In the context of a decrease and slowdown in the process of population growth, as well as due to aggressive natural conditions, some cities in the world are forced to fight for survival, trying by any means to attract new residents. In one case, the city authorities distribute land to everyone who wants to get a new residence permit, in the other - they offer good "lifting" or material support for a certain period. If you had the opportunity to change your surroundings, and even get money for it, where would you want to move. There are indeed cities on earth that are awaiting new residents. And here are just a few of them.
1. Candela, Italy
The population of the once bustling city in the Italian region of Puglia has dropped from 8,000 in the 90s to 2,500 today. Until the 1960s, Candela was called "Little Naples" - the city was full of travelers and merchants. Now, to lure people back to the picturesque medieval village with winding streets and restored palazzo, the city's mayor is offering up to € 2,000 to anyone who wants to relocate. Interested newcomers will have to rent a house in Candela and get a job with an annual salary of at least € 7,500. Only after these conditions are met, the mayor will receive payments in support of the new settlers. The payments will be supplemented by a reduced tax rate for garbage collection and payment for kindergartens.
2. New Haven, Connecticut, USA
New Haven, New England is offering new residents up to $ 10,000 in interest-free use when buying a home or to help cover the costs of building a home. Civil servants, teachers, firefighters and police officers will receive an additional one-time payment of $ 2,500. Students who are part of resettled families, after graduation, are guaranteed a budget place in a city university or college.
3. Alaska, USA
Alaska has a dividend fund that annually allocates 25% of all state oil revenues to improve the quality of life of Alaskans. The conditions are simple: you need to live in Alaska for one year (at the same time, you need to be present in the state for at least 190 calendar days), and have no criminal record. Then you will be able to receive support from the state in the amount of about $ 1200 per year.
4. States of Kansas and Nebraska, USA
If you're ready to build a home from scratch in the Great Plains, you can get 12,000 to 36,000 square feet of land in Kansas or Nebraska free of charge once your development plan is approved, or you can get a discount of $ 5,000 to $ 12,000 for those who are going to build new houses in the city.
5. Marne, Iowa, USA
If you're tired of the hustle and bustle of city life, then the tiny village of Marne in southwest Iowa is the perfect place to stay. This land lives in agriculture - so moving to this area will suit only those who are versed in agriculture and animal husbandry. The local city council allocates land for the construction of a house free of charge.
6. Saskatchewan, Canada
Saskatchewan will deduct up to C $ 20,000 from your tax history if you stay in the city for seven years after graduation.
7. Chile, South America
Chile plans to become a new business capital, therefore, those wishing to start their own business, the city authorities will issue an annual work visa, $ 45,000 to open your business, and will also assist in running a business at first.
8. Kaitangata, New Zealand
Here you will not be offered payments, but they will provide a 50% discount on the purchase of housing or land, which is one of the most environmentally friendly in the world.
9. Albinen village, Switzerland
Truly a piece of paradise with a population of only 250. The government plans to increase the population with payments of 25,000 Swiss francs per adult and 10,000 per child. At the same time, those wishing to settle in Albinen must be under 45 years old, be ready to invest in real estate at least CHF 200,000 and live in the village for at least ten years.
10. Mauritius, East Africa
This paradise island is ready to receive you and pay 20,000 Mauritanian rupees monthly for a year. However, this amount will only be assigned to support your business that you start in Mauritius. Your proposal must be innovative and unique enough to interest the local government.
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