France73.52
Overall rating
Open country profileFrance vs. Malaysia: Country Comparison
France leads the overall rating with 73.52 points, ahead of Malaysia with 66.86 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Same-Sex Legal Status and Cash Payment Limit.
France
Malaysia66.86
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
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Biggest Differences
France scores clearly better than Malaysia on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Malaysia scores clearly better than France on Cash Payment Limit.
France scores clearly better than Malaysia on Dual Citizenship Allowed.
France scores clearly better than Malaysia on Pension Replacement Rate.
France scores clearly better than Malaysia on Unemployment Benefit Duration (months).
Malaysia scores clearly better than France on Heating & Gas Cost.
Malaysia scores clearly better than France on Nuclear Exposure.
France scores clearly better than Malaysia on Waste Management.
Categories Compared
France
74 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Malaysia
71 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 70 | 72 | Malaysia |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 85 | 90 | Malaysia |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 61 | 59 | France |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 79 | 60 | France |
| Legal Protection & Property | 71 | 60 | France |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 72 | 69 | France |
France
83 points
❤️ Health
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Malaysia
68 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 82 | 67 | France |
| Environmental Health | 86 | 64 | France |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 80 | 73 | France |
France
65 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Malaysia
68 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 32 | 70 | Malaysia |
| Investment & Capital Access | 77 | 71 | France |
| Banking & Fintech | 72 | 71 | France |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 57 | 60 | Malaysia |
| Real Estate & Property | 62 | 70 | Malaysia |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 64 | 49 | France |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 75 | Malaysia |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 79 | 70 | France |
France
47 points
🏠 Costs
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Malaysia
75 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 36 | 69 | Malaysia |
| Food & Basic Goods | 25 | 59 | Malaysia |
| Dining & Going Out | 47 | 89 | Malaysia |
| Mobility Costs | 50 | 82 | Malaysia |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 85 | Malaysia |
| Personal Services | 52 | 69 | Malaysia |
France
80 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Malaysia
61 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 81 | 59 | France |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 75 | 62 | France |
| Electricity & Energy | 76 | 72 | France |
| Internet & Connectivity | 88 | 57 | France |
| Public Transport | 80 | 54 | France |
France
80 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Malaysia
59 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 71 | 49 | France |
| Climate & Weather | 70 | 69 | France |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 75 | 67 | France |
| Leisure & Recreation | 91 | 63 | France |
| Arts & Entertainment | 93 | 42 | France |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 95 | 77 | France |
| Family-Friendly | 77 | 55 | France |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 48 | France |
France
79 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Malaysia
69 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 72 | France |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 78 | France |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 80 | 69 | France |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 86 | 70 | France |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 82 | 64 | France |
| Language & Integration | 66 | 69 | Malaysia |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 75 | 48 | France |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 78 | 72 | France |
France
86 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Malaysia
78 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 94 | 74 | France |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 92 | 77 | France |
| Attractions & Activities | 98 | 73 | France |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 91 | 81 | France |
| Vacation Costs | 51 | 85 | Malaysia |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 88 | 89 | Malaysia |
France
82 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Malaysia
49 points
| Topic | France | Malaysia | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 82 | 58 | France |
| Education & Knowledge | 82 | 67 | France |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 85 | 45 | France |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 80 | 47 | France |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 89 | 22 | France |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 89 | 54 | France |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 29 | France |
| Demography | 60 | 64 | Malaysia |