10 Beautiful Destinations That Will Pay You Up to $100,000 to Move There

Tuscany’s medieval town of Radicondoli offers grants for property rentals or purchases, education, childcare, and business ventures through the WivoaRadicondoli 3.0 program.

What to know before you apply: Americans can apply for Italy’s Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) or Elective Residency Visa (ERV). ERV holders receiving a pension may qualify for a 7% flat tax for ten years. DNV holders can benefit from simplified tax regimes as low as 5% in southern Italy.

Expert insight: Sontag notes, “Italian bureaucracy is challenging, but the benefits in terms of taxes, quality of life, and welcoming communities often outweigh the hurdles.”

You can find more about the WivoaRadicondoli 3.0 initiative here.

This Alpine village will pay families under 45 years old up to CHF 25,000 (approximately $31,470 USD) per adult and CHF 10,000 (approximately $12,590 USD) per child if they purchase a home worth at least CHF 200,000 (approximately $251,749 USD) and stay for at least 10 years.

What to know before you apply: Americans can only stay 90 days out of 180 days in the Schengen Area without a visa. Long-term relocation requires a Swiss residency permit, which is highly regulated.

Expert insight: “Many Americans underestimate the paperwork involved. Incentives don’t override national visa requirements,” says Sontag.

You can find out more about the project here.

In northern Spain’s mountains, Ponga offers grants to families who commit to living there for five years.

What to know before you apply: Spain’s digital nomad visa allows remote workers to stay long-term, while retirees often use the non-lucrative visa.

Expert insight: Sontag said the most common mistake is “attempting to ‘DIY’ the process based on informal advice.” “Understanding the steps is one thing; successfully navigating foreign language, customs, and bureaucratic discretion is another,” she added.

Sontag also advises would-be expats to be careful not to rely on influencers’ guidance. She said many claim to be experts, often omitting “critical nuance, day-to-day administrative changes, or their own prior failures, and offer no assurance of success for others.”

For information on getting paid to move to Ponga, Asturias, contact the municipality here.

Tech professionals and remote workers can earn up to €8,000 (approximately $9,427 USD, plus bonuses for women and youth under 30 years old) by relocating to Extremadura for at least two years. There are additional stipends for residents who extend for a third year.

What to know before you apply: Americans must secure Spain’s digital nomad visa before applying.

Expert insight: Watch out for hidden costs, including transportation. “While many towns have public transport, Americans should budget for vehicle costs like renting or buying a car and obtaining a driver’s license,” said Sontag.

Learn more about getting paid to move to Extremadura, Spain here.

Families with three or more children can receive housing, land, and a monthly stipend of €500 euros (approximately $589 USD) for the first three years of full-time living on the island. It’s also worth noting that most of Antikythera’s population is over 50, and there are few children living there.

What to know before you apply: Americans need a long-term visa or residency permit. Greece offers options for remote workers and retirees.

Sontag emphasized cultural fit: “Learning the language and customs is essential. Small towns often shut down midday for siesta, and adapting to local rhythms is key.” The population in Antikythera, for example, usually dwindles down significantly during the winter months.

If moving to Antikythera, Greece, sounds interesting to you, reach out via this contact form

Japan’s Regional Revitalization Corps (RRC) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications partners with local governments to pay volunteers ¥3 million annually (approximately $19,385 USD, plus stipends) to live in rural areas.

What to know before you apply: Stipulations include a high level of spoken and written Japanese proficiency, and a 1-3 year commitment. The JET program also offers a pathway into RRC placements. Determined to remain in Japan, former JET participant Catherine Cornelius, reached out to her prefectural office in Fukui to land an RRC contract that connects locals with the international community.

Expert insight: Cultural adaptation is crucial. Sontag pointed out that making friends abroad can be difficult due to language barriers. She suggests joining expat groups early to “help build community.”

You can find specific opportunities on government websites and Japanese recruitment websites.

Programs like Tulsa’s highlight how relocation incentives can strengthen communities without the complexity of immigration law. Tulsa Remote offers $10,000 to fully remote workers (not based in Oklahoma) earning at least $52,000 annually. Remote living becomes even more appealing with the limited public transportation options available throughout the city, making it
a majorly automobile-reliant destination.

What to know before you apply: You must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, and authorized to work. You must also be living outside of Oklahoma for at least 12 consecutive months before applying, relocate to Tulsa within 12 months of approval, and commit to living there for at least a year.

Find out more about working remotely from Tulsa, Oklahoma here.

The Remote Shoals program is offering remote workers up to $10,000 USD to relocate to Florence, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, or Tuscumbia. Affordable housing, a low cost of living and property taxes, as well as proximity to Nashville and Memphis, make this program appealing for remote workers.

What to know before you apply: You must be a legal U.S. resident, over the age of 18,
move within 6 months of approval, and stay physically present for at least 75% of the 12-month program. You can also be self-employed or a freelancer working from outside Colbert & Lauderdale counties (The Shoals).

You can learn more about getting paid to move to the Shoals, Alabama here.

Ascend West Virginia is a non-profit organization offering $12,000 (plus free outdoor recreation perks and access to co-working spaces) to move to a specified community. The communities range from college towns to mountainous regions.

What to know before you apply: Applicants must be 18 years or older and a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder. You must be a remote or self-employed worker with a full-time, out-of-state job. You must also relocate within six months of acceptance and commit to staying for at least two years.

Interested in getting paid to move to West Virginia? Click here.

Start-up Chile offers equity-free funding from $15,000 to $100,000 USD, plus visas, access to co-working spaces, and mentoring for entrepreneurs.

What to know before you apply: American citizens can apply for a one-year entrepreneur visa. Permanent residency is possible after five years. You must have a startup in the early stage growth phase, a business plan, and demonstrate a long-term commitment to the Chilean entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Expert insight: Sontag advises, “Applicants should first confirm visa eligibility through the consulate, then seek expert guidance to review qualifications.”

Interested in applying to Start-Up Chile? Click here.