The top places for remote work
Explore the world’s top locations to work remotely.
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Find the ideal destination for you
Perhaps high internet speeds are essential for you. Or you may prefer a lower cost of living. Whatever your priorities, we provide the guidance you need.
A broad set of factors informed the tool’s design so it serves a wide audience. You will see national capitals and major destinations here, along with a few unexpected entries.
Move the sliders to reflect your preferences and priorities, then view a personalised list of top locations.
Top spots for remote workers
Remote work lets you operate from anywhere, not only from home. Yet ‘anywhere’ covers a vast range of possibilities. With so many options, how should you decide? We examined locations worldwide to identify the top destinations for remote workers. Our research assessed thousands of places against seven principal factors:
Openness
How friendly are local populations, and how transparent are the authorities?
Cost of living
How do living costs compare between different locations?
Safety
Which locations allow remote workers to live and work securely?
Quality of life
Which places have the happiest residents?
Internet infrastructure
Which areas offer the quickest and most dependable internet services?
Attractiveness
Which natural, urban, cultural and other attributes make a destination appealing?
Inflation
How stable are the economic conditions locally?
Incentives for remote workers
Which places provide incentives—such as cash bonuses or dedicated visas—to attract remote workers?