Asia Countries
Explore countries in Asia for US expats. Compare visa options, cost of living, and quality of life.
Countries in Asia
Singapore
Asia
Safe, English-speaking, world-class infrastructure — but among the most expensive cities on Earth and with limited visa options for non-workers.
Japan
Asia
Japan combines world-class safety and healthcare with unique cultural richness, though language barriers and visa paths remain significant hurdles for Americans.
South Korea
Asia
Modern, safe, and efficient — South Korea offers top-tier healthcare and infrastructure at costs well below US metros, though the language barrier is real.
Oman
Asia
A stable, scenic Gulf nation with moderate costs and a growing expat-friendly residency-by-investment program.
Vietnam
Asia
Affordable, vibrant, and increasingly expat-friendly Southeast Asian hub — though visa options for long-term stays remain limited.
Thailand
Asia
Affordable Southeast Asian hub with excellent healthcare, established expat communities, and flexible new visa options including the 2024 Destination Thailand Visa.
Malaysia
Asia
Affordable Southeast Asian hub with modern infrastructure, widespread English, and a restructured MM2H long-stay visa program.
Indonesia
Asia
Tropical affordability with Bali as Southeast Asia's leading expat hub — low costs, rich culture, and expanding long-stay visa options.
Philippines
Asia
English-speaking, low-cost Southeast Asian nation with one of the world's most accessible retirement visas and a large established American expat community.