The top 10 destinations for British expatriates have been revealed. The United States ranks first, with Spain not on the list.
The revelation comes from migration experts at First Move International, who shared internal data revealing the countries in which it helped the most Britons move between 2022 and 2024.
Commenting on America’s ranking, First Move International said, “America is a diverse place full of opportunity, and is a great place for people still in their education, thinking about starting a business, or simply craving their next adventure.” It is suitable for people at any stage of life, including those who are
“There will also be no language barrier for UK residents, making the transition more manageable.”
Australia ranks second on the UK expat list, with First Move International saying: “Like the US, there is no language barrier for UK expats, making Australia a very attractive opportunity.” He explains.
“Coupled with a climate that is a stark contrast to the UK, it is tempting to travel around the world to find a new home.”
In third place is the UAE, with First Move International stating that “Dubai has become a popular tourist destination in recent years.”
However, it brings some advantages to expatriates. It’s sunny, modern and safe, making it suitable for families. There is no income tax in Dubai, so your take-home pay can be quite high. ”
Top 10 destinations for UK expats revealed – US tops the list
The US is the most popular choice for Britons, with First Move International saying: “The US is a diverse place full of opportunity, suitable for all stages of life.”
According to the data, Canada (4th place) is next on the list for British expatriates, followed by New Zealand (5th place), Cyprus (6th place) and South Africa (7th place).
Singapore ranks eighth, with Saudi Arabia (9th) and the Cayman Islands (10th) the most popular destinations for UK expats.
Based on global Google search data analyzed by 1st Move International, Canada is the number one place in the world to move to.
The North American country became the most searched migration destination out of 74 countries.
For those considering moving to another country, the next most desirable destinations are Australia (2nd place), Spain (3rd place), Germany (4th place) and the United Kingdom (5th place).
Portugal (6th), France (7th joint), New Zealand (7th joint), Netherlands (9th) and Japan (10th) round out the top 10 hot list.
Canada is the most desirable place in the world to move to, based on Google search data analyzed by 1st Move International.