The top 10 destinations for British expats have been revealed – and it’s the US that tops the list.
Relocation experts at 1st Move International shared internal data that revealed the countries the company helped Brits move into the most between 2022 and 2024.
The US is the most popular choice for Britons, with 1st Move International saying: ‘The US is a diverse place full of opportunity, suitable for any stage of life, whether you’re still in education, looking to start a business, or simply looking forward to your next adventure.
‘The lack of a language barrier for UK residents also makes the transition more manageable.’
Australia is second on the list for UK expats, with 1st Move International explaining: ‘Similar to the US, the lack of a language barrier for UK residents makes Australia an incredibly attractive opportunity.
“Combined with the weather, a stark contrast to the UK, traveling across the world to find your new home is irresistible.”
In third place is the UAE, with 1st Move International saying: ‘Dubai has become a popular tourist destination in recent years.
‘However, it offers expatriates several advantages. It is sunny, modern and safe, making it suitable for families. Dubai also has no income tax, making your take home income significantly higher.’
The top 10 destinations for British expats have been revealed – and it’s the US that tops the list
The US is the most popular choice for Brits, with 1st Move International saying: ‘The US is a diverse place full of opportunity, suitable for any stage of life’
The data reveals that Canada is next on the list for British expats (fourth), followed by New Zealand (fifth), Cyprus (sixth) and South Africa (seventh).
In eighth place is Singapore, with Saudi Arabia (ninth) and the Cayman Islands (10th) rounding out the most popular destinations for British expats.
When it comes to the places the world most wants to move to, Canada tops the list, based on global Google search data analyzed by 1st Move International.
The North American country was the most sought after relocation destination in 74 countries.
Australia (second), Spain (third), Germany (fourth) and the United Kingdom (fifth) are the next most sought-after destinations for those looking to move to another country.
Portugal (sixth), France (joint seventh) and New Zealand (joint seventh), the Netherlands (ninth) and Japan (10th) round out the top 10 hot list.
When it comes to the places the world most wants to move to, Canada tops the list, based on Google search data analyzed by 1st Move International
