This Country Was Ranked Best for Expat Quality of Life for the Third Year in a Row

"And while what that looks like can vary from person to person, certain countries are better known for their top-notch lifestyles than others. Spain was the top country in the world when it came to overall quality of life, according to a new study from InterNations, an expat networking community. The study found the country is so beloved, a whopping 84 percent of expats who move there are happy with their lives, compared to just 67 percent of expats globally."

"In Spain, expats love the weather, culture and nightlife, and opportunities for recreational sports with each ranking first in their respective categories. The country also received high marks for its affordable, quality health care and public transportation. Spain has consistently taken the top spot since 2022. The United Arab Emirates took the second spot on the list thanks to expats feeling safe, "readily available" healthcare, positively-viewed political stability, and a variety of dining options."

"The survey looked at five categories to determine overall quality of life: safety and security, healthcare, leisure options, travel and transit, and environment and climate. In order for a country to be considered, it needed to have at least 50 respondents. As a whole, European destinations made up many of the top 10 countries for overall quality of life. Beyond Spain, Austria came in 4th place, Luxembourg came in 5th place, Czechia came in 8th place, and Portugal came in 10th place."

Spain ranks first globally for expat quality of life, with 84 percent of expats reporting happiness compared with 67 percent globally. Expats in Spain cite weather, culture and nightlife, and recreational sports opportunities; healthcare and public transportation receive high marks. Spain has held the top position since 2022. The United Arab Emirates ranks second, noted for safety, readily available healthcare, political stability, and diverse dining. Panama ranks third with strong leisure, sporting opportunities, and culture and nightlife, rising from 16th to the top five. European top-10 entries include Austria (4th), Luxembourg (5th), Czechia (8th), and Portugal (10th). Kuwait ranks last overall and last in environment, climate, and leisure.

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