Malaysia66.86
Overall rating
Open country profileMalaysia vs. United Kingdom: Country Comparison
United Kingdom leads the overall rating with 72.98 points, ahead of Malaysia with 66.86 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in BAC Limit (‰) and Same-Sex Legal Status.
Malaysia
United Kingdom72.98
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
Malaysia scores clearly better than United Kingdom on BAC Limit (‰).
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Malaysia on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Malaysia scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Dividend Tax Rate (%).
Malaysia scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Childcare Cost.
Malaysia scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Electricity Cost.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Malaysia on Dual Citizenship Allowed.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Malaysia on Waste Management.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Malaysia on Pride Culture.
Categories Compared
Malaysia
71 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 72 | 73 | United Kingdom |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 90 | 87 | Malaysia |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 59 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 60 | 80 | United Kingdom |
| Legal Protection & Property | 60 | 77 | United Kingdom |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 69 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Malaysia
68 points
❤️ Health
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United Kingdom
81 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 67 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Environmental Health | 64 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 73 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Malaysia
68 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Kingdom
69 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 70 | 50 | Malaysia |
| Investment & Capital Access | 71 | 76 | United Kingdom |
| Banking & Fintech | 71 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 60 | 68 | United Kingdom |
| Real Estate & Property | 70 | 59 | Malaysia |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 49 | 66 | United Kingdom |
| Macroeconomics | 75 | 70 | Malaysia |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 70 | 79 | United Kingdom |
Malaysia
75 points
🏠 Costs
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United Kingdom
44 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 69 | 27 | Malaysia |
| Food & Basic Goods | 59 | 31 | Malaysia |
| Dining & Going Out | 89 | 42 | Malaysia |
| Mobility Costs | 82 | 42 | Malaysia |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 85 | 68 | Malaysia |
| Personal Services | 69 | 53 | Malaysia |
Malaysia
61 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Kingdom
76 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 59 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 62 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Electricity & Energy | 72 | 74 | United Kingdom |
| Internet & Connectivity | 57 | 79 | United Kingdom |
| Public Transport | 54 | 75 | United Kingdom |
Malaysia
59 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Kingdom
66 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 49 | 69 | United Kingdom |
| Climate & Weather | 69 | 57 | Malaysia |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 67 | 48 | Malaysia |
| Leisure & Recreation | 63 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Arts & Entertainment | 42 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 77 | 65 | Malaysia |
| Family-Friendly | 55 | 58 | United Kingdom |
| Pet-Friendly | 48 | 62 | United Kingdom |
Malaysia
69 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Kingdom
86 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 72 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 78 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 69 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 70 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 64 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Language & Integration | 69 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 48 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 72 | 84 | United Kingdom |
Malaysia
78 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Kingdom
82 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 74 | 91 | United Kingdom |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 77 | 94 | United Kingdom |
| Attractions & Activities | 73 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 81 | 72 | Malaysia |
| Vacation Costs | 85 | 54 | Malaysia |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 89 | 90 | United Kingdom |
Malaysia
49 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Malaysia | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 58 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Education & Knowledge | 67 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 45 | 64 | United Kingdom |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 47 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 22 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 54 | 88 | United Kingdom |
| Religion & Worldviews | 29 | 62 | United Kingdom |
| Demography | 64 | 60 | Malaysia |