Estonia76.40
Overall rating
Open country profileEstonia vs. Switzerland: Country Comparison
Estonia leads the overall rating with 76.40 points, ahead of Switzerland with 74.69 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Mountain Access and Childcare Cost.
Estonia
Switzerland74.69
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Switzerland scores clearly better than Estonia on Mountain Access.
Estonia scores clearly better than Switzerland on Childcare Cost.
Switzerland scores clearly better than Estonia on Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports).
Estonia scores clearly better than Switzerland on Dividend Tax Rate (%).
Estonia scores clearly better than Switzerland on Mobile Plan Cost.
Estonia scores clearly better than Switzerland on Foreigner Ownership Rights.
Estonia scores clearly better than Switzerland on BAC Limit (‰).
Estonia scores clearly better than Switzerland on Burger Menu Price.
Categories Compared
Estonia
82 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Switzerland
88 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 82 | 83 | Switzerland |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 84 | 95 | Switzerland |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 81 | 74 | Estonia |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 90 | 94 | Switzerland |
| Legal Protection & Property | 79 | 88 | Switzerland |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 78 | 89 | Switzerland |
Estonia
82 points
❤️ Health
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Switzerland
85 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 77 | 82 | Switzerland |
| Environmental Health | 91 | 90 | Estonia |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 78 | 82 | Switzerland |
Estonia
70 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Switzerland
75 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 60 | 62 | Switzerland |
| Investment & Capital Access | 75 | 86 | Switzerland |
| Banking & Fintech | 76 | 81 | Switzerland |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 67 | 75 | Switzerland |
| Real Estate & Property | 77 | 38 | Estonia |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 65 | 64 | Estonia |
| Macroeconomics | 74 | 84 | Switzerland |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 67 | 89 | Switzerland |
Estonia
61 points
🏠 Costs
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Switzerland
22 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 44 | 16 | Estonia |
| Food & Basic Goods | 43 | 6 | Estonia |
| Dining & Going Out | 69 | 22 | Estonia |
| Mobility Costs | 62 | 32 | Estonia |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 84 | 36 | Estonia |
| Personal Services | 66 | 18 | Estonia |
Estonia
74 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Switzerland
86 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 66 | 83 | Switzerland |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 75 | 81 | Switzerland |
| Electricity & Energy | 75 | 84 | Switzerland |
| Internet & Connectivity | 82 | 94 | Switzerland |
| Public Transport | 73 | 87 | Switzerland |
Estonia
64 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Switzerland
69 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 69 | 68 | Estonia |
| Climate & Weather | 57 | 64 | Switzerland |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 45 | 49 | Switzerland |
| Leisure & Recreation | 80 | 84 | Switzerland |
| Arts & Entertainment | 65 | 81 | Switzerland |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 51 | 69 | Switzerland |
| Family-Friendly | 77 | 75 | Estonia |
| Pet-Friendly | 69 | 64 | Estonia |
Estonia
88 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Switzerland
84 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 96 | 84 | Estonia |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 90 | 80 | Estonia |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 88 | 78 | Estonia |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 97 | 91 | Estonia |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 84 | 86 | Switzerland |
| Language & Integration | 68 | 81 | Switzerland |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 80 | 89 | Switzerland |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 94 | 92 | Estonia |
Estonia
81 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Switzerland
77 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 89 | 96 | Switzerland |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 92 | 97 | Switzerland |
| Attractions & Activities | 74 | 90 | Switzerland |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 68 | 60 | Estonia |
| Vacation Costs | 72 | 26 | Estonia |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 89 | 89 | Tie |
Estonia
82 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Switzerland
85 points
| Topic | Estonia | Switzerland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 87 | 90 | Switzerland |
| Education & Knowledge | 90 | 82 | Estonia |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 72 | 77 | Switzerland |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 83 | 93 | Switzerland |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 86 | 95 | Switzerland |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 86 | 95 | Switzerland |
| Religion & Worldviews | 81 | 79 | Estonia |
| Demography | 60 | 61 | Switzerland |