Admit it: You want to move to Europe.
Maybe you’ve started researching ways to move there, or already know that you will be moving there, but as soon as you start reading about the visa process, opening a bank account, and finding an apartment, you feel completely overwhelmed.
But even though you don’t know where to start, your dream of moving abroad never goes away.
And no, you don’t just want to move there to live out a Lizzie McGuire Movie or Emily in Paris montage (though if you do end up exploring Rome on an Italian pop star’s Vespa, honestly great work). You want to move there, work there or study there, and yes, live your best life there. And that’s where I come in - to help you move to Europe as your relocation consultant.
Imagine if you could say goodbye to:
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Frantic, late-night Google searches about visa requirements you missed
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Putting your dream of moving to Europe on hold for another year - or more
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Feeling like you are alone in the process of moving to Europe
The sooner I start helping you with the logistics of your move, the sooner you can become a European happiness statistic:
World Happiness Report, 2023
Of the top 10 happiest countries in the world, 8 are countries in Europe.
U.S. News Best Countries Ranking, Quality of Life subranking, 2022
Out of the top 10 countries with the highest quality of life, 7 are countries in Europe.
The Least and Most Stressful Cities Index, 2021
Out of the 10 least stressful cities in the world, 7 are located in European countries.
*Okay this last one is not based on scientific research, but it is based on my personal observations from living here since 2014.
Europeans just know how to live life, and the rest of us should start taking notes.*
Testimonials
“McKenna was hugely helpful before and during my move to Spain. I always felt I could count on her for good advice.”
She was a knowledgeable resource and always willing to assist me with any questions that came up. She also brought a balance of interpersonal skills and professionalism to her role, and I could really trust her.
Ben Sherman
“McKenna Keyes is a fantastic guide for anyone moving to Europe!”
She was quick and detailed in her responses to all of my questions and so patient with me as I navigated the nerves and learning curve of moving abroad! I got to meet McKenna once I moved to Spain and felt so welcomed by her compassionate hospitality.
Analeigh Horton
“I would absolutely recommend that a friend moving to Europe work with McKenna!”
Her own experience working and studying in multiple European cities makes her well positioned to not only advise, but genuinely empathize with those who are beginning the moving process. Her skills and knowledge serve her well in helping others navigate high stress situations like resettling to a different continent.
McCall Wells
Working with me at a glance:
6 months together
From the visa application to apartment searches, I am with you every step of the way
Each person’s journey and situation is unique, and we structure your package accordingly within a 6 month period.
6 Zoom calls, 60 mins each
You are free to schedule the 6 calls at any time over the 6 months
Because each person will need different levels of support at different stages of their moving journey, you are free to schedule the Zoom calls when you feel it would be most helpful to you.
Direct access to me via email
Get your questions answered quickly, directly by me
You never have to wait until our next call to get help. Do you think your consulate changed their visa requirements? Does it look like the apartment you found might actually be a scam? Send me an email and I am there to help!
Book a free 30-minute consultation call with me to get started
Get your questions answered and find out how we can work together to make your dream of moving to Europe a reality.
I am currently accepting new clients for May 2026
Because I give highly personalized attention to each client with whom I work, I only take on a few clients at a time - be sure to schedule a call now before I am booked out.
Six-month packages start at $497/month, with additional per-person discounts available for couples and families.
McKenna Keyes, Relocation consultant with more than a decade of experience.
After graduating from Yale University in 2014, I knew I wanted to live a life that felt authentic to me, even if it looked different than the lives of everyone else around me. To that end, I moved to Spain on the Fulbright scholarship after college, and over the past decade, I’ve made Europe my home. I’ve done the research and I’ve gone through the overwhelm of bureaucracy, requirements, and “lost in translation” moments - so now you don’t have to.
Not only am I living proof that I know how to successfully move to Europe and live a fulfilling life here, but I am proud to say that since 2016 I have helped hundreds of Americans successfully move to Europe. Your story could be next.
Who is this for?
You have a strong desire to move to Europe, but the process is making you feel confused, frustrated, or overwhelmed. You’re ready to work with someone who can tell you the exact steps to take
You are tired of having your move to Europe feel like a far-off dream that you’ll maybe do someday - you’re ready for someone to show you the steps and guide you through the process so that you can move there soon
You might not know many (or any!) other people who have gone through the process of moving their entire life to a new country, and you’re looking for guidance from someone who has successfully done it before
Frequently Asked Questions
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Unless you are already a citizen of an EU/EEA country, you will need a visa/residence permit to live in any Schengen area country for more than 90 days in a 180 day period. (Also, if that sentence’s terminology sounds confusing to you, that is why hiring a relocation consultant can be so helpful! I explain all that terminology for you so that it is easy to understand.) If you were able to enter a European country without a visa before, I’m willing to bet that is because you were just there on vacation for less than 90 days (and even then, you were considered by the EU to be on a tourist visa, but U.S. citizens are exempt from applying for a tourist visa).
The short answer: Yes. If you want to live, study, work, do anything in a European (Schengen) country for more than 90 days, then you need a visa. And the type of visa you need will depend on your plans for what you want to do in the European country you move to.
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Yes! I have regularly worked with families and couples throughout my career to help them move and start a new adventure in Europe together.
This includes helping identify international schools for the kids and helping both partners apply for the correct visa according to their situations. If one spouse is moving for work, I support the spouse who is moving on the “dependent visa” understand their options in terms of employment, studies, etc.
Also, families and couples enjoy a discount on my 1:1 consulting package! For example, instead of a couple having to pay full-price for both people, packages for couples start at $4500 - that’s 25% off! There are additional discounts for assisting in children’s visas.
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Absolutely! I love helping clients decide what European country or city is the best fit for them and their goals. After living in three European countries and traveling to 18 (and counting!), I have a strong knowledge of various European countries. We will work together to find the best option for you.
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Each person’s situation is unique, and my consulting package is tailored to each client I work with for that reason. Because the visa process alone tends to take a few months, though times always vary, that is why I’ve made my consulting package follow a six-month timeline.
My consulting package focuses on the visa for the first 3 months, and then the second 3 months are to guide you through the rest of the logistical challenges you might face as you prepare to move, such as opening a bank account, finding housing, cell phone plans, etc.
I love assisting clients after they move, too! In that case, you would continue working with me for another 6-month period after your move, in which I would help support you through the challenges (and joys!) that come from transitioning to a new life abroad.
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Yes! In fact, more and more European countries are offering remote work or “digital nomad” visas. Some countries that offer or will soon begin offering these visas include: Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Malta, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Iceland, Montenegro, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, the list goes on…
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I do help with citizenship applications! As a proud dual US-EU citizen and having gone through the citizenship process myself, I would be happy to help you explore what possibilities might be available to you either through ancestry or residency.
