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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 the survey. The UK and France were amongst the lowest rated destinations, scoring poorly on their levels of luxury and accommodation.

Earning and spending
Despite the current economic climate, expats spend more whilst still being able to save. Over half (58%) of expats save and invest more than they did in their country of origin. 52% also spend more on food, 49% more on shopping and 45% more on socialising in their new country of residence.

Where six-figure salaries are the norm
Hong Kong and India based expats 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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