If you're planning to move to a new country for the sake of your career, you should keep an eye on Europe or the GCC.
That’s according to a new report from HSBC, which found that 2 of the top 5 countries for expat workers were GCC countries.
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1. Germany: True to its reputation for efficiency, the European powerhouse was deemed a hub for career progression, with 65 percent describing it as productive. (Shutterstock)
2. Bahrain: Bahrain soars 10 places this year to dominate the second position on HSBC's list. 77% of expat workers reported better earnings prospects in Bahrain than in their home country. (Shutterstock)
3. UK: Despite Brexit blues, the U.K. moved up six places this year to claim third place among the most desirable countries for expats. (Shutterstock)
4. UAE: 95% of expats in the UAE reported receiving benefits as part of their employment package — the highest level in the world — while 73% said their earnings prospects were better than in their home country. (Shutterstock)
5. Switzerland: A consistently strong destination for expat workers, the country scored especially well with regard to career progression. 62% of survey respondents, said the country offered a good environment for their professional development. (Shutterstock)
6. Sweden: Although Sweden ranked 6th, expats who participated in the survey all agreed that it’s the best destination for work/life balance. (Shutterstock)
7. Singapore saw a drop this year, missing out on the top five to take its place among the final 10. (Shutterstock)
8. US: The United States made a progress this year by ranking among the top 10 destinations for expat workers. (Shutterstock)
9. Canada: Although Canada is one of the top choices for Arabs in terms of immigration, the expats who participated in this survey didn't agree on placing it among the top 5 countries. (Shutterstock)
10. Hong Kong: Hong Kong is the only South Asian country who made it to the top 10 countries for expat workers. Expats in Hong Kong believe that they can progress in their careers in this fast-paced country. (Shutterstock)
1. Germany: True to its reputation for efficiency, the European powerhouse was deemed a hub for career progression, with 65 percent describing it as productive. (Shutterstock)
2. Bahrain: Bahrain soars 10 places this year to dominate the second position on HSBC's list. 77% of expat workers reported better earnings prospects in Bahrain than in their home country. (Shutterstock)
3. UK: Despite Brexit blues, the U.K. moved up six places this year to claim third place among the most desirable countries for expats. (Shutterstock)
4. UAE: 95% of expats in the UAE reported receiving benefits as part of their employment package — the highest level in the world — while 73% said their earnings prospects were better than in their home country. (Shutterstock)
5. Switzerland: A consistently strong destination for expat workers, the country scored especially well with regard to career progression. 62% of survey respondents, said the country offered a good environment for their professional development. (Shutterstock)
6. Sweden: Although Sweden ranked 6th, expats who participated in the survey all agreed that it’s the best destination for work/life balance. (Shutterstock)
7. Singapore saw a drop this year, missing out on the top five to take its place among the final 10. (Shutterstock)
8. US: The United States made a progress this year by ranking among the top 10 destinations for expat workers. (Shutterstock)
9. Canada: Although Canada is one of the top choices for Arabs in terms of immigration, the expats who participated in this survey didn't agree on placing it among the top 5 countries. (Shutterstock)
10. Hong Kong: Hong Kong is the only South Asian country who made it to the top 10 countries for expat workers. Expats in Hong Kong believe that they can progress in their careers in this fast-paced country. (Shutterstock)
