r/AmericanExpat is a subreddit with 8k members. The most common kinds of discussions are pain & anger and money talk, and the community frequently discusses expats, abroad, us, expat, and american.
r/AmericanExpat is a community for Americans living abroad — or planning to. Whether you're chasing a better lifestyle, escaping the high cost of living, working remotely, or just exploring the world, you're in the right place.
Popular Themes in r/AmericanExpat
#1
Pain & Anger
: "I moved to Portugal and now I don’t know what to do with myself"
2 posts
#2
Money Talk
: "Finances after moving to Canada from the U.S."
2 posts
#3
Advice Requests
: "Seeking basic investment advice as American living abroad"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/AmericanExpat
#1
Expats
: "Do American Expats of color have a different experience abroad?"
60 posts
#2
Abroad
: "“For those living Abroad long-term, what ended up being harder than you expected after the move?"
59 posts
#3
Us
: "What is your plan for when your parents in the Us get sick?"
55 posts
#4
Expat
: "Is Anyone Here Considering Retiring in GREECE? The No. 1 Country in Europe for Expat Visas and Retiree Benefits and It Has Golden Visas and Tax Breaks"
50 posts
#5
American
: "I feel like an American expat living in the U.S."
45 posts
#6
Us Expats
30 posts
#7
Living
: "“For those Living abroad long-term, what ended up being harder than you expected after the move?"
29 posts
#8
Move
25 posts
#9
Europe
22 posts
#10
Moving
22 posts
Flair Used in r/AmericanExpat
#1
Question
: "What is the best country for retirement?"
9 posts
#2
AMA
: "[AMA] We run Senior Care & Assisted Living Residences in Thailand — Ask Us Anything!"
3 posts
#3
Advice/Tips
: "US Banking & 2FA Guide | Version 2.0 (Official Wiki Edition)"
2 posts
Member Growth in r/AmericanExpat
Yearly
+8k members(1890.1%)
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Last updated: September 11, 2026