It's official! Dubai has secured the top spot globally as the preferred city for expat migration. According to a survey by financial services provider Remitly, Dubai ranks first on the wish lists of people from 60 countries worldwide, including Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States, as the desired destination for relocation. This ranking is based on a year's worth of Google search data.
Remitly conducted an analysis of Google search data for the phrase 'move to [city]' in 164 countries across the globe. They then generated a comprehensive ranking solely based on how many countries favoured moving to a particular city above all others. Based on this analysis, Dubai is globally recognised as an exceptionally appealing place to reside all thanks to its ultramodern architecture, lively nightlife scene, year-round sunshine and plentiful employment opportunities.
Dubai is an excellent choice for individuals seeking a new beginning in a city where it's effortless to connect and build friendships with people from diverse backgrounds around the globe. It presents itself as the perfect destination for those looking to start anew.
In terms of the ranking, Miami secures the second position with interest from people in 12 countries wanting to relocate there. Paris follows as the third choice, drawing interest from individuals in 10 countries. New York, Singapore, and Madrid share the fourth spot, with people from 8 countries considering a move to these cities.