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You’re Not an Expat. You’re an Immigrant.

Are you really an expat… or just an immigrant with a fancy title? Let’s talk about the difference between the terms “expat” and “immigrant”and why that distinction is rooted in classism, racism, and outdated ideas about who “belongs” where. Some people say “expat” is just for temporary workers while “immigrant” is for those who plan to stay long-term. But where do we draw the line—1 year, 10 years, 20? And why do white professionals get called “expats” while workers from literally anywhere else are always labeled “immigrants”? As someone living in Japan, I see how language shapes the way foreigners are treated. This isn’t just about semantics—it’s about privilege, status, and how society perceives outsiders.