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France

Economics

 

31st

1st

Overall

FR

28th

Income

FR

26th

Disposable income

FR

30th

Nicer/bigger property

FR

18th

Domestic helper/staff

FR

29th

Swimming pool

FR

17th

More than one property

FR

11th

Nicer Cars

FR

20th

Boat or yacht

FR

16th

More luxurious holidays

FR

31st

Healthcare

FR

1st

Experience

 

31st

1st

Overall

FR

16th

Organising school for my children

FR

8th

Organising finances

FR

19th

Organising healthcare

FR

20th

Finding accommodation

FR

13th

Learning the local language

FR

12th

Getting used to local food

FR

4th

Local weather

FR

7th

Making friends

FR

24th

Local work culture

FR

31st

Setting up utilities

FR

18th

Fitting in the new culture

FR

22nd

Local transport

FR

12th

Enjoying local food

FR

3rd

Local culture

FR

21st

Using the local language

FR

5th

Making local friends

FR

10th

Integrating into the community

FR

10th

Feeling welcome at work

FR

2nd

Local shops and markets

FR

2nd

Social life

FR

24th

Sports

FR

30th

Working environment

FR

21st

Work / life balance

FR

12th

Entertainment

FR

16th

Quality of accommodation

FR

26th

Commuting

FR

26th

Travelling more

FR

29th

Healthcare access and quality

FR

3rd

Healthy diet

FR

2nd

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