If you’re thinking of leaving the U.S., you can find several countries around the world that make it easy to obtain long-term. Here are some of the top countries to consider. Note that visa requirements change frequently, and there are often additional pathways beyond the ones listed here to become a long-term expat. visas.Thomas Barwick / Getty Images
Passengers wait for TSA screening at Cleveland Hopkins on Nov. 3, 2021. A pair of African nations are no longer allowing U.S. citizens to enter their countries as retaliation for similar restrictions placed on their citizens attempting to enter the U.S.
China Eastern Airlines flight MU745 is pictured at Shanghai Pudong International Airport before heading for Buenos Aires, Argentina, on December 4, 2025. Photo: Courtesy of China Eastern Airlines
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has responded to concerns about the non-refundable nature of U.S. visa fees, stating that the policies align with global practices. Accordingly, all applicants attending interviews in Abuja and Lagos must present a DS-160 visa application form featuring a confirmation barcode beginning with “AA” followed by two zeroes.
Rwanda Tourism; Photo- Rwanda Eco Tourism and Safaris. In a world where inflation seems determined to turn your travel dreams into financial nightmares, a select group of destinations continues to offer sanctuary for the budget-conscious explorer.
In 2025, the global distribution of wealth is witnessing notable shifts, with traditional financial centers maintaining their dominance while emerging cities gain prominence. According to a recent report by Henley & Partners in collaboration with New World Wealth, cities like New York and the Bay Area continue to lead, while others like Singapore and Sydney are rapidly ascending in the ranks.
President of the American Academy of Optometry, African Chapter, Dr Uchechukwu Osuagwu, speaks with BIODUN BUSARI on his life journey from Nigeria to Australia.
Three airlines in the Oneworld alliance — which includes Qantas and Cathay Pacific, whose Hong Kong lounge is shown here — will tighten their elite flyer schemes in 2025. For most people, it’s an easy decision: the cheapest fare or the easiest route will be the one to win out. But for many, it’s a different scenario. Paul Yeung/Bloomberg/Getty ImagesCNN —
Emirates might be one of the most iconic airlines of all time. The Dubai-based carrier has built a brand centered on luxury and long-haul flights. From its massive hub at Dubai International Airport , the airline connects passengers across the world with its fleet of widebody aircraft. Photo: paulpdh | Shutterstock
More pitch and recline? “We’ve got to do better than we’re doing at the moment,” says Emirates boss Sir Tim Clark. Having launched what is considered one of the world’s best premium economy offerings, Emirates now hopes to reinvent the economy seat.
