7 Best EU countries for young professionals to work and migrate

Highlights: 7 EU countries for young professionals to migrate and work

• Seven European Union countries are among the top 20 places that young professionals want to move to.
• The countries are ranked based on their popularity of people moving there.
• Several reasons influence young professionals for moving abroad, such as healthcare system, cost of living, political environment, and cultural experiences.

 

In a recent survey conducted by Preply, it has been revealed that more number of young professionals, aged 18 to 26 are considering the thought of living abroad, with a particular focus on European Union Countries. Notably, there are seven EU countries that are included in the list of top 20 destinations that these young professionals are considering for moving abroad.

 

List of the EU countries among top 20 destinations

The list of EU countries among the top 20 destinations young professionals want to move to and their rankings are given below:

Rank	List of countries
4	Netherlands
7	Switzerland
8	Italy
9	Germany
10	Ireland
11	Sweden
13	Spain
16	France
17	Finland

 

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Motivations behind the move

Participants in the survey have given several reasons for their interest in moving abroad, in which, cost of living and political environment were given as primary factors influencing their decisions. Additionally, another reason was the availability of universal healthcare influencing their decision. The survey also revealed that these young professionals desire to move abroad was not influenced by digital nomad influencers, and only 28% of respondents acknowledged that their decision to relocate could have been influenced by these platforms.

 

Over one-third of the surveyed people told about their plans of living overseas permanently. 87% stated that their desire to live abroad is either growing or remaining constant, and another two-thirds of respondents expressed their intent to start a family in their chosen foreign locations.

 

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Migration to Europe on the rise

Apart from the demographic of young professionals, people of all ages are increasingly migrating to Europe in order to find better job opportunities and living conditions. The use of English in European institutions has played a crucial role, ensuring that language is not a significant barrier for expatriates.

 

Work-life balance is highlighted as one of the factors, it is essential to understand that it is just one among many influencing individuals' decisions.

 

In conclusion, the survey reveals the growing interest among young professionals to explore life beyond their borders, with the European Union emerging as a main point for their relocation. The diverse appeal of European countries contributes in making these countries attractive destinations for those seeking a change in both professional and personal lives.

 

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