🌍 How satisfied are expats living in Germany? 🇩🇪 Did you know? Germany ranks 49th out of 53 countries in the Expat Insider 2023 survey, making it one of the least attractive destinations for expats. But why the dismal rating? Takeaways: 🔍 Challenges Abound: Expats face significant hurdles upon arrival, from navigating the country's digitalization woes to grappling with inflexible bureaucracy and a strained housing market. Adding to the struggle, Germans rank among the bottom 5 for friendliness, leaving many expats feeling isolated and disconnected. 😞 Unhappiness Abounds: With only 64% of expats reporting satisfaction with their life in Germany (compared to 72% globally), it's clear that there's room for improvement. The Ease of Settling In Index, which covers local friendliness and finding friends, ranks Germany at the bottom, highlighting the uphill battle expats face in building a social circle. 🤝 Seeking Connection: A staggering 55% of expats find it challenging to make local friends, while 32% lack a personal support network, contributing to feelings of alienation and homesickness. Unfortunately, this trend isn't new—Germany has consistently struggled in these areas over the past decade. 💼 Bright Spots: Despite the challenges, Germany shines in the Working Abroad Index, boasting a robust job market and high job security, placing it in the global top 5. Expats also appreciate the quality of life, particularly the infrastructure and availability of green goods and services. 🗣️ A Mixed Bag: While Germany offers ample opportunities for career growth and sustainability, expats grapple with the complexities of daily life, from language barriers to bureaucratic hurdles. It's up to all of us in Germany to extend a helping hand to fellow expats, especially those who have recently arrived. Assisting with bureaucracy and facilitating the integration of expats into society is not just a responsibility—it's a testament to our values of inclusivity and community. By fostering a supportive environment for expats, we enrich our cultural tapestry and strengthen our bonds as a global community. Together, let's make Germany a welcoming home for all. 🤝 #ExpatLife #Germany #LivingAbroad https://lnkd.in/euizejnn
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It appears that Germany is not so attractive to expats, ranking 50th out of 53 in the best places for expats. In 2014 when the survey first started it ranked 11th. My first thought was that I find that hard to understand, but thinking more about this, I can see that having a German wife and owning a house, makes this significantly easier than it would be if I were here myself on an expat assignment. Then I look back on my time in other countries and run a quick comparison in my head, sure there are frustrations, but 50th out of 53 (that made it onto the list)? However, there are many circumstances in Germany, where the experience is certainly not user-friendly, often very frustrating, restrictive, and time consuming. I will provide examples and comparisons in a separate post. In the meantime what do other expats in Germany think and feel? https://lnkd.in/d-XECwN4
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"Expats in Germany Are among the Unhappiest & Loneliest Worldwide." Hoping to find some data on how long recruitment processes in Germany take on average, I downloaded the Expat Insider Report 2023. The report is based on a survey conducted by InterNations GmbH. While I am not surprised to read that "[e]xpats have a very hard time making friends, finding housing, and dealing with Germany’s lack of a digital infrastructure," I find the numbers quite shocking: "Germany comes 49th out of 53 in the Expat Insider 2023 survey — ranking among the least attractive expat destinations. When starting life in Germany, expats face big challenges due to the country’s lack of digitalization, the inflexible bureaucracy, and the tense situation in the housing market. On top of that, Germans rank among the bottom 5 least friendly local populations (50th). This might explain why expats are unhappy with their social life and have difficulties making friends. It is therefore hardly surprising that expats in Germany are among the unhappiest worldwide (50th). Overall, 64% of expats are happy with their life in Germany, compared to 72% globally." Those of you who know me are probably already getting tired of me sharing that I am currently writing on the topic. Yesterday I drafted a sub-chapter on "Culture Shock," or cultural adaptation, if you prefer that term. The text is eight pages long, and I first thought I may need to cut down on pages and that I could delete some of the many examples I give. Maybe better not... Hopefully the book will help further generations of expats struggle less when they come to Germany. Stay tuned - I am going to shift up a gear.
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https://lnkd.in/exwWyVFj Interesting observation from the study: Three in ten expats (30%) say that people in Germany are not friendly towards foreign residents (vs. 18% globally), and 55% find it difficult to make local friends (vs. 36% globally). Since 32% also have no personal support network (vs. 24% globally), it does not come as a surprise that about one in three (32%) do not feel at home in Germany (vs. 20% globally). Unfortunately, this has been a trend: in the last decade of the Expat Insider survey, Germany has always ranked among the bottom 10 countries for Finding Friends and the friendliness of the locals. On the positive side, Germany does quite well in the Working Abroad Index (15th). Germany’s job market (4th) and job security (5th) make it into the top 5 worldwide.
Expat Insider 2023: Expats in Germany Are among the Unhappiest & Loneliest Worldwide
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Interesting report on EXPATs ranking for the best and worst countries to live in 2023.
Expat Insider 2023: Where Expats Love (& Hate) Living in 2023
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There's plenty to love about Switzerland, from its picturesque landscapes to the promise of a better quality of life. Expats also enjoy higher salaries, access to top-notch healthcare, and excellent education opportunities 🇨🇭 🙌 However, navigating life as an expat, especially for those from non-European Union/Schengen Area countries like the United States, can come with some challenges 🧳🌎 So, here's a helpful guide revealing the ins and outs of getting to and living in this beautiful country: https://bit.ly/3Kz5aA7 #LivingInSwitzerland #Switzerland #Emigration
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There's plenty to love about Switzerland, from its picturesque landscapes to the promise of a better quality of life. Expats also enjoy higher salaries, access to top-notch healthcare, and excellent education opportunities 🇨🇭 🙌 However, navigating life as an expat, especially for those from non-European Union/Schengen Area countries like the United States, can come with some challenges 🧳🌎 So, here's a helpful guide revealing the ins and outs of getting to and living in this beautiful country: https://bit.ly/3Kz5aA7 #LivingInSwitzerland #Switzerland #Emigration
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While there are countless countries that warmly welcome expats and offer enriching experiences, there are also those that present significant challenges, ranging from safety concerns to economic instability and cultural clashes. Here, we highlight seven countries that expats would be wise to consider avoiding altogether. Destination Danger: 7 Countries Expats Should Steer Clear Of https://hubs.ly/Q02rL6F70
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🌎😬 𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬! Last week, I shared an article about the ten countries where expats feel the most at home but as things do not always go as exptected, let's now have a look in the ten countries where expats are faceing particular challenges. For expats, feeling comfortable in a country is crucial as it can positively impact their job performance, social integration, health, quality of life, and long-term commitment. Currently, Mexico, Spain, and Panama offer expatriates the best conditions for a successful work life and a sense of well-being on site. However, there are also countries where expats face challenges and find it difficult to adapt. I currently live in the (sometimes) challenging country number 5 🤐 🤔 Did you ever live in one of those "worst" 10 countries for expats ? Or do you think that another country should also be in this ranking 🧐 ? BDAE GRUPPE tells you more on the outcome of the survey from the Expat Insider 👇
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Living as an expat has a certain allure to it but is bundled with the reality that expats are often rather transient people, willing to make a move to another place for better opportunities or for other reasons. In this article I discuss a little bit about what it's like to be one of the few expats who has ridden out the pandemic in China while seeing off a number of colleagues. It's at times like these I can't help but ask: who's right? Them for leaving or me for staying? https://lnkd.in/gChJaVNm
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The United States of America, often hailed as the land of opportunity, has long attracted expatriates from all corners of the globe. Spread across 50 states, its no wonder that its diverse culture, thriving economy, and countless opportunities, ensure so many individuals choose to make the USA their new home. As international removals experts, Burke Bros Moving Group can help with removals to any worldwide destination, including removals to the US. In this blog we’ll explore some of the key advantages that draw expats to the USA and why it remains a top destination for those seeking a fresh start: https://lnkd.in/dKyXfV86 #RemovalsToUSA #InternationalMoving #InternationalShipping #MovingToTheUSA
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