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[–]hennaojisan 5 insightful - 2 fun5 insightful - 1 fun6 insightful - 2 fun -  (0 children)

I have a few questions and a bit of advice for US citizens who have watched both the videos linked here:

Do you have a valid passport? It usually takes about a month to get one but sometimes longer.

Do you have enough cash to live abroad until you are able to support yourself, and any dependents, until you are self-sufficient? If not, consider converting any assets into some sort of currency. Remember that US law does not allow you to take over US $10,000 (in any form such as gold, etc.) across international borders without reporting it.

Consider where in the world you would like to live if you decide to leave the US. Then, check on the immigration laws, cost of living, etc. in that country.

Banking laws have changed over the last few years for US citizens so you cannot assume that you can just walk into a bank in another country and open an account.

I may sound alarmist but that is because I am alarmed. Laugh if you like—I don't mind.