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Expat Insider 2024: The Latest Insights into Life Abroad

After passing the 10-year milestone last year, we’re excited to bring you the 11th edition of our Expat Insider survey. As one of the largest of its kind, the survey is a chance to gain insights into the expat experience, from the first days of settling in to building a life in a foreign country.

In early 2024, more than 12,500 expats from around the world shared with us their thoughts on what it’s like to live and work abroad. They represented 175 nationalities living in 174 countries or territories.

So, step into the results — from infographics to destination guides — and find out where expats feel the most at home, where your wallet will get you the furthest, and more!

Expat City Ranking 2024

Discover the best (and worst) cities for expats in 2024. And find out where to go if you’re looking for a high-quality of life, plenty of career opportunities, and more.

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Country Rankings & Reports

Want to know the top (and bottom) destinations for expats in 2024? Check out our article on the best places, have a look at the results of our five topical indices, and find out more about the survey demographics and methodology.

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Destination Reports

Interested in the results of a specific country or territory? Below, we’ve reports on 21 different expat destinations, from Austria to Vietnam. Find out more about expat life worldwide!

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