Getting a 2nd Passport and Living an Expat Lifestyle With Mikkel Thorup of the Expat Money Show

Getting a 2nd Passport and Living an Expat Lifestyle With Mikkel Thorup of the Expat Money Show

Author: Kristin Wilson | Traveling with Kristin October 11, 2022 Duration: 1:00:41

Have you ever considered getting a second passport or citizenship? Listen in as Kristin welcomes Mikkel Thorup, Host of The Expat Money Show, to explain how to get dual citizenship so you can live the expat life with even more freedom, flexibility, and security.

 

Mikkel shares why he moved his family from Panama to Brazil, his opinions on the lifestyle and cost of living in Brazil and other countries, and how to get residency abroad by investing in real estate. He also sheds light on the real estate markets in Uruguay and Turkey and the true safety of traveling to the Middle East. Mikkel and Kristin also bust common misconceptions people have of countries not on the Friendly Nations list.

 

Episode 176 Special Offers: 

 

EPISODE 176 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

  • The benefits of getting a second passport/having multiple passports.
  • How to get a second citizenship or residency by investment.
  • Nicaragua's residency program explained.
  • Why Mikkel and his wife chose to get a passport in Brazil and deliver their second child there via birth tourism.
  • Panama changing the Friendly Nations Visa: good or bad?  
  • The safest countries to travel to in the Middle East.
  • What you can expect to learn in the upcoming Expat Money Summit 2022.
  • How Mikkel helps people invest in other countries and reduce their tax burden.
  • Traveling to Uruguay for Mikkel's one-week Expat Exploration & Investment Tour.

 

QUESTIONS ANSWERED:

  • Why did you choose to deliver your baby in Brazil?
  • What attracts people to live in Florianópolis, Brazil?
  • What are the most popular places people are getting Golden Visas for?
  • How is Northern Cyprus different from Southern Cyprus?
  • How safe is it to travel to the Middle East?
  • Why and where are you investing in real estate in Istanbul, Turkey?
  • How much does real estate cost in Uruguay?
  • Are you and your family going to move from Panama to Brazil in the future?
  • And more!

 

RESOURCES

Related Podcasts:

 

Related Videos:

 

Recommended Resources for Digital Nomads:

 

Travel Destinations Mentioned:

  • Florianópolis, Santa Caterina, Brazil
  • Istanbul, Turkey
  • Cappadocia, Turkey
  • Galataport, Turkey
  • Cyprus
  • Panama
  • Beirut, Lebanon
  • Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • Dubai, UAE
  • Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Montevideo, Uruguay
  • Colonia, Uruguay


Connect with Mikkel:

 ...........................................................................................

Connect with Kristin: 

...........................................................................................

Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast:

A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons!

Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin

Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.


There's a certain rhythm to building a life that isn't tied to a single address, and that's the beat Traveling with Kristin moves to. Hosted by Kristin Wilson, a veteran digital nomad who has been navigating the world as an entrepreneur for years, this podcast feels like a series of candid conversations with a friend who's already figured out a lot of the logistics so you don't have to. Each episode digs into the practicalities and the personal shifts that come with choosing a borderless existence. You'll hear honest discussions about the financial realities of retiring abroad, the unexpected challenges of working from a new time zone every few months, and the cultural nuances that you only learn by being there. It's not just about destination highlights; it's about the mindset and the mechanics of designing a sustainable international lifestyle. Kristin brings a grounded perspective, stripping away the glossy social media filter to talk about what global living actually requires-from visas and banking to building community and maintaining relationships on the road. If you're contemplating a permanent move overseas or simply want to weave more extended travel into your remote work, this podcast serves as an essential, deeply relatable guide. Tune in for a mix of solo reflections, interviews with others who've made the leap, and actionable advice that makes the world feel a little more accessible and your dreams a lot more possible.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Traveling with Kristin
Podcast Episodes
The Easy Way To Live a Better Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:24
Kristin shares a key she found to unlocking a better life - especially when it comes to your physical and mental health. She also dives deep on how your country's culture and current location or environment affect your b…
The GO Overseas Summit + Culture Shock in NYC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:01
Interesting in an overseas lifestyle? Kristin will be hosting the International Living GO Overseas Summit online this July 10-11. Register to attend free here. Plus, Kristin and former Badass Digital Nomads podcast guest…
5 Ways To Become a Digital Nomad [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:23
Wondering what you can do to make extra income online or work remotely? Kristin shares 5 of the top ways to become a location-independent digital nomad with examples of each. Start your new website today with Hostinger!…
8 Ways To Overcome Reverse Culture Shock [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:24
Have you ever felt reverse culture shock coming home after a trip abroad? Or do you feel culture shock in your home country regardless - even if you've never left? If you can relate, Kristin has 8 tips for you to help pr…
How I See the UK as an American Abroad [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:14
Get 15% off all TravelPro luggage and bags until June 18! Kristin opens up about her experience in the UK so far and why it's made her sad and nostalgic about the current state of the USA. Watch the YouTube video version…
Why I Left the USA for UK [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:17
Kristin explains why she left the US to slow travel through the UK this summer and reveals 12 things to consider before moving to another country. At the end, she reads and replies to her favorite YouTube comments live o…
Talking to Locals in Manchester, UK [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:49
Find a real local tour guide anywhere in the world with ToursbyLocals. Kristin talks with her Manchester neighbors about what they like and don't like about their city, plus if they support the Royal Family and watched t…