10 Incredible Places That Will Pay You to Relocate

Imagine swapping your daily grind for a picturesque island, a charming European village, or a bustling entrepreneurial hub—and getting paid to do it. Across the globe, countries and towns are offering financial incentives to attract new residents to revitalize communities. Here are ten destinations that will pay you to call them home.

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1. Ireland’s Coastal Islands

Ireland’s “Our Living Islands” program offers up to €50,000 (S$70,375) through the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant to purchase and renovate vacant homes. This initiative encourages the use of existing properties to provide long-term residential accommodation. However, while the grant supports property acquisition and renovation, it does not confer citizenship. 

2. Albinen, Switzerland

Tucked away in the Swiss Alps, Albinen is paying adults under 45 years old 20,000 Swiss Francs (approximately S$29,886), with an extra 10,000 Swiss Francs (S$14,943) per child, to move there. To qualify, you need to buy or build a home worth at least 200,000 Swiss Francs (S$298,918) and commit to living there for at least ten years.

3. Antikythera, Greece

Antikythera, a small Greek island, offers new residents €500 monthly (S$703) for three years. A  total sum of €18,000 (S$25,320) is paid to attract families with children to settle down on the island. 

4. Sardinia, Italy

Sardinia, known for its turquoise waters and ancient ruins, offers €15,000 (around S$21,103) to those who move to its rural areas and renovate homes. Applicants must relocate to towns with fewer than 3,000 residents, live there full-time, and make Sardinia their permanent residence within 18 months.

5. Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany’s residency program (Residenzialità in Montagna 2024) is offering grants ranging from €10,000 to €30,000 to those who move to one of its 76 rural towns. The funds support up to 50% of home renovation costs and are available to applicants who have lived in Italy continuously for at least 10 years.

6. Sambuca di Sicilia, Italy

This Sicilian town is attracting people to relocate by selling Italian homes for as low as €1 (S$1.40). While the homes require renovations, the town supports new residents with grants and a vibrant community. Renovations must be completed within three years, with costs estimated at €30,000 (S$42,206). Residents can then claim back up to €5,000 (S$7,034) security deposit refundable upon completion. 

7. Candela, Italy

In the southern Italian town of Candela with less than 2,000 residents, single-member households can receive €800 (about S$1,125) and families with over 4 members can receive up to €5,000 (S$7,034) to move there. The offer requires you to settle permanently, secure employment, and invest in local housing.

8. Chile

Chile’s Start-Up Chile program offers grants for various stages of startup development. The grants range from 10 million pesos (S$242,981) to 75 million pesos (S$1,822,361) for different businesses. 

9. Saskatchewan, Canada

Under the Graduate Retention Program, CAD 20,000 (S$18,872) in tax returns is provided to graduates from approved institutions who maintain residency for 10 years. 

10. Ponga, Spain

Located in the Asturias region, Ponga provides €3,000 (S$4,221) per adult and an additional €3,000 (S$4,221) per child to encourage families to move there. Applicants must commit to living in Ponga for a minimum of five years.

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Whether you’re a digital nomad, an entrepreneur, or simply someone craving a change, these opportunities combine adventure with financial benefits. Pack your bags, and let these destinations pay you to live your dream.