Bahrain Named 9th Best Destination for Expats by InterNations Survey
Bahrain has been ranked as the ninth best destination for expats, according to a report by global expat network InterNations.
The report, which is based on a survey of 12,065 respondents from 171 nationalities living in 172 countries, evaluated countries based on various factors such as ease of getting a visa, dealing with local authorities, and opening a bank account.
Mexico topped the list, followed by Spain, Panama, Malaysia, and Taiwan.
In the Middle East, Bahrain was the highest-ranked country, with the UAE coming in at 11th place, Oman at 12th, and Saudi Arabia at 28th.
Qatar was ranked 31st, while Kuwait came in at 53rd.
South Korea, Germany, South Africa, Italy, and Japan were among the worst destinations for expats, according to the survey.
Bahrain performed particularly well in the Expat Essentials Index, which covers housing, administration, language, and digital life.
The country topped the list in all four categories, with the UAE and Saudi Arabia coming in second and ninth respectively.
Expats in Bahrain praised the ease of getting high-speed internet access and the low language barrier.
In the Quality of Life index, Bahrain ranked 20th, while Saudi Arabia and Kuwait came in at 40th and 53rd respectively.
The Ease of Settling In Index, which focuses on local friendliness, ease of finding friends, and culture, saw Bahrain come in at ninth place.
In the Working Aboard Index, which includes career prospects, salary, job security, and work culture, Bahrain secured the 19th ranking.
In the Personal Finance index, Bahrain came in at 27th, with Saudi Arabia ranked 22nd and Qatar placed at 46.
Overall, 71% of expats in Bahrain reported being happy and content with their life, which reflects the global average of 72%.
The report provides valuable insights for expats looking to relocate to a new country, as well as for governments and businesses looking to attract and retain talent.
Mexico topped the list, followed by Spain, Panama, Malaysia, and Taiwan.
In the Middle East, Bahrain was the highest-ranked country, with the UAE coming in at 11th place, Oman at 12th, and Saudi Arabia at 28th.
Qatar was ranked 31st, while Kuwait came in at 53rd.
South Korea, Germany, South Africa, Italy, and Japan were among the worst destinations for expats, according to the survey.
Bahrain performed particularly well in the Expat Essentials Index, which covers housing, administration, language, and digital life.
The country topped the list in all four categories, with the UAE and Saudi Arabia coming in second and ninth respectively.
Expats in Bahrain praised the ease of getting high-speed internet access and the low language barrier.
In the Quality of Life index, Bahrain ranked 20th, while Saudi Arabia and Kuwait came in at 40th and 53rd respectively.
The Ease of Settling In Index, which focuses on local friendliness, ease of finding friends, and culture, saw Bahrain come in at ninth place.
In the Working Aboard Index, which includes career prospects, salary, job security, and work culture, Bahrain secured the 19th ranking.
In the Personal Finance index, Bahrain came in at 27th, with Saudi Arabia ranked 22nd and Qatar placed at 46.
Overall, 71% of expats in Bahrain reported being happy and content with their life, which reflects the global average of 72%.
The report provides valuable insights for expats looking to relocate to a new country, as well as for governments and businesses looking to attract and retain talent.
