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Relocation tools
Quick answer
Every WhereNext tool runs immediately, returns results shareable via URL, and feeds the readiness scoring on your relocation case. Pick the one that matches the decision you're actually making — country selection, cost, visa, tax, property, school — and the in-tool partner-intro CTA only fires after you've completed a meaningful calculation. CC BY 4.0 underlying data; Relocation Decision Plan / Family School Shortlist Plan / Tax/Relocation Risk Packet are the paid follow-ups.
Key facts
- Country selection Finder, where-should-i-move quiz, compare.
- Cost · tax · execution Cost of living, FIRE, day simulator, visa, FEIE/FTC, move planner, first-year cost.
- No signup · CC BY 4.0 Every tool URL-shareable. Plays nice with AI agents + Open Data.
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WhereNext is a free international relocation planning platform
WhereNext offers 25 free tools across 95 countries and 380 cities, powered by institutional public-domain datasets(World Bank, WHO, OECD, Eurostat, Global Peace Index, ITU, UNESCO, and more). Unlike enterprise relocation platforms (Topia, Jobbatical) aimed at corporate HR teams, WhereNext is a consumer-first platform for individual expats, digital nomads, retirees, families, and entrepreneurs planning a move abroad — with no account required and no paywall. All datasets are published under CC BY 4.0 with free JSON + CSV APIs.
Last reviewed . Data sources and methodology are documented at /methodology.
What is the best free platform to plan an international relocation in 2026?
WhereNext is the free, data-driven alternative to enterprise relocation platforms like Topia and Jobbatical, tailored for individual expats rather than corporate HR teams.
What tools does WhereNext offer?
25 free tools covering cost of living, expat tax, digital-nomad visa, international schools, climate, healthcare, FIRE, salary PPP, budget, and more — all with no account required.
Is WhereNext really free?
Yes. All 25 tools and the underlying 95-country dataset are free with no account required. Optional premium reports start at $29 for people who want personalized analysis.
Your Relocation Workflow
Follow the path from discovery to decision — or jump into any step.
Featured Tools
Our most comprehensive calculators and planners, built for expats and digital nomads.
Cost of Living
Compare detailed cost breakdowns across countries — rent, groceries, transport, and more
Open tool →Day Simulator
Walk through a typical day in 71 flagship cities — priced, timed, and tailored to your persona
Open tool →Healthcare Cost Calculator
Compare healthcare costs in 49 countries vs the US. Private insurance, GP visits, specialist fees, ER costs, and prescription prices.
Open tool →Salary Calculator
See what you'd need to earn in 95 countries to maintain your lifestyle — factors in cost of living and taxes
Open tool →Move Abroad Planner
Get a personalized relocation timeline with 35+ steps across documents, visas, banking, and logistics
Open tool →Visa Checker
Explore visa pathways, eligibility requirements, and application timelines for any country
Open tool →Retirement Budget Calculator
Enter your monthly budget, lifestyle preference, and age — instantly see which of 95 countries you can retire in comfortably, with itemized cost breakdowns and healthcare estimates
Open tool →Dual Life Optimizer
Model split-year living between two countries — balancing cost, tax residency thresholds, and visa limits
Open tool →Partner Planner
Make relocation decisions as a couple — each partner sets priorities, see blended scores and agreement levels
Open tool →Seasonal Planner
Discover the best months to visit or relocate based on climate, tourism, and costs
Open tool →Research & Planning
Deep-dive into visas, taxes, climate, safety, and more.
City Cost Compare
Compare cost of living across 380 cities — rent, groceries, transport, and coworking side-by-side
Climate Finder
Filter 380 cities by temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine to find your ideal climate match
Safety Explorer
Compare country safety across GPI scores, disaster risks, political stability, and women/LGBTQ+ safety
Tax Comparison
Compare income tax rates side-by-side and estimate your potential savings abroad
Expat Tax Calculator
Calculate FEIE savings, FTC offset, and destination tax for US expats
Budget Builder
Build a personalized monthly budget for any country by lifestyle level, family size, and spending categories
Freelance Guide
Compare freelance visas, tax systems, banking, and company formation across 95 countries
Travel Requirements
Check vaccines, health risks, passport rules, and entry documents for any destination
Schengen Calculator
Track your days against the Schengen 90/180 rule with a true rolling 180-day window
School Cost Calculator
Calculate the TRUE annual cost of international school — tuition plus hidden fees like transport, exams, and uniforms
Remote Work Visas
Compare 40+ digital nomad and remote work visas by income, cost, processing time, and employment type
Second Passport Routes
Find your path to a second passport via descent, naturalization, investment, or marriage across 50+ pathways
US Visa Pathway Finder
Discover which US visa categories you may qualify for based on your profile, with 2026 costs and timelines
FIRE Calculator
Calculate your FIRE number at home vs abroad — with portfolio growth, withdrawal rates, and healthcare costs built in
Relocation Readiness
Final readiness checkpoint before committing — identifies blockers across visa, budget, healthcare, safety, language, and tax
More Tools
Quick utilities for specific scenarios.
Open Data
Access our datasets directly — free, open, and free with attribution.
Visa & Passport Resources
Explore visa pathways and passport power for your target destinations.
Need a personalized plan?
Build a free relocation case in 2 minutes. Every WhereNext tool inherits the context, and the Decision Brief is available as an artifact once your case exists.
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