Netherlands76.53
Overall rating
Open country profileNetherlands vs. New Zealand: Country Comparison
Netherlands leads the overall rating with 76.53 points, ahead of New Zealand with 74.30 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Mountain Access and Volcano Risk.
Netherlands
New Zealand74.30
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
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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
New Zealand scores clearly better than Netherlands on Mountain Access.
Netherlands scores clearly better than New Zealand on Volcano Risk.
Netherlands scores clearly better than New Zealand on Foreigner Ownership Rights.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Netherlands on Driving License Cost ($).
Netherlands scores clearly better than New Zealand on Pet Entry Rules.
Netherlands scores clearly better than New Zealand on Tsunami Risk.
Netherlands scores clearly better than New Zealand on Earthquake Risk.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Netherlands on Social Security Contributions (%).
Categories Compared
Netherlands
83 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 77 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 90 | 94 | New Zealand |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 70 | 52 | Netherlands |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 92 | 86 | Netherlands |
| Legal Protection & Property | 84 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 82 | 82 | Tie |
Netherlands
85 points
❤️ Health
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New Zealand
80 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 82 | 79 | Netherlands |
| Environmental Health | 89 | 84 | Netherlands |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 83 | 78 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
70 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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New Zealand
71 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 50 | 67 | New Zealand |
| Investment & Capital Access | 80 | 77 | Netherlands |
| Banking & Fintech | 75 | 74 | Netherlands |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 60 | 60 | Tie |
| Real Estate & Property | 59 | 39 | Netherlands |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 63 | 71 | New Zealand |
| Macroeconomics | 78 | 77 | Netherlands |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 83 | 83 | Tie |
Netherlands
42 points
🏠 Costs
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New Zealand
39 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 30 | 43 | New Zealand |
| Food & Basic Goods | 23 | 24 | New Zealand |
| Dining & Going Out | 48 | 35 | Netherlands |
| Mobility Costs | 38 | 44 | New Zealand |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 66 | 51 | Netherlands |
| Personal Services | 48 | 39 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
86 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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New Zealand
75 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 90 | 60 | Netherlands |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 77 | 70 | Netherlands |
| Electricity & Energy | 81 | 93 | New Zealand |
| Internet & Connectivity | 91 | 85 | Netherlands |
| Public Transport | 90 | 66 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
68 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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New Zealand
68 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 70 | 65 | Netherlands |
| Climate & Weather | 57 | 69 | New Zealand |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 39 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Leisure & Recreation | 86 | 85 | Netherlands |
| Arts & Entertainment | 81 | 67 | Netherlands |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 69 | 60 | Netherlands |
| Family-Friendly | 73 | 65 | Netherlands |
| Pet-Friendly | 66 | 55 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
86 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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New Zealand
87 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 87 | 84 | Netherlands |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 85 | 82 | Netherlands |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 78 | Netherlands |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 95 | 91 | Netherlands |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 84 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Language & Integration | 76 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 95 | 99 | New Zealand |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 94 | 91 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
82 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 98 | 89 | Netherlands |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 96 | 90 | Netherlands |
| Attractions & Activities | 85 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 71 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Vacation Costs | 50 | 53 | New Zealand |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 95 | 83 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
88 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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New Zealand
86 points
| Topic | Netherlands | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 89 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Education & Knowledge | 89 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 85 | 73 | Netherlands |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 91 | 95 | New Zealand |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 99 | 95 | Netherlands |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 96 | 89 | Netherlands |
| Religion & Worldviews | 82 | 79 | Netherlands |
| Demography | 60 | 68 | New Zealand |