HSBC International has today released the results from its Expat Explorer survey. This is probably the largest ever worldwide survey of expatriates and it contains some interesting information, and some surprises. Some highlights:
- Lowest-rated expatriate destinations for lifestyle include the UK and France
- Singapore rated highly for quality of accommodation
- Brazilian, Irish and Australian expats are the wealthiest
Paul Say, Head of Marketing and Communications at HSBC Bank International, said:
“The global expat community is vast and living in foreign countries means expats don’t often have the normal outlets to express their viewpoints. This survey has allowed us to delve into the lives of these expats on an unprecedented scale and reveal some fascinating trends into how life differs from country to country.”
Top ranked countries
| Rank | Accommodation | Earn & Save | Longevity | Luxury |
| 1st | Singapore | India | Netherlands | UAE |
| 2nd | US | Hong Kong | Germany | Singapore |
| 3rd | Belgium | Singapore | US | India |
See more information and the results here: www.offshore.hsbc.com/expatsurvey
UPDATE: Read our new information on popular expatriate destinations.