UAE Ranks 10th Best Country for Expats in 2024
UAE Ranked 10th Best Country for Expats to live and Work in 2024
The UAE has been ranked the 10th-best destination for expatriates to live and work, thanks to its high quality of life and abundant job opportunities, according to InterNations’ Expat Insider 2024 report. Leading the global ranking is Panama, followed by Mexico, Indonesia, Spain, and Colombia. Other top 10 destinations include Thailand, Brazil, Vietnam, and the Philippines. This ranking highlights the UAE’s growing appeal among international professionals. The survey by InterNations collected responses from 12,543 individuals across 174 nations and territories, focusing on key aspects such as quality of life, ease of settling in, working abroad, personal finance, and expatriate essentials like digital life, administration, housing, and language.
UAE Highlights
◉ Rankings:
UAE Highlights
◉ Rankings:
- 3rd in Overall Quality of Life
- 1st in Essential Expat Services
- 6th in Working Abroad Opportunities
◉ Expat Essentials:
- Easy to live without knowing the local language
- Excellent online availability of various administrative services
◉ Quality of Life:
- Leading in environmental policies, infrastructure for cars, and political stability
- 12th in healthcare quality and availability ranking
- High ratings for culinary variety, cultural experiences, nightlife, and recreational sports
◉ Working Abroad:
- 76% report moving to the UAE improved their career prospects significantly
- Positive views on the economy and overall job market
- High work culture and employee satisfaction levels
◉ UAE Reforms:
- Golden Visa: 10-year visa for investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals
- Green Visa: 5-year residency for skilled employees without needing a sponsor
- Digital Nomad Visa: 1-year visa for remote workers in various fields
- Retirement Visa: 5-year visa for retirees over 55 years old
◉ Expat Essentials:
- Easy to live without knowing the local language
- Excellent online availability of various administrative services
◉ Quality of Life:
- Leading in environmental policies, infrastructure for cars, and political stability
- 12th in healthcare quality and availability ranking
- High ratings for culinary variety, cultural experiences, nightlife, and recreational sports
◉ Working Abroad:
- 76% report moving to the UAE improved their career prospects significantly
- Positive views on the economy and overall job market
- High work culture and employee satisfaction levels
◉ UAE Reforms:
- Golden Visa: 10-year visa for investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals
- Green Visa: 5-year residency for skilled employees without needing a sponsor
- Digital Nomad Visa: 1-year visa for remote workers in various fields
- Retirement Visa: 5-year visa for retirees over 55 years old
