Iceland73.62
Overall rating
Open country profileIceland vs. Portugal: Country Comparison
Portugal leads the overall rating with 74.93 points, ahead of Iceland with 73.62 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price and Crypto Tax Rate.
Iceland
Portugal74.93
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
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price.
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Crypto Tax Rate.
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Cappuccino Price in a Cafe.
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Rail Network Density.
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Cocktail Price in a Bar.
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Soft Drink Price in a Market.
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Local Beer Price in a Restaurant.
Portugal scores clearly better than Iceland on Foreigner Ownership Rights.
Categories Compared
Iceland
87 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Portugal
77 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 87 | 76 | Iceland |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 98 | 93 | Iceland |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 63 | 56 | Iceland |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 97 | 86 | Iceland |
| Legal Protection & Property | 84 | 70 | Iceland |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 87 | 74 | Iceland |
Iceland
85 points
❤️ Health
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Portugal
81 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 80 | 78 | Iceland |
| Environmental Health | 90 | 85 | Iceland |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 85 | 80 | Iceland |
Iceland
66 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Portugal
66 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 51 | 45 | Iceland |
| Investment & Capital Access | 77 | 76 | Iceland |
| Banking & Fintech | 73 | 71 | Iceland |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 47 | 73 | Portugal |
| Real Estate & Property | 48 | 68 | Portugal |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 64 | 63 | Iceland |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 73 | Tie |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 80 | 63 | Iceland |
Iceland
34 points
🏠 Costs
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Portugal
60 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 44 | 43 | Iceland |
| Food & Basic Goods | 23 | 42 | Portugal |
| Dining & Going Out | 16 | 72 | Portugal |
| Mobility Costs | 42 | 58 | Portugal |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 53 | 80 | Portugal |
| Personal Services | 30 | 68 | Portugal |
Iceland
73 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Portugal
75 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 42 | 68 | Portugal |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 73 | 68 | Iceland |
| Electricity & Energy | 98 | 83 | Iceland |
| Internet & Connectivity | 88 | 85 | Iceland |
| Public Transport | 63 | 67 | Portugal |
Iceland
64 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Portugal
71 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 74 | 64 | Iceland |
| Climate & Weather | 52 | 80 | Portugal |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 45 | 63 | Portugal |
| Leisure & Recreation | 77 | 77 | Tie |
| Arts & Entertainment | 70 | 74 | Portugal |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 45 | 79 | Portugal |
| Family-Friendly | 89 | 68 | Iceland |
| Pet-Friendly | 61 | 67 | Portugal |
Iceland
84 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Portugal
84 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 88 | 84 | Iceland |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 84 | 85 | Portugal |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 75 | 86 | Portugal |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 91 | 87 | Iceland |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 87 | 86 | Iceland |
| Language & Integration | 73 | 69 | Iceland |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 93 | 88 | Iceland |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 85 | 85 | Tie |
Iceland
72 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Portugal
84 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 84 | 90 | Portugal |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 86 | 89 | Portugal |
| Attractions & Activities | 78 | 85 | Portugal |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 71 | 87 | Portugal |
| Vacation Costs | 37 | 69 | Portugal |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 76 | 87 | Portugal |
Iceland
90 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Portugal
81 points
| Topic | Iceland | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 91 | 83 | Iceland |
| Education & Knowledge | 90 | 80 | Iceland |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 89 | 81 | Iceland |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 100 | 85 | Iceland |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 99 | 91 | Iceland |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 96 | 87 | Iceland |
| Religion & Worldviews | 80 | 73 | Iceland |
| Demography | 69 | 52 | Iceland |