Migrating

Not sure why it should be. I would happily consider moving to another country and I am almost 47. Language and culture would matter most. I have lived in the US, and wouldn't really want to live there again, but would consider it if a job was involved. Most of Europe would be ok.

 

Your never to old to travel and settle down and it would be a fantastic experience to live within another culture and society and learn the way of life specific to that country.

I guess you should follow what you believe is right and what your heart and mind says.

 

Sure, why not? You may google 'ageism' 0_0. It's like saying people over 60 shouldn't migrate...or people under 20...etc.

 

Why would it be a problem? And yes, it's certainly possible! I think you should be more concerned about the language and culture of the assuming country than what people think of your age. Also consider employment prospects and if it's feasible financially and in the long term. English speaking countries would be ideal, assuming English is your first language.

All the best!

 

It shouldn't matter, but you might end up in a trap where you won't be able to find a job that suits you. You should also have some savings and be ready to learn a new language and adapt to a new culture. You will most likely face some discrimination and xenophobia, so you should be mentally prepared to just shrug it off and continue with your day.

There is also the problem of getting a work visa, residence permit, etc. Many countries have very strict laws that basically forbid anyone from settling there on their own choice. Switzerland and Austria come to mind, their immigration policies are borderline nazi. If you have any chronic illness you might be refused medical insurance, this was the case in the US for everyone up until several years ago. Be careful about that.

My suggestion would be to research everything you can before taking the big step, but age doesn't matter very much if you're in the 35-40 age group.

 

I don't think it would be a problem. At 35 I was what was referred to as a "trailing spouse." When we moved from D.C. to Dallas...believe me it's a different country. You look for a new job or/are accommodated the company for which you worked. I gives a new perspective on things. If I had the opportunity at my age I'd take advantage of it.

 

It's not too old.

 

No not at all. My family moved out to the US twice, in 1991 and 1997 and my dad was in that age range and my parents had a new baby both times! So I'm sure someone without kids can do it too!

I have a US passport as I was born there in '92 and have considered using it to move there a few times, I'm 90% sure I'm moving to North England before I'm 30 as I just don't feel any connection to Scotland since the referendum.

 

Nah, course not. My father's over 50 and recently emigrated to a country he'd never been to and whose language he doesn't speak. It is possible. But he has lived abroad in the past, so it's not like it's a completely new experience for him.

I want to do that, too. I want to live all over the place, and I hope I won't be settled by the time I'm 40.

You just have to be realistic about job prospects. It's good to have an idea of what you're going to do!

 

Age does not determine whether one should or should not migrate in my opinion.

 

You are never too old to move elsewhere and settle down! I would hope not at least. As I want to move to Germany but that won't be able to happen for many a year!