Latvia72.11
Overall rating
Open country profileLatvia vs. Spain: Country Comparison
Spain leads the overall rating with 74.41 points, ahead of Latvia with 72.11 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Mountain Access.
Latvia
Spain74.41
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
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on Mountain Access.
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on Local Authenticity.
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on Cuisine Diversity.
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on Unemployment Benefit Duration (months).
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on Cafe Culture.
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on Restaurant Density.
Spain scores clearly better than Latvia on Beach Quality.
Categories Compared
Latvia
76 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Spain
74 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 74 | 72 | Latvia |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 83 | 89 | Spain |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 77 | 55 | Latvia |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 84 | 80 | Latvia |
| Legal Protection & Property | 67 | 68 | Spain |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 72 | 69 | Latvia |
Latvia
78 points
❤️ Health
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Spain
81 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 72 | 78 | Spain |
| Environmental Health | 88 | 81 | Latvia |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 73 | 83 | Spain |
Latvia
68 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Spain
64 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 57 | 44 | Latvia |
| Investment & Capital Access | 73 | 73 | Tie |
| Banking & Fintech | 70 | 70 | Tie |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 63 | 56 | Latvia |
| Real Estate & Property | 85 | 66 | Latvia |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 69 | 56 | Latvia |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 72 | Latvia |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 63 | 69 | Spain |
Latvia
64 points
🏠 Costs
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Spain
59 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 47 | 44 | Latvia |
| Food & Basic Goods | 42 | 40 | Latvia |
| Dining & Going Out | 72 | 69 | Latvia |
| Mobility Costs | 66 | 61 | Latvia |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 86 | 78 | Latvia |
| Personal Services | 73 | 61 | Latvia |
Latvia
70 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Spain
78 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 61 | 74 | Spain |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 68 | 71 | Spain |
| Electricity & Energy | 82 | 83 | Spain |
| Internet & Connectivity | 72 | 86 | Spain |
| Public Transport | 69 | 74 | Spain |
Latvia
59 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Spain
78 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 62 | 67 | Spain |
| Climate & Weather | 57 | 79 | Spain |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 44 | 76 | Spain |
| Leisure & Recreation | 72 | 86 | Spain |
| Arts & Entertainment | 60 | 87 | Spain |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 49 | 91 | Spain |
| Family-Friendly | 62 | 69 | Spain |
| Pet-Friendly | 69 | 65 | Latvia |
Latvia
78 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Spain
82 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 83 | 80 | Latvia |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 83 | Tie |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 72 | 86 | Spain |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 86 | 85 | Latvia |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 78 | 80 | Spain |
| Language & Integration | 65 | 69 | Spain |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 73 | 86 | Spain |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 80 | 86 | Spain |
Latvia
76 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Spain
87 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 80 | 93 | Spain |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 85 | 90 | Spain |
| Attractions & Activities | 69 | 95 | Spain |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 66 | 94 | Spain |
| Vacation Costs | 75 | 61 | Latvia |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 86 | 85 | Latvia |
Latvia
74 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Spain
80 points
| Topic | Latvia | Spain | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 81 | 80 | Latvia |
| Education & Knowledge | 83 | 81 | Latvia |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 60 | 79 | Spain |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 76 | 83 | Spain |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 73 | 93 | Spain |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 75 | 85 | Spain |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 74 | Latvia |
| Demography | 55 | 52 | Latvia |