The real numbers behind the dream — because “affordable” means nothing until you see it in Rand. Every few weeks I get the same message in my DMs. Different wording, same question underneath it: “Liezl, I don’t have savings like other people who emigrate. Is this even possible for me?” Yes. It is. But I’ve…
Paraguay Residency and Tax Guide for South Africans and Digital Nomads (2026) Topics covered: Paraguay residency requirements | Paraguay tax system for expats | South African emigration options | Paraguay vs Portugal vs Mexico | Paraguay permanent residency | Paraguay passport strength | Paraguay fun facts Why Paraguay Deserves Your Attention Paraguay is one of…
Sometimes life’s biggest decisions happen by accident. In 2020, my husband and I found ourselves stranded in Costa Rica as the world shut down around us. With borders closing and uncertainty everywhere, we faced a choice: try to return to South Africa, or reunite in the Netherlands, where my Dutch husband is from. We chose…
By a South African living abroad since 2018 Most people think living abroad is for the wealthy. That you need a six-figure salary, a remote tech job, or a trust fund to pack up and see the world. I’m here to tell you that’s simply not true. I left South Africa in 2011 unoffically and…
