Heart and Journey: How Web3 Builds Its Global Presence?
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Heart and Journey: How Web3 Builds Its Global Presence?
This discussion mainly covers two aspects about Run: one is the "body method," detailing the approach to going overseas; the other is the "mind method," focusing on psychological development and how to overcome inner demons.
Navigating Web3 tides with focused insightsThis discussion focuses on two aspects of "Run" (overseas relocation): one is the “body method,” referring to practical strategies for going abroad; the other is the “mind method,” meaning psychological preparation and overcoming inner demons.
Everyone in the Web3 industry has different circumstances. The guests shared their personal journeys for your reference.
The following is a transcript整理 from a Twitter Space session. The link to the original Twitter Space is:
https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1YpJkZmVemXGj?s=20
1. The Journey of Run
2. The Mind Method of Run
3. The Body Method of Run
1. The Journey of Run
Crypto V(☸️, ☸️)
@thecryptoskanda
If you're a student, you can take a relatively gentle path to build your personal capabilities—such as earning a degree, securing internships, and exploring future career options through internships. In the short term, this approach won't expose you to too many challenges.
Lilith Li
@LilithLiJapan
My original purpose for going abroad was studying overseas. The route I took was first entering under a student visa by enrolling in a school or language program, then transitioning to a work visa, followed by upgrading to a Highly Skilled Professional visa, and finally applying for permanent residency.
At minimum, this process takes about three to five years. If you don’t care about obtaining a formal degree, it could be even faster. I spent two years studying here, then did exchange programs in the UK and Canada before returning, which made the whole process quite time-consuming. After obtaining my work visa, I wanted more flexibility, so I aimed for the Highly Skilled Professional visa. When we talk about "going overseas," you might also consider establishing a company in a country to qualify for an investor-manager visa.
I highly recommend starting with a student visa. Pay some tuition fees upfront to stabilize your status and secure a one-to-several-year visa first.
Minion (GM, Jo Sun) in Amsterdam
@0xminion
I moved to Australia at age 13 or 14. Half of my life has been in China, and half in Australia. This experience is very unique. I don't seek stability—I’m more of a gambler. Over roughly five years, I’ve changed teams or companies around seven times.
I've lived in Melbourne, Beijing, Hong Kong, and traveled across various parts of the world. Such mobility is rare in many industries. I don’t focus on how long someone stayed somewhere. What matters most is your personal development and what you want to do. Once you know your goal, switching ten companies within eleven years wouldn’t surprise me. It’s all part of pursuing your objective—everything in between is just experience, not sacrifice.
Leon
@chiuchikwan
I went overseas in 2014 and have been studying in New Zealand since university. Going abroad requires considering many factors: first, your parents’ situation; second, how much capital you have to support your move. How will you resolve visa issues and daily living costs? Living expenses exist wherever you go. My suggestion is to carefully assess your financial resources before deciding to leave.
2. The Mind Method of Run
Antoniayly
@antoniayly
First, crypto itself is a high-risk industry and profession—it acts as a layer of leverage. Physically relocating overseas introduces another major uncertainty, adding yet another layer of leverage. So you’re stacking leverage upon leverage.
One scenario is when you already possess strong ambition and drive, and believe that this motivation and career trajectory offer relatively certain returns—this effectively reduces your leverage.
The second state is when you are already fulfilled—emotionally and materially. You feel your life simply needs enhancement—broadening horizons or meeting new people. I think under these two conditions, going overseas will feel more comfortable.
Another group includes post-2000s or those born around 1998 who’ve just graduated. They urgently need professional validation—a foundation for their lives—and often work in investment or consulting fields requiring access to the frontlines of information chains. Most of them aren’t in particularly poor conditions, which enables their decision to go overseas.
Crypto V(☸️, ☸️)
@thecryptoskanda
In terms of financial requirements, unless you have at least $200,000 USD in assets, developed countries like Australia and New Zealand are basically out of reach. Your realistic options may only be Thailand or Vietnam. It's possible to scrape by with less, but not advisable.
@Eliadebitcoin
This industry accepts only one type of person—it doesn’t demand high ethical standards,
but demands you stay clean, not complicated.
Why are there so few such people in China? Because local cultural education tends to complicate individuals.
People become impure, unclean. But if you act cleanly and sincerely pursue something, the entire world will bless you. I often tell my friends: whatever they need from me, I give freely—money, help, anything. Before going overseas, examine your original intention. If it's twisted or unclear—if you're not clean—you’ll eventually lose in this industry.
Eliade
@Eliadebitcoin
The skill barrier in this industry is extremely low. In China, launching a token might seem like a huge deal, but overseas it’s as easy as breathing. The threshold for creating assets is now so low that once you figure things out, stepping overseas becomes straightforward.
Stella Xu
@bella98255
During my graduate studies, I secured investment to start a trading company in Australia, later worked domestically managing traditional funds, and eventually transitioned into crypto. For professionals like us who’ve always worked in finance, the ceiling overseas is vastly higher.
Given Shanghai’s current environment, my primary concern was whether being sent to a quarantine facility would negatively impact my work efficiency. My mindset shifted completely—I now prioritize work and career above all else. As long as you have sufficient funds, going overseas ensures this priority.
There are indeed many recent graduates with little experience jumping into overseas moves without preparation. I believe such cases require caution—they carry significant risks.
3. The Body Method of Run
Leon
@chiuchikwan
For Australian or New Zealand work visas, having around 200,000 RMB (~$28,000 USD) allows you to establish a company—either alone or with a friend. With a signed contract, surviving in New Zealand or Australia on 200,000 RMB is entirely feasible. Once settled, you can open bank accounts and cryptocurrency accounts.
Eliade
@Eliadebitcoin
In Dubai, obtaining a two-year visa costs approximately 30,000 RMB (~$4,200 USD). As a tourist city, Dubai is highly open—most locals are Arab or Emirati, and native UAE citizens are few. This openness makes the process smooth and affordable.
Hu Shen Lucas
@Crimson__Vulpes
The biggest mistake many students make when going overseas is merely completing their degree without actively pursuing internships or understanding the job market. By graduation, after experiencing life abroad, returning to China creates a stark contrast. Therefore, once you leave, do everything possible to stay.
Domestically, employers respect returnees who’ve gained substantial international experience and qualifications—not those who simply return after studying abroad with nothing to show. This choice profoundly impacts your future. One solution I discovered is obtaining Singaporean citizenship.
After acquiring Singapore PR, you can apply for citizenship within just two years. Thus, moving to Singapore first, then using that passport to enter the U.S., is faster than directly applying for a U.S. green card.
For Chinese nationals, especially those from universities like Beihang or HIT involved in defense-related fields, visa applications are often denied at customs.
Even if you graduate from Harvard or Stanford, receive offers from Google or Facebook, entering the U.S. still means competing with Indians for H-1B visas and enduring lengthy green card backlogs—taking six to eight years, sometimes up to a decade. Some even resort to marrying locals to stay.
But if you reside in Singapore for four years and obtain citizenship, you can then enter the U.S. on a special occupation visa. This highlights the advantage of small nations.
What if you dislike Southeast Asia? Europe offers numerous scholarship programs for international students. You can apply to schools—even non-top-tier ones—that fully fund your education. After graduation, leverage local networks to find jobs across Europe and eventually obtain an EU passport.
While not as powerful as Singaporean or Hong Kong passports, an EU passport grants access to free and politically open societies—achieving your core goal.
These two paths represent legitimate academic routes to relocation. But what if you’ve already completed graduate studies and can’t study again?
No problem. Take the EU, for example—it’s massive, with dozens of countries each offering unique policies. My friends and I researched dozens of options across various nations.
Among them, my favorite is Cyprus. Its policy is surprisingly simple: buy property, pay a small fee, and obtain an EU passport. With this passport, you can work anywhere in the EU. Even a shoebox apartment under eight square meters, costing less than 150,000 RMB, can grant you full EU citizenship.
As long as your English is strong and your resume compelling, finding work becomes achievable.
For those with limited funds, the EU offers the best pathway. I don’t recommend the U.S. or Canada—they treat everyone like potential illegal immigrants.
Crypto V(☸️, ☸️)
@thecryptoskanda
Other options include Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Vanuatu—essentially countries selling passports. However, these aren’t very useful. For instance, Saint Kitts requires a $200,000 donation to a national development fund, or $190,000 to a hurricane relief fund per person. While these passports allow visa-free travel to many countries, they cannot be used to open bank accounts.
Antoniayly
@antoniayly
Cyprus allows unrestricted work and residence across all EU member states. Many entrepreneurs choose it due to favorable tax incentives, making it a financial haven. Combined with its pleasant climate and scenery, I find it highly cost-effective.
Crypto V(☸️, ☸️)
@thecryptoskanda
Nowadays, there are some indirect pathways. One is Australia’s Subclass 489 visa—regional migration. "Regional areas" refer to locations outside major coastal cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast.
These regions often boast beautiful scenery and significantly lower living costs. Staying for two years qualifies you directly for permanent residency. Another option is Tasmania—an island state of Australia, analogous to Hainan in China. The 489 visa, technically labeled as a skilled migration scheme, practically allows anyone—even someone running a steamed bun shop—for two years to obtain residency. No university degree or specific qualifications are required.
Consider taking unconventional routes instead of targeting Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane.
Lilith Li
@LilithLiJapan
I recommend Japan—it's truly affordable. Whether investing, buying property, or studying, current costs are relatively low. I came during an earlier period when the exchange rate was 8 CNY/JPY. Now it's around 5.1–5.2, making everything significantly cheaper compared to before.
Japanese investment immigration comes in multiple forms—property purchase or business establishment—but the environment can't compare to Canada or the U.S. Everything in Japan is smaller. A house purchased for the same price in the U.S. might be spacious, whereas in Japan, it may only be a tiny apartment.
To establish a company in Japan for investment-based residency, you need 5 million JPY in capital—known as the Investor/Business Manager Visa. Renewal depends on annual financial performance and is granted year-by-year. There's also eligibility for permanent residency in Japan.
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