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10. South Korea

Potential retirees: fuhgeddaboudit. South Korea doesn’t offer visas to retirees, which is a shame since the country is vibrant, multicultural, and not that expensive to live in. Its highest tax rate is 53.40%. But, if you’re seeking a year or two abroad, especially as a teacher, you’ll be able to get by for much less, especially if your school underwrites housing costs. The overall cost of living in South Korea is lower than in the U.S.

Rainy evening in Seoul with passing traffic and people waiting to cross the street, South Korea. EschCollection / Getty Images
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