This article looks at how to get Japanese citizenship by descent. We start by looking at Japan as a whole, why it’s different, and how the Japanese approach to immigration and naturalization differs from other countries. By understanding this first, and the mindset behind it, you can better understand the requirements and limitations of the […]
This article discusses the ten most expensive cities in the world for expat living. Not all expats crave affordability and modest living. Some want all the nice things in life no matter where they go. If you’re a high-net-worth individual looking for the most expensive cities with the highest standard of living, this article is […]
For most people, taxes are an unavoidable cost of living in a country. For globally mobile high-net-worth individuals, they are a variable that can be planned and optimized. Taxes such as income, property, and sales taxes vary significantly across countries, allowing these individuals to structure where they live, work, and hold property to align with […]
Dateline: Tokyo, Japan The flight in from Hong Kong was about as smooth as one can get, even if the business class seats on Japan Airlines were a bit worse for wear. I spent the weekend in Hong Kong meeting with some of the best and the brightest Members of our private mastermind and flew […]
Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Here in Kuala Lumpur’s Pavilion Mall, there is a area called “Tokyo City” which offers a wide assortment of Japanese style food and products imported from Japan. The “anchor” tenant of this mini-mall is a store that sells everything for 5 Malaysian ringgit (US$1.56). Talking to one of the people who […]
Last updated February 10, 2021 Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia In this day and age, having fast internet is a necessity. Whether you’re a serious location independent entrepreneur, running a local business, or just a casual surfer, slow internet is a real drag. It’s bad for business, and in today’s connected world, it can cause stress […]
Reporting from: Tokyo, Japan Japan has a rich history. More than a millennium of history has shaped its unique culture today. Centuries ago, it enjoyed the distinct advantage of its island geography to keep out invaders, a distinct advantage over the Chinese who were constantly fighting off invading hordes. But that insulation left the underworked […]
We recently shared five countries running budget surpluses. While a new list of sovereign players are emerging with their fiscal house in order, there is still the list of those who continue to deficit spend their way into the poorhouse. And as we know, you as their citizen are the one who will pay the […]
For me, the vastly changing world economy is so obvious. That’s why we focus on global megatrends that explain just how the future will play out. This century will see a powerful shift in economic power as well as a greater balance of power for one key reason: population trends. One look at a world […]
Find answers to some of the most common questions regarding Nomad Capitalist, what we do and how we can help.
Nomad Capitalist is a boutique consulting firm that has guided more than 1,500 clients from over 100 countries in obtaining second passports and citizenships, relocating strategically, building offshore wealth structures, and exploring legal pathways to reduce tax exposure.
The firm does not provide specific legal or tax advice, but offers expert insight and strategic resources designed to help clients pursue greater freedom, international diversification, and financial independence.
We must adhere to OFAC regulations (Office of Foreign Assets & Control). We will also soon be adhering to the following standards: KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering).
There are no hidden costs. Your budget spells out exactly what is included and what is not. Planning and implementation are priced separately: the planning fee covers the creation of your plan, and implementation has its own fee based on the final scope of work.
We do not bill by the hour — fees are fixed and agreed in advance.
We cannot guarantee government, bank, vendor, legal, residency, citizenship, passport, or real estate outcomes with 100 percent certainty. What we can do is help select realistic options, prepare a strong file, coordinate the right vendors, avoid avoidable mistakes, and keep the process moving with the highest possible chance of success.
We adhere to strict GDPR rules and regulations. Client information is treated as confidential and can only be shared with properly authorized people or organizations.
The company has cybersecurity and confidentiality standards covering sensitive and protected information, restricted AI use with client data, access controls, and compliance documentation.
Compliance checks may include screening for risk indicators and escalation if there are signs of tax non-compliance, fraud, or criminal concerns.
We do not look at tax, immigration, banking, asset protection and lifestyle as separate decisions. Unlike a single tax advisor, lawyer or immigration specialist, Nomad Capitalist architects the whole plan: we design the roadmap, bring in the right specialists and make sure every piece works together.