What do I need to know before retiring in El Salvador?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to El Salvador, they said...
"Before retiring in El Salvador, expats should be aware of the country's high crime rate and the need to take extra security precautions. It is also important to research the cost of living in El Salvador, as it is generally higher than in other Central American countries. Additionally, expats should be aware of the country's tropical climate and the need to take precautions against the heat and humidity. Finally, expats should research the availability of healthcare services in El Salvador, as the quality of care can vary significantly," wrote a member who made the move to El Salvador.
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"I live in a gated community. There are many in Nejapa and the surrounding cities. 24k will buy you a 2 bedroom single story house. Very little land but it is yours. Nejapa is safe and quaint for small towns. Everyone is friendly to foreigners. Do you homework and make contacts with local Americans or Expats. The cost of living is very cheap and dentistry and doctors have many cheap clinics to go to if you need assistance," explained one expat living in Nejapa, El Salvador.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.