Germany75.65
Overall rating
Open country profileGermany vs. New Zealand: Country Comparison
Germany leads the overall rating with 75.65 points, ahead of New Zealand with 74.30 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Driving License Cost ($).
Germany
New Zealand74.30
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
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Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Germany scores clearly better than New Zealand on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Germany on Driving License Cost ($).
Germany scores clearly better than New Zealand on Foreigner Ownership Rights.
Germany scores clearly better than New Zealand on Pet Entry Rules.
Germany scores clearly better than New Zealand on Tsunami Risk.
Germany scores clearly better than New Zealand on Volcano Risk.
Germany scores clearly better than New Zealand on Crypto Tax Rate.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Germany on Inheritance / Estate Tax Rate (%).
Categories Compared
Germany
79 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 76 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 85 | 94 | New Zealand |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 65 | 52 | Germany |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 85 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Legal Protection & Property | 81 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 80 | 82 | New Zealand |
Germany
85 points
❤️ Health
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New Zealand
80 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 84 | 79 | Germany |
| Environmental Health | 89 | 84 | Germany |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 81 | 78 | Germany |
Germany
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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New Zealand
71 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 43 | 67 | New Zealand |
| Investment & Capital Access | 80 | 77 | Germany |
| Banking & Fintech | 76 | 74 | Germany |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 67 | 60 | Germany |
| Real Estate & Property | 62 | 39 | Germany |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 52 | 71 | New Zealand |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 77 | New Zealand |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 82 | 83 | New Zealand |
Germany
47 points
🏠 Costs
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New Zealand
39 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 26 | 43 | New Zealand |
| Food & Basic Goods | 27 | 24 | Germany |
| Dining & Going Out | 54 | 35 | Germany |
| Mobility Costs | 51 | 44 | Germany |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 51 | Germany |
| Personal Services | 52 | 39 | Germany |
Germany
83 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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New Zealand
75 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 90 | 60 | Germany |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 77 | 70 | Germany |
| Electricity & Energy | 81 | 93 | New Zealand |
| Internet & Connectivity | 84 | 85 | New Zealand |
| Public Transport | 84 | 66 | Germany |
Germany
74 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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New Zealand
68 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 74 | 65 | Germany |
| Climate & Weather | 60 | 69 | New Zealand |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 57 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Leisure & Recreation | 93 | 85 | Germany |
| Arts & Entertainment | 94 | 67 | Germany |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 72 | 60 | Germany |
| Family-Friendly | 77 | 65 | Germany |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 55 | Germany |
Germany
82 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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New Zealand
87 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 84 | New Zealand |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 82 | Germany |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 78 | Germany |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 89 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 85 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Language & Integration | 73 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 83 | 99 | New Zealand |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 83 | 91 | New Zealand |
Germany
85 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 94 | 89 | Germany |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 94 | 90 | Germany |
| Attractions & Activities | 91 | 86 | Germany |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 75 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Vacation Costs | 62 | 53 | Germany |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 94 | 83 | Germany |
Germany
84 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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New Zealand
86 points
| Topic | Germany | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 87 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Education & Knowledge | 80 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 84 | 73 | Germany |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 89 | 95 | New Zealand |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 95 | 95 | Tie |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 92 | 89 | Germany |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Demography | 59 | 68 | New Zealand |