Singapore73.93
Overall rating
Open country profileSingapore vs. United Arab Emirates: Country Comparison
Singapore leads the overall rating with 73.93 points, ahead of United Arab Emirates with 66.56 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in BAC Limit (‰) and Energy Self-Sufficiency.
Singapore
United Arab Emirates66.56
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
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Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
United Arab Emirates scores clearly better than Singapore on BAC Limit (‰).
United Arab Emirates scores clearly better than Singapore on Energy Self-Sufficiency.
United Arab Emirates scores clearly better than Singapore on Transaction Costs.
Singapore scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on Youth Gender Ratio (15-29).
Singapore scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on Extreme Heat Days.
United Arab Emirates scores clearly better than Singapore on Paid Vacation Days.
United Arab Emirates scores clearly better than Singapore on Fuel Price per Liter.
United Arab Emirates scores clearly better than Singapore on Public Debt (% of GDP).
Categories Compared
Singapore
87 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Arab Emirates
71 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 84 | 82 | Singapore |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 96 | 83 | Singapore |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 86 | 65 | Singapore |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 75 | 25 | Singapore |
| Legal Protection & Property | 83 | 65 | Singapore |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 87 | 72 | Singapore |
Singapore
83 points
❤️ Health
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United Arab Emirates
73 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 83 | 75 | Singapore |
| Environmental Health | 81 | 60 | Singapore |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 85 | 85 | Tie |
Singapore
77 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Arab Emirates
81 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 78 | 97 | United Arab Emirates |
| Investment & Capital Access | 84 | 77 | Singapore |
| Banking & Fintech | 80 | 75 | Singapore |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 79 | 77 | Singapore |
| Real Estate & Property | 24 | 86 | United Arab Emirates |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 79 | 67 | Singapore |
| Macroeconomics | 78 | 78 | Tie |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 90 | 87 | Singapore |
Singapore
41 points
🏠 Costs
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United Arab Emirates
50 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 43 | 55 | United Arab Emirates |
| Food & Basic Goods | 20 | 51 | United Arab Emirates |
| Dining & Going Out | 32 | 40 | United Arab Emirates |
| Mobility Costs | 37 | 75 | United Arab Emirates |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 39 | Singapore |
| Personal Services | 43 | 41 | Singapore |
Singapore
80 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Arab Emirates
73 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 87 | 61 | Singapore |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 80 | 68 | Singapore |
| Electricity & Energy | 63 | 76 | United Arab Emirates |
| Internet & Connectivity | 89 | 98 | United Arab Emirates |
| Public Transport | 85 | 57 | Singapore |
Singapore
54 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Arab Emirates
53 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 38 | 57 | United Arab Emirates |
| Climate & Weather | 69 | 63 | Singapore |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 28 | 40 | United Arab Emirates |
| Leisure & Recreation | 64 | 61 | Singapore |
| Arts & Entertainment | 57 | 43 | Singapore |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 81 | 61 | Singapore |
| Family-Friendly | 55 | 55 | Tie |
| Pet-Friendly | 43 | 43 | Tie |
Singapore
87 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Arab Emirates
73 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 92 | 84 | Singapore |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 85 | 79 | Singapore |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 88 | 88 | Tie |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 96 | 83 | Singapore |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 70 | 37 | Singapore |
| Language & Integration | 84 | 70 | Singapore |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 78 | 40 | Singapore |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 99 | 90 | Singapore |
Singapore
81 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Arab Emirates
75 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 97 | 84 | Singapore |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 97 | 86 | Singapore |
| Attractions & Activities | 78 | 72 | Singapore |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 64 | 70 | United Arab Emirates |
| Vacation Costs | 52 | 54 | United Arab Emirates |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 98 | 91 | Singapore |
Singapore
66 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Arab Emirates
42 points
| Topic | Singapore | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 56 | 30 | Singapore |
| Education & Knowledge | 84 | 68 | Singapore |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 59 | 49 | Singapore |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 70 | 44 | Singapore |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 59 | 5 | Singapore |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 81 | 56 | Singapore |
| Religion & Worldviews | 72 | 22 | Singapore |
| Demography | 53 | 56 | United Arab Emirates |