There's Irish people in the south of Europe who consider themselves expats and that they're part of the Irish expat community too. My own interpretation is bas

There's Irish people in the south of Europe who consider themselves expats and that they're part of the Irish expat community too. My own interpretation is based on the underlying intent of someone moving countries. If you're not intent on pursuing citizenship and are there mainly for business or retirement, you're probably going to call yourself an expat. If you're intent on moving, building a life and becoming a citizen then you're an immigrant.