{"id":1954678,"date":"2026-05-25T12:44:02","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T09:44:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1954678"},"modified":"2026-05-25T12:44:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T09:44:02","slug":"these-are-the-worlds-best-countries-to-move-to-and-number-one-is-in-europe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1954678","title":{"rendered":"These are the world\u2019s best countries to move to \u2013 and number one is in Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/15\/60\/1200x675_cmsv2_95c94cb5-2214-56e0-8583-5c130f53c197-9771560.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"abe-2896411-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 m-modeXL-1\" data-nid=\"2896411\" data-cid=\"9771483\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2896411-label-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/14\/83\/189x106_cmsv2_af941858-7f34-5a13-a792-6e72a1295e79-9771483.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"FILE - Argentina&apos;s Lionel Messi lifts the trophy after winning the World Cup final soccer match between Argentina and France at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar.\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Sport<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Qatar exports World Cup know-how as 2026 tournament approaches\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2895545-pos2-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 m-modeXL-1\" data-nid=\"2895545\" data-cid=\"9771828\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2895545-label-pos2-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/76\/77\/01\/189x106_cmsv2_c393578c-1a37-5dc6-90f6-2d2240603b4b-9767701.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Iran\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Iran<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Iran delegation in Qatar seeks deal on frozen assets and Hormuz\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2896482-pos3-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 m-modeXL-1\" data-nid=\"2896482\" data-cid=\"9771881\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2896482-label-pos3-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/18\/81\/189x106_cmsv2_9ad8ea86-aa1c-5249-91dd-729e129c488d-9771881.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ceremony marking reburial of remains of 20th-century Ukrainian military leader Andrii Melnyk. Kyiv region, 25 May, 2026 \" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Europe News<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Ukraine reburies remains of divisive nationalist World War II leader\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2896346-pos4-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 m-modeXL-1 the-media-object--has-video\" data-nid=\"2896346\" data-cid=\"9771171\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2896346-label-pos4-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/11\/71\/189x106_cmsv2_c40e412e-d43f-5259-aae1-1854161bae4d-9771171.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Koike and Tokayev\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Kazakhstan<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Tokyo governor urges capitals to share best practices on Astana visit\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2896411-pos1-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-2 m-modeDesktop-2 m-modeXL-2\" data-nid=\"2896411\" data-cid=\"9771483\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2896411-label-pos1-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/14\/83\/189x106_cmsv2_af941858-7f34-5a13-a792-6e72a1295e79-9771483.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"FILE - Argentina&apos;s Lionel Messi lifts the trophy after winning the World Cup final soccer match between Argentina and France at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar.\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Sport<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Qatar exports World Cup know-how as 2026 tournament approaches\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2895545-pos2-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-2 m-modeDesktop-2 m-modeXL-2\" data-nid=\"2895545\" data-cid=\"9771828\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2895545-label-pos2-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/76\/77\/01\/189x106_cmsv2_c393578c-1a37-5dc6-90f6-2d2240603b4b-9767701.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Iran\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Iran<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Iran delegation in Qatar seeks deal on frozen assets and Hormuz\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2896482-pos3-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-2 m-modeDesktop-2 m-modeXL-2\" data-nid=\"2896482\" data-cid=\"9771881\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2896482-label-pos3-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/18\/81\/189x106_cmsv2_9ad8ea86-aa1c-5249-91dd-729e129c488d-9771881.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ceremony marking reburial of remains of 20th-century Ukrainian military leader Andrii Melnyk. Kyiv region, 25 May, 2026 \" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Europe News<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Ukraine reburies remains of divisive nationalist World War II leader\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2896346-pos4-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-2 m-modeDesktop-2 m-modeXL-2 the-media-object--has-video\" data-nid=\"2896346\" data-cid=\"9771171\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2896346-label-pos4-c-latest-stories-sidebar\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/11\/71\/189x106_cmsv2_c40e412e-d43f-5259-aae1-1854161bae4d-9771171.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Koike and Tokayev\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Kazakhstan<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Tokyo governor urges capitals to share best practices on Astana visit\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"helper-site-row o-article-newsy\">\n<div class=\"helper-site-container o-article-newsy__container\">\n<div class=\"o-article-newsy__main\">\n<header class=\"h-grid o-article-newsy__main__header\">\n<nav aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\" class=\"c-article-breadcrumbs\">\n<div id=\"adb-article-breadcrumb\" class=\"c-article-breadcrumbs__list\">\n<p>                          Travel<\/p>\n<p>                          Destinations<\/p><\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<h1 class=\"c-article-redesign-title\">\n                            These are the world\u2019s best countries to move to \u2013 and number one is in Europe<\/h1>\n<div class=\"c-article-image-video u-position-relative \">\n<div class=\"js-superdiv u-aspect-ratio-16x9 u-position-relative \" data-sponsored=\"Partner content\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"js-poster-img c-article-media__img\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/77\/15\/60\/1536x864_cmsv2_95c94cb5-2214-56e0-8583-5c130f53c197-9771560.jpg\" width=\"1536\" height=\"864\" loading=\"eager\" alt=\"Switzerland was just named the best place for immigrants around the globe\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-caption u-position-absolute\"><i id=\"article-caption-content\" class=\"c-article-caption__content\"><span class=\"c-article-caption__text\"><br \/>\n              Switzerland was just named the best place for immigrants around the globe<br \/>\n                    <span class=\"u-color-white\">&#8211;\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"c-article-caption__copyright\">Copyright\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"c-article-caption__credit\"> Henrique Ferreira\/Unsplash<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-image-copyright c-article-image-copyright--novideo\">\n      Copyright\u00a0 Henrique Ferreira\/Unsplash\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"h-grid o-article-newsy__main__body u-article-content\">\n<div class=\"o-article-newsy__contributors-publication-date\">\n<div class=\"c-article-contributors\">\n  By&amp;nbspDianne Apen-Sadler\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-publication-date\" data-timestamp=\"1779713042\">\n         Published on<br \/>\n            <time datetime=\"2026-05-25 14:44:02 +02:00\">25\/05\/2026 &#8211; 14:44 GMT+2<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-partage-commentaire u-align-items-center u-display-flex\"><span class=\"c-article-partage-commentaire__links u-align-items-center u-display-flex u-justify-content-center js-c-article-partage-commentaire-share\"><span>Share<\/span><\/span><span>Comments<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-partage-commentaire-popup-overlay js-c-article-partage-commentaire-popup-overlay u-display-none\">\n<div id=\"js-c-article-partage-commentaire-popup\" class=\"c-article-partage-commentaire-popup js-c-article-partage-commentaire-popup\">\n<div 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width=\"48\" height=\"48\" alt=\"threads\" class=\"u-show-for-desktop\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"u-display-flex u-gap-1 u-show-for-mobile-only\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/vector\/social-icons\/article-redesign-whatsapp.svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" alt=\"whatsapp\" loading=\"lazy\"><span>Whatsapp<\/span><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/vector\/social-icons\/article-redesign-whatsapp.svg\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" alt=\"whatsapp\" class=\"u-show-for-desktop\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"c-article-summary\">\n        Whether you\u2019re moving as a family or looking to improve your cost of living balance, here\u2019s where you should be heading.<br \/>\n    <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-article-content c-article-content--travel js-article-content\">\n<p>There are plenty of reasons to move abroad, from job prospects and joining your other half to simply wanting to live somewhere with better weather.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-ad u-show-for-mobile-only\">\n<div class=\"c-ad__placeholder\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-ad__placeholder__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/logos\/logo-euronews-stacked-outlined-72x72-grey-9.svg\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-ad u-show-for-desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-ad__placeholder\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-ad__placeholder__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/logos\/logo-euronews-stacked-outlined-72x72-grey-9.svg\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you need a bit of guidance when deciding where to go, we have good news, as Remitly\u2019s Immigration Index 2026 is out now.<\/p>\n<p>The index evaluates 82 countries across 34 metrics, including the cost of living in terms of food, rent, mortgages and purchasing power, culture, education systems, happiness, healthcare, safety and salaries.<\/p>\n<p>In this year\u2019s ranking, Switzerland came out on top overall, having placed second in 2025.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSwitzerland stands out for its exceptional earning potential (ranking first globally for this category); strong healthcare access; high safety standards; and great earning potential,\u201d Remitly wrote in the ranking.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSwitzerland\u2019s appeal is further enhanced by a well-established immigrant community and public utility infrastructure. Scoring highly in newly evaluated metrics such as international school offering and energy provisions has earned Switzerland its top spot.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to picking where to live, but here\u2019s some of the top-rated places across the globe.<\/p>\n<h2>The most immigrant-friendly nations to move to in 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Hot on the heels of Switzerland, Iceland was ranked number two having taken pole position last year.<\/p>\n<p>Remitly praised the Nordic country for its earning potential, safety, and environmental performance, noting that the lower number of international schools explains the drop in ranking.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith strong family-friendly policies and one of the world\u2019s happiest populations, Iceland offers immigrants a high quality of life in a close-knit society,\u201d Remitly added.<\/p>\n<p>Third place went to Luxembourg, thanks to its strong earning potential, high safety levels and excellent public transform, making it hugely attractive to those seeking \u201cstability, mobility and a high standard of living in the heart of Europe\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The only country in the top five overall that is outside of Europe, Australia ranked fourth thanks to its \u201cwelcoming immigrant community, strong earning potential and outdoor-focused lifestyle\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Rounding out the top five is Germany, which Remitly called a \u201cdependable choice for immigrants seeking opportunity within Europe\u2019s largest economy, supported by strong worker protections and long-term career prospects\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The country also is home to some of the most affordable cities to purchase property in.<\/p>\n<h3>The top 10 countries to move to:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Switzerland<\/li>\n<li>Iceland<\/li>\n<li>Luxembourg<\/li>\n<li>Australia<\/li>\n<li>Germany<\/li>\n<li>Ireland<\/li>\n<li>US<\/li>\n<li>Denmark<\/li>\n<li>Norway<\/li>\n<li>Spain<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>The best family-friendly countries<\/h2>\n<p>Looking at family-friendly metrics including the education system, maternity and paternity leave, annual childcare costs, and number of international schools, Spain is in first place.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith a strong social infrastructure, the European nation continues to stand out as a destination for families looking to build stability and opportunity abroad,\u201d Eva Borislavova, Remitly Europe CEO, said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor many, that combination of access, support, and quality of life makes Spain an increasingly compelling choice.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Aside from Spain, only three other European countries made it into the top 10 in this category: The UK in eighth, Iceland in ninth, and Croatia in 10th.<\/p>\n<p>The rest of the top 10 was rounded out by China (second), the US (third), Sri Lanka (fourth), the UAE (fifth), Australia (sixth) and Bangladesh (seventh).<\/p>\n<h2>The countries with the best cost of living balance<\/h2>\n<p>Remitly\u2019s ranking also looked at which countries offer the best cost of living balance by looking at purchasing power, mortgage costs as a percentage of income, the average rent compared to salary, and the average cost of eating out.<\/p>\n<p>Saudi Arabia came out top, with strong wages relative to living costs and lower housing burdens for homeowners. 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id=\"abe-2894643-pos3-mostViewed\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-3 m-modeDesktop-3 m-modeXL-3 the-media-object--has-related the-media-object--no-label\" data-nid=\"2894643\" data-cid=\"9762840\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n<h3 class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Which European countries attract the most tourists?<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2896162-pos4-mostViewed\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-3 m-modeDesktop-3 m-modeXL-3 the-media-object--has-related the-media-object--no-label\" data-nid=\"2896162\" data-cid=\"9770561\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n<h3 class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Which airport was named the best in Europe for 2026?<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2896428-pos5-mostViewed\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-3 m-modeDesktop-3 m-modeXL-3 the-media-object--has-related the-media-object--no-label\" data-nid=\"2896428\" data-cid=\"9771560\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n<h3 class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    These are the best countries to move to around the world<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"articleBody\" data-key=\"articleBody\">There are plenty of reasons to move abroad, from job prospects and joining your other half to simply wanting to live somewhere with better weather.If you need a bit of guidance when deciding where to go, we have good news, as Remitly\u2019s Immigration Index 2026 is out now.The index evaluates 82 countries across 34 metrics, including the cost of living in terms of food, rent, mortgages and purchasing power, culture, education systems, happiness, healthcare, safety and salaries.In this year\u2019s ranking, Switzerland came out on top overall, having placed second in 2025.\u201cSwitzerland stands out for its exceptional earning potential (ranking first globally for this category); strong healthcare access; high safety standards; and great earning potential,\u201d Remitly wrote in the ranking.\u201cSwitzerland\u2019s appeal is further enhanced by a well-established immigrant community and public utility infrastructure. Scoring highly in newly evaluated metrics such as international school offering and energy provisions has earned Switzerland its top spot.\u201dThere\u2019s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to picking where to live, but here\u2019s some of the top-rated places across the globe.The most immigrant-friendly nations to move to in 2026Hot on the heels of Switzerland, Iceland was ranked number two having taken pole position last year.Remitly praised the Nordic country for its earning potential, safety, and environmental performance, noting that the lower number of international schools explains the drop in ranking.\u201cWith strong family-friendly policies and one of the world\u2019s happiest populations, Iceland offers immigrants a high quality of life in a close-knit society,\u201d Remitly added.Third place went to Luxembourg, thanks to its strong earning potential, high safety levels and excellent public transform, making it hugely attractive to those seeking \u201cstability, mobility and a high standard of living in the heart of Europe\u201d.The only country in the top five overall that is outside of Europe, Australia ranked fourth thanks to its \u201cwelcoming immigrant community, strong earning potential and outdoor-focused lifestyle\u201d.Rounding out the top five is Germany, which Remitly called a \u201cdependable choice for immigrants seeking opportunity within Europe\u2019s largest economy, supported by strong worker protections and long-term career prospects\u201d.The country also is home to some of the most affordable cities to purchase property in.The top 10 countries to move to:SwitzerlandIcelandLuxembourgAustraliaGermanyIrelandUSDenmarkNorwaySpainThe best family-friendly countriesLooking at family-friendly metrics including the education system, maternity and paternity leave, annual childcare costs, and number of international schools, Spain is in first place.\u201cWith a strong social infrastructure, the European nation continues to stand out as a destination for families looking to build stability and opportunity abroad,\u201d Eva Borislavova, Remitly Europe CEO, said.\u201cFor many, that combination of access, support, and quality of life makes Spain an increasingly compelling choice.\u201dAside from Spain, only three other European countries made it into the top 10 in this category: The UK in eighth, Iceland in ninth, and Croatia in 10th.The rest of the top 10 was rounded out by China (second), the US (third), Sri Lanka (fourth), the UAE (fifth), Australia (sixth) and Bangladesh (seventh).The countries with the best cost of living balanceRemitly\u2019s ranking also looked at which countries offer the best cost of living balance by looking at purchasing power, mortgage costs as a percentage of income, the average rent compared to salary, and the average cost of eating out.Saudi Arabia came out top, with strong wages relative to living costs and lower housing burdens for homeowners. 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