base in Asia for families, retirees and nomads.
Cyprus
Limassol
Cyprus's economic capital, Limassol has become a hub for entrepreneurs, tech companies and investors drawn by the non-dom regime. A luxury marina, beaches and a cosmopolitan community make it the most international city on the island.
Portugal
Lisbon
A sunny capital set on the Tagus, Lisbon concentrates most of Portugal's appeal: light, safety, a tech scene and a large French community. The flip side of this success is that property prices have risen sharply — it is best to know the neighbourhoods before settling.
Spain
Madrid
A dynamic, sunny capital, Madrid combines professional life, culture and a relaxed way of life. It is also the city of choice for taking advantage of the Beckham Law. The rental market has tightened: planning ahead is essential.
Mexico
Mexico City
The cultural and culinary capital of Latin America, Mexico City has become a favourite with digital nomads for its energy, its year-round spring climate and its low cost of living. A megacity of contrasts where the choice of neighbourhood is everything.
Italy
Milan
The economic and creative heart of Italy, Milan attracts executives, entrepreneurs and design enthusiasts. It is also the gateway to the flat-tax regime for new residents for high-net-worth individuals. The most expensive city in Italy, but also the most international.
Cyprus
Nicosia
Cyprus's capital and administrative centre, Nicosia is more local and affordable than Limassol. A university city and seat of the institutions, it suits those who put practical daily life ahead of the seaside.
Panama
Panama City
Central America's only true metropolis, Panama City combines a modern skyline, a dollarised economy and territorial taxation (foreign income exempt). An air and banking hub popular with entrepreneurs and retirees.
Portugal
Porto
Portugal's second city, Porto appeals with its strong identity, lower costs than Lisbon and its quality of life. A rising choice for expatriates and nomads seeking authenticity without giving up the services of a large city.
Georgia
Tbilisi
An endearing capital at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Tbilisi appeals to entrepreneurs and nomads with its 1% tax status, a cost of living among the lowest in the region and an almost immediate move (365 days without a visa for French nationals).
Spain
Valencia
Spain's third city, Valencia has become a favourite of expatriates and nomads for its unique balance: a dynamic large city, urban beaches, a mild climate and a cost of living well below that of Madrid or Barcelona.