Welcome to Retiring Abroad Over 60

Retiring abroad is a big decision – exciting, life-changing, and sometimes a little daunting. This site is here to guide you through the process, step by step, with practical advice and first-hand experience. Something I wish I could have stumbled across when I was planning everything.

The focus is on what you need to consider in the planning stages, from sorting out your home and finances in the UK, to arranging health insurance, visas, pensions, and the paperwork that makes life abroad smoother. I also cover what to expect once you’ve made the move: setting up a new home, understanding local culture, managing day-to-day costs, and building a fulfilling lifestyle overseas.

Because my own journey began in the UK and led me to Vietnam, some of the content is tailored to those starting out from Britain, with extra detail on moving specifically to Vietnam. That said, much of the information applies broadly to retiring in other countries, especially if you’re considering a move later in life.

You’ll find checklists, guidance articles, and personal insights that I hope will make your planning easier and give you the confidence to take the leap. The goal of this site is simple: to help you prepare well, avoid common pitfalls, and make your retirement abroad as enjoyable as possible. I have pulled together in one place all the information I researched and tracked down while I was planning to retire abroad.

I hope you find the information here useful. If you have a question that isn’t covered, or if you’d like to share your own experience, please don’t hesitate to get in touch – I’d be glad to hear from you.