Portugal has been ranked as the 15th best country to live in for expatriates, according to the Expat Insider 2024 ranking by InterNations. This marks a drop of five places from last year’s ranking. The survey evaluated 53 countries and was led by Panama, followed by Mexico and Indonesia.
Key Statistics
- Portugal is ranked 15th in the Expat Insider 2024 ranking.
- The country dropped five places compared to last year.
- Panama, Mexico, and Indonesia top the list.
- Spain is the highest-ranked European country, in 4th place.
- Portugal excels in quality of life, personal finances, and ease of integration.
- The country faces challenges in career opportunities and bureaucratic processes.
High Quality of Life in Portugal
Portugal continues to perform well in several key indicators. The country ranks 7th in quality of life, 13th in personal finances, and 15th in ease of integration. These factors contribute to Portugal’s appeal among expatriates, despite its drop in the overall ranking.
Challenges for Expats in Portugal
While Portugal excels in many areas, it faces challenges that have affected its ranking. The country received lower scores in the indicators focusing on working abroad and other relevant factors for expatriates, such as housing, digital services, and language barriers. These issues have led to a decrease in overall happiness among expatriates living in Portugal.
Global Ranking Overview
The Expat Insider 2024 ranking includes 53 countries and is based on responses from 12,000 people of 175 nationalities. The top five countries are:
- Panama
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Spain
- Colombia
At the other end of the spectrum, the worst-ranked countries are:
- Kuwait (53rd)
- Turkey (52nd)
- Finland (51st)
Finland experienced the most significant drop, falling from 16th to 51st place due to difficulties in integration and poor evaluations of personal finances.
About InterNations
InterNations, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is one of the largest communities of expatriates in the world, with over 5.3 million members. The Expat Insider survey has been conducted annually since 2014, providing valuable insights into the experiences of expatriates worldwide.
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