The Top Country Where Expats Love Their Jobs

A big survey by InterNations asked over 12,500 people living in other countries about their work. Denmark came out as the number one place where expats are happiest with their jobs.

Why Denmark is Great for Work

1. Good work-life balance: 84% of expats in Denmark like how they can balance work and free time.

2. Shorter work hours: People in Denmark work about 39 hours a week, which is less than other countries.

3. Happy workers: Expats really enjoy the work culture in Denmark.

Top 10 Countries for Happy Expat Workers

1. Denmark

2. Saudi Arabia

3. Belgium

4. Netherlands

5. Luxembourg

6. United Arab Emirates

7. Australia

8. Mexico

9. Indonesia

10. Austria

More About the Top 5

1. Denmark: Best for work-life balance and work culture.Consistently ranks as one of the happiest countries in the world.

2. Saudi Arabia: Good for career growth, but longer work hours.

3. Belgium: Great job security and flexible work options.

4. Netherlands: Known for good work-life balance, like Denmark.

5. Luxembourg: High salaries and good career opportunities.

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Denmark: A Happy Country Overall

It’s important to note that Denmark is often called one of the happiest countries in the world. This is not just about work, but also about life in general.

Real-Life Story

An American teacher who moved to Denmark says she now has:

– Shorter work weeks

– More vacation time

– Better pay

– Good healthcare

– Affordable childcare

Other Top Countries

Saudi Arabia is good for career growth, but people work longer hours there. Belgium offers job security and lets many people work from home.

Best Overall Country for Expats

While Denmark is best for work, Panama was named the best country for expats overall. This includes things like quality of life and how easy it is to settle in.

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WR News Writer

WR News Writer is an engineer turned professionally trained writer who has a strong voice in her writing. She speaks on issues of migrant workers, human rights, and more.

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