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Expat Explorer Survey – 2008 Results
Expat Existence - Overview
Seeking the good life abroad? Then pack your suitcase and head for Singapore, the United Arab Emirates or the United States.
Best overall locations
- Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and the United States are the three countries to emerge as best expat locations overall in our expat survey.
- The United Kingdom and France were amongst the lowest rated destinations, scoring poorly on their levels of luxury and accommodation.
Earning and spending
- Expats spend more whilst still being able to save.
- Over half (58%) of expats surveyed save and invest more than they did in their country of origin.
Comparing their country of residence to their country of origin expats spend:
- Expats spend more whilst still being able to save.
- Over half (58%) of expats surveyed save and invest more than they did in their country of origin.
Comparing their country of residence to their country of origin expats spend:
- 52% more on food.
- 49% more on shopping.
- 45% more on socialising in their new country of residence.
Where six-figure salaries are the norm
- Expats based in Hong Kong and India have the highest salaries in the world; with close to half earning more than £100,000 p.a.
- The highest paying professions were in finance and management with 43% of people in these industries earning a six figure salary.
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