Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup is the world’s most sought-after expat consultant. He focuses on helping high-net-worth private clients to legally mitigate tax liabilities, obtain a second residency and citizenship, and assemble a portfolio of foreign investments including international real estate, timber plantations, agricultural land and other hard-money tangible assets. Mikkel is the Founder and CEO at Expat Money®, a private consulting firm started in 2017. He hosts the popular weekly podcast, the Expat Money Show, and wrote the definitive #1-Best Selling book Expat Secrets - How To Pay Zero Taxes, Live Overseas And Make Giant Piles Of Money, and his second book: Expats Guide On Moving To Mexico.

Uruguay’s Passport Fix Falls Short - What You Need to Know

3 min read

Uruguay’s Passport Fix Falls Short - What You Need to Know

For years, Uruguay’s passport system was broken, especially for naturalized citizens. If you were born abroad but became a Uruguayan citizen, your passport could prevent you from travelling freely.

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Why Is Switzerland So Expensive?

4 min read

Why Is Switzerland So Expensive?

Switzerland is famous for its breathtaking Alps, pristine lakes, world-class banking, and absurdly high prices. If you’ve ever set foot in Zurich or...

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How Santiago Peña Is Transforming Paraguay Fast

4 min read

How Santiago Peña Is Transforming Paraguay Fast

Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down for lunch with the President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña. This was not a staged event or a large...

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How To Use A 401(k) For Investing Offshore

5 min read

How To Use A 401(k) For Investing Offshore

As you approach retirement, have you considered how to maintain your lifestyle and safeguard your wealth from economic fluctuations? Only with the...

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Paraguay Residency: A No-Brainer Plan-B Option For 2025

7 min read

Paraguay Residency: A No-Brainer Plan-B Option For 2025

In a time of rising taxes, overreach, and global financial scrutiny, securing a second residency is more than just a smart move; it’s essential....

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Best Things To Do In Costa Rica

6 min read

Best Things To Do In Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a tropical paradise celebrated for its stunning natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and thrilling outdoor adventures. Whether you're...

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What Kind Of Person Becomes An Expat?

6 min read

What Kind Of Person Becomes An Expat?

Have you ever wondered whether being an expat could be right for you? Some people wouldn’t think of leaving their home country—and would prefer to...

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Uruguay’s Passport Fix Falls Short - What You Need to Know

3 min read

Uruguay’s Passport Fix Falls Short - What You Need to Know

For years, Uruguay’s passport system was broken, especially for naturalized citizens. If you were born abroad but became a Uruguayan citizen, your passport could prevent you from travelling freely.

Continue Reading
Why Is Switzerland So Expensive?

4 min read

Why Is Switzerland So Expensive?

Switzerland is famous for its breathtaking Alps, pristine lakes, world-class banking, and absurdly high prices. If you’ve ever set foot in Zurich or...

Continue Reading
How Santiago Peña Is Transforming Paraguay Fast

4 min read

How Santiago Peña Is Transforming Paraguay Fast

Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down for lunch with the President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña. This was not a staged event or a large...

Continue Reading
How To Use A 401(k) For Investing Offshore

5 min read

How To Use A 401(k) For Investing Offshore

As you approach retirement, have you considered how to maintain your lifestyle and safeguard your wealth from economic fluctuations? Only with the...

Continue Reading
Paraguay Residency: A No-Brainer Plan-B Option For 2025

7 min read

Paraguay Residency: A No-Brainer Plan-B Option For 2025

In a time of rising taxes, overreach, and global financial scrutiny, securing a second residency is more than just a smart move; it’s essential....

Continue Reading
Best Things To Do In Costa Rica

6 min read

Best Things To Do In Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a tropical paradise celebrated for its stunning natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and thrilling outdoor adventures. Whether you're...

Continue Reading
What Kind Of Person Becomes An Expat?

6 min read

What Kind Of Person Becomes An Expat?

Have you ever wondered whether being an expat could be right for you? Some people wouldn’t think of leaving their home country—and would prefer to...

Continue Reading