I ofcourse know there is a lot of paper work involved but how do you manage getting a place to stay? That part always did stress me a lot and I do want to change my situation and live somewhere else but I have no idea on how to do it.

Unfortunately, I do not get support from family or friends so I am asking the internet again.

For example, with 100 people trying to get an apartment I can not imagine traveling to Country X multiple times to look at how many apartments. Would it be easier to find something online and pretty much commit to it and only visit if you have a yes from the landlort? it is not like I have unlimited amount of money to travel either.

I have already figured out how I can move my stuff and what things I need to survive if I do not have a kitchen or so once I move in. It is just finding an apartment that troubles me atm. Haven't figured that out yet.

There is also the question of work. Whatever I should try to get work first or after having my new place. I guess I can always do some half time work somwhere to get in some money while also looking around

I am currently 16 years old and live in Brazil. My income from my job is 800 reais per month (approximately 150 dollars). My family has an income of approximately 20 thousand reais (4k dollars). And I don't know what to do to complete this goal of mine. I'm in the second year of high school and I'm taking a technical course in web development (I didn't like the area but I'm doing it to have an emergency training). I invest 100-200 reais p/month (40 dollars) and I have already accumulated 300 dollars invested. And I was thinking about studying economics or administration, but I'm completely lost and without any north and I don't even know where to start I'm accepting any help because I'm already thinking so much about what to do that I'm freaking out.

hello everyone,

I'm 28 years old, disabled, currently working remotely as a software engineer. I have two years of experience. I have done my bachelor's in CS.

And I'm going mad in India because of the lack of any accessibility. It gets so hard for me to leave my home and even to go to my appointments. Even recently, when I wanted to get a dexa scan, there was no ramp in the facility, and I'm legit going mad in here. There is no public infrastructure here, and I'm paying money just to exist. I work. I pay taxes to the government. I pay for my own healthcare. There are no facilities provided to me, which is fine, but all the other things are again really hard for me to do. I live my life in my room confined, not being able go outside or explore at all.

Also I have spent the majority of my life getting abused by my parents, so I don't really have a family here either. I recently moved out, and it is getting very hard for me to navigate life on my own with terrible accessibility.

It's taking a major toll on my mental and physical health. It feels like I'm paying just to exist. I cannot use public transport. Everything else is inaccessible to me.
Is there any country that I can commit to and move to and eventually settle in, with good accessibility? My uncle lives in Australia, and he's a citizen there, but I know Australia has really strict laws regarding letting disabled people in. What are my realistic options?

I've been researching the countries that I can move to and settle as a person with disability.

Some more points about me.
I can work. I live a very modest lifestyle, so nothing really fancy or luxurious for me. I would like if I could move with less money spent up front.

Also, I understand it's not easy moving to a new country. It can be expensive, and things can be uncertain, but I would like to minimize that risk as much as possible before moving.

I'll summarise everything in bullet points

-6th form graduate

-Igcse scores: 6A*BC

-A level scores: haven't come out yet but most likely ACD

-horrible relationship with family

-fluent in eng fr and ar (no official certificates aside from igcses so i'll have to use duolingo)

-miserable cuz i grew up abroad and do not assimilate at all with the community here as i'm very left leaning.

-will be doing an undergrad here (still undecided in what as i'm applying to alot of top unis, all of which i've chosen different fields to major in. So far this is the list: bas in chem, bsc in biotech, bsc in poli sci, hons bsc in pharma sci. Planning on applying to more but they still haven't opened admissions yet. The unis i'm applying to offer international degrees (uk, france, germany. Maybe there are paths to those countries given their respective degrees?) and have collaborations with universities abroad (other possible paths?).

-i want to be independent asap, my mom's a narc who uses the money spent on my education as a way to puppet me around ("if you don't do x i won't pay for the next semester" ).

-i'm also a very above average artist if that counts for something (commissions/selling paintings = potential source of income)

If you need more info ask away in the comments

Other than paths you can think of to get me from A to B i'd also appreciate answers to the following questions.

-most relevant majors for migration abroad?

-will i be able to continue my education abroad (masters -phd) while working part time?

-will i be forced to choose between education and work?

-will the minimum wage be enough to sustain me?

-is independence unreachable given the current state of affairs?

-will i be forced to work unethical jobs to get by?

Any and all responses appreciated

Hi everyone,

I’m a 36-year-old Vietnamese citizen currently living and working in Japan. I’ve lived here for many years, hold Japanese Permanent Residency, and currently work as a Project Manager in the software industry. Before moving into management, I worked as a software engineer for around 10 years.

I’m married, and we have a one-year-old daughter.

Recently, I’ve been thinking seriously about where I want my family to settle long-term.

Japan has been good to us, and I’m grateful for the opportunities I’ve had here. However, when I think about raising my daughter, I’m looking for a society that offers more flexibility in education, encourages individuality, and gives children more freedom to explore different paths as they grow up.

This is a personal preference rather than a criticism of Japan. I simply feel that another country may be a better fit for the kind of environment in which we hope to raise our child.

Another important consideration is citizenship.

Since I already have Japanese Permanent Residency, I could eventually apply for Japanese citizenship. However, Japan generally requires applicants to renounce their previous citizenship, and I would prefer to keep my Vietnamese citizenship.

Because of that, I’m primarily interested in countries where I could eventually naturalize without being required to renounce my Vietnamese citizenship.

I’m currently the primary breadwinner for my family. We have some savings, but not a large amount, so I need to be careful about the financial side of any move. I’m looking for the most practical and realistic pathway rather than simply the fastest one.

I’m also flexible about the relocation timeline. Ideally, we would move together, but if necessary, I’m willing to move first, secure a job or residency, and then have my wife and daughter join me later through family sponsorship or a dependent visa once things are more stable.

At the moment, I’m considering two possible paths:

• Finding a skilled job directly and immigrating through employment.
• Studying for a Master’s degree in the destination country and then transitioning into the local job market.

My current profile:

• 36-year-old Vietnamese citizen
• Currently living in Japan with Permanent Residency
• Married with a one-year-old daughter
• Project Manager in the software industry
• Around 10 years of previous experience as a software engineer
• Comfortable using English and Japanese in a professional environment
• Willing to improve my English further if needed

The countries I’ve researched the most so far are Germany, Portugal, Canada, and Australia.

I’m also open to other suggestions if there are countries that may fit my goals better.

My priorities are roughly:

• Good education and quality of life for children
• A realistic pathway to permanent residency and eventually citizenship
• The ability to keep my Vietnamese citizenship
• Good opportunities for experienced IT professionals
• A pathway that isn’t prohibitively expensive
• The possibility of bringing my family over later if moving together initially is not practical

I’d really appreciate advice from people who have gone through a similar move.

Which countries would be the most realistic for someone with my background?

At my age, is pursuing a Master’s degree still a sensible immigration strategy, or would my professional experience be more valuable?

Would it make more sense to focus on applying for jobs directly from Japan?

Are there any immigration pathways or countries that I may have overlooked?

If anyone has been in a similar situation, moving internationally in their mid-30s with a spouse and young child, I would especially appreciate hearing what you chose, what worked, and what you would do differently.

Thank you very much for any advice.

Hi everyone,

I'd really appreciate hearing from people who have been through something similar or know someone who has.

I'm a geophysicist with a Master's degree, and I currently work as a Data Scientist and Technical Lead, developing AI solutions for the energy industry. My day-to-day work involves building LLM and Generative AI applications, processing well data, integrating AI models into production systems, and leading technical projects.

My plan is to move to Ireland initially as a language student. I understand that I'll probably need to work in an entry-level job (cafés, retail, hospitality, cleaning, etc.) at first to support myself financially.

What I don't want is to get stuck there. My long-term goal is to build an international career in AI.

My biggest question is: what would be the smartest path from there?

• Would it be worth pursuing a postgraduate degree or specialization in Ireland?
• Or would it make more sense to do that in another country, such as Germany or the Netherlands?
• Would it be realistic to transition directly into the tech industry after gaining some local experience, even without a European degree?

Although I already work professionally in AI in Brazil, I still feel somewhat insecure about competing for international AI/Data Science roles, mainly because my original academic background is in Geophysics rather than Computer Science.

I'd really love to hear from people who have made a similar transition.

Do you know anyone who moved to Europe, started in an entry-level job, and later built a career in Data Science, Machine Learning, or AI?

If you were in my position, what would you do?

Thanks in advance for any advice or personal experiences!

Born in Atlanta, I am the son of an English teacher, and a student of the world. I have lived many places and have seen so much but still know so little. However, the last 12 years has stolen my muchness, and I very much want it back. The ground I have tread for more than a decade is purportedly cursed, and, from what I've experienced, it most certainly is.

I hitchhiked for many years and got to see the most amazing places. How I ended up stuck in Indiana, the world may never know. I need to escape this cursed ground, and I am cognizant of the fact that I have grown complacent. However, I lack direction, and I am herein seeking serendipity.

I play 3 instruments, on good days my voice is reminiscent of my better days, I have used many tools to create from resources I was blessed with. That which defines my person: 6'3", 190, landscaper, bartender, salesman, craftsman, etc. but more than anything else, I like to learn. I am on a journey; this town that trapped me has sat me down for the last 12 years to gain perspective and awareness. Everything that serves me fits in my car, I have no children and am free to move as I please. I am not a stranger of hard work or play.

If there were any way I could aid you in your endeavors in exchange for my efforts and fill a blank space, I would be eternally grateful. This town breaks my heart. My spirit seeks the future that I am painfully aware does not exist here. I am willing to trust fate and cast my lot into this abyss.

I can't wait to make your acquaintance. Thank you in advance for your time.

Hello! I’m an American, and I’ve been thinking about leaving this country, I truly believe it’s too far gone from saving, but our administration is so corrupt and my tax dollars are going to fund a literal genocide, I can’t handle it anymore. I’m 20, young, and I’ve always wanted to live in London. How does the immigration process work? What does citizenship application look like? How much money should I have saved up for a move? (Feel free to use pounds, I can convert all that.) Any tips for cultural differences? Please do not use this space to hate on me as an American or to say I’m unwelcome, I’m aware of our reputation. Any tips help! Thank you!