Geographic Arbitrage FIRE Calculator
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Retire in different countries
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Formula
FIRE Number Abroad = (US Expenses × Cost Multiplier) × 25
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it legal to retire abroad on US passport?
Yes, with appropriate visa. Many countries offer retirement visas (Portugal D7, Mexico Temporal, Thailand Elite). Requirements vary: some need $25k/year income, others need $300k+ assets.
Can I reduce FIRE number by 50% by moving?
Yes! Retiring in SE Asia on $30k/year instead of $60k in US cuts your FIRE number in half: from $1.5M to $750k. Huge impact!
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