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The Easiest Residency Visas for Beginners (Ranked 1–5)
Most people overcomplicate residency.
You don’t need:❌ Huge investments❌ Lawyers on day one❌ Perfect finances
You do need the right first visa.
Here are the 5 easiest residency visas for beginners in 2025 — ranked by simplicity, approval rate, and flexibility 👇
1️⃣ Portugal D7 (Passive / Remote Income)
Best for: Remote workers, retirees, location-independent earnersWhy it’s easy: Clear income rules + EU residency
• Income benchmark: ~€820/month (higher recommended)• Path to permanent residency + citizenship• Family-friendly, strong healthcare
⚠️ Most mistakes here are documentation-related, not income.
2️⃣ Mexico Temporary Residency
Best for: First-time movers who want flexibilityWhy it’s easy: Simple income/savings test + fast processing
• Income OR savings qualify• 1 year → renewable → permanent• No minimum stay each year (huge plus)
3️⃣ Thailand Long-Term Options (LTR / Extensions)
Best for: Asia-first lifestyle seekersWhy it’s easy: Multiple pathways depending on income/work
• LTR for higher earners• Long-term extensions widely used• Excellent cost of living + infrastructure
4️⃣ Georgia (1-Year Stay → Residency)
Best for: Digital nomads & entrepreneursWhy it’s easy: Extremely relaxed entry rules
• 1-year visa-free stay for many nationalities• Territorial tax system (foreign income advantages)• Very low cost of living
5️⃣ Indonesia Second Home Visa
Best for: Bali-focused lifestyle moversWhy it’s easy: No local income required
• Requires bank balance (not monthly income)• 5–10 year stay options• Ideal if you’re asset-rich but income-light
The Key Takeaway
There is no “best” residency — only the best one for your current situation.
Most people fail because they:• Pick the wrong visa first• Chase lifestyle before legality• Ignore renewal & tax rules
Inside Horizon Society, we match visas to your income type, timeline, and long-term goal — not hype.
💬 Question:Which of these feels like the least stressful option for you right now?
If you want a full breakdown of any of these visas by country, check the Country Spotlights section 👀
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