There are many reasons why Britons choose to live abroad, whether they want guaranteed sunshine, to experience a new culture or immerse themselves in a different lifestyle.
But where is the best place to relocate? New research has found the world's most popular destinations, with the UAE beating European countries.
Some 61 per cent of Britons have considered relocating, according to a survey by Ignite SEO, and the UAE was praised for having no income tax, offering a luxurious lifestyle, and being an English-speaking country. It also boasts pleasant winter temperatures, between 20°C and 29°C.
Europe dominated the remainder of the top five, with Portugal, Spain, Malta and Cyprus proving popular among expats.
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Top 10 countries for British expats 2025
- United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Abu Dhabi)
- Portugal
- Spain
- Malta
- Cyprus
- Georgia
- Panama
- Costa Rica
- Mauritius
- Uruguay
Portugal and Spain both ranked highly for strong expat communities, but cons include "rising rents" for Portugal and "slow bureaucracy" for Spain.
CEO of Ignite SEO London, Adam Collins, said: "This survey shows a clear trend: Britons aren’t just looking for sunshine - they’re looking for financial breathing space.
"While Dubai offers a glamorous zero-tax lifestyle, countries like Georgia and Uruguay are becoming unexpected contenders thanks to simple tax systems and generous residency options."
Indeed, the biggest motivator for expats moving abroad was lower taxes (47 per cent), with better weather (41 per cent), lower cost-of-living (32 per cent) and a good work/life balance (29 per cent) following as important reasons.
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Portugal was named the best in Europe for expats to move to
| GETTYLooking for more options ahead of your move? Research found the happiest European country for expats to move to.
Sweden, Poland and Hungary made the top three. Sweden is a popular choice for expats thanks to a good work-life balance, great healthcare and a high quality of life.
It also has lots of options for nature lovers, with vast forests, scenic lakes and glaciated mountains. Spain and Portugal - both popular options with British expats - rounded out the top five happiest countries.
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