As rising living costs and global economic uncertainty continue to strain many financially, some expats have found that moving overseas can be easier on their wallet.
For the fifth consecutive year, Vietnam is the most affordable country in the world for expats, ranking first out of 46 destinations when it comes to personal finances, according to the 2025 Expat Insider study by InterNations, an online platform and global community for expats.
Conducted annually since 2014, the study gathered insights from more than 10,000 expats representing 172 nationalities living in countries and territories worldwide.
Survey participants for the personal finance index were asked to rate their satisfaction with their financial situation, general cost of living, and whether their disposable household income was enough to lead a comfortable life in their country of residence.
Here are the top 10 most affordable destinations for expats in 2025, according to InterNations:
