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Germany

Economics

 

31st

1st

Overall

DE

27th

Income

DE

24th

Disposable income

DE

26th

Nicer/bigger property

DE

15th

Domestic helper/staff

DE

25th

Swimming pool

DE

29th

More than one property

DE

28th

Nicer Cars

DE

16th

Boat or yacht

DE

24th

More luxurious holidays

DE

24th

Healthcare

DE

3rd

Experience

 

31st

1st

Overall

DE

12th

Organising school for my children

DE

10th

Organising finances

DE

25th

Organising healthcare

DE

28th

Finding accommodation

DE

30th

Learning the local language

DE

17th

Getting used to local food

DE

20th

Local weather

DE

18th

Making friends

DE

30th

Local work culture

DE

23rd

Setting up utilities

DE

23rd

Fitting in the new culture

DE

30th

Local transport

DE

11th

Enjoying local food

DE

21st

Local culture

DE

25th

Using the local language

DE

4th

Making local friends

DE

23rd

Integrating into the community

DE

16th

Feeling welcome at work

DE

13th

Local shops and markets

DE

8th

Social life

DE

22nd

Sports

DE

18th

Working environment

DE

13th

Work / life balance

DE

8th

Entertainment

DE

17th

Quality of accommodation

DE

19th

Commuting

DE

8th

Travelling more

DE

14th

Healthcare access and quality

DE

1st

Healthy diet

DE

16th

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