Spain74.41
Overall rating
Open country profileSpain vs. Sweden: Country Comparison
Sweden leads the overall rating with 76.52 points, ahead of Spain with 74.41 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Cash Payment Limit and Cappuccino Price in a Cafe.
Spain
Sweden76.52
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
Sweden scores clearly better than Spain on Cash Payment Limit.
Spain scores clearly better than Sweden on Cappuccino Price in a Cafe.
Spain scores clearly better than Sweden on Cocktail Price in a Bar.
Spain scores clearly better than Sweden on Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price.
Spain scores clearly better than Sweden on Beach Quality.
Spain scores clearly better than Sweden on Imported Beer Price in a Market.
Spain scores clearly better than Sweden on Local Beer Price in a Restaurant.
Spain scores clearly better than Sweden on Heating & Gas Cost.
Categories Compared
Spain
74 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Sweden
85 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 72 | 81 | Sweden |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 89 | 89 | Tie |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 55 | 78 | Sweden |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 80 | 94 | Sweden |
| Legal Protection & Property | 68 | 85 | Sweden |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 69 | 85 | Sweden |
Spain
81 points
❤️ Health
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Sweden
86 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 78 | 81 | Sweden |
| Environmental Health | 81 | 94 | Sweden |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 83 | 84 | Sweden |
Spain
64 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Sweden
71 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 44 | 52 | Sweden |
| Investment & Capital Access | 73 | 82 | Sweden |
| Banking & Fintech | 70 | 74 | Sweden |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 56 | 56 | Tie |
| Real Estate & Property | 66 | 63 | Spain |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 56 | 67 | Sweden |
| Macroeconomics | 72 | 79 | Sweden |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 69 | 81 | Sweden |
Spain
59 points
🏠 Costs
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Sweden
37 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 44 | 32 | Spain |
| Food & Basic Goods | 40 | 17 | Spain |
| Dining & Going Out | 69 | 25 | Spain |
| Mobility Costs | 61 | 46 | Spain |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 78 | 67 | Spain |
| Personal Services | 61 | 36 | Spain |
Spain
78 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Sweden
84 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 74 | 76 | Sweden |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 71 | 79 | Sweden |
| Electricity & Energy | 83 | 90 | Sweden |
| Internet & Connectivity | 86 | 92 | Sweden |
| Public Transport | 74 | 86 | Sweden |
Spain
78 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Sweden
71 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 67 | 74 | Sweden |
| Climate & Weather | 79 | 56 | Spain |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 76 | 49 | Spain |
| Leisure & Recreation | 86 | 91 | Sweden |
| Arts & Entertainment | 87 | 81 | Spain |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 91 | 60 | Spain |
| Family-Friendly | 69 | 91 | Sweden |
| Pet-Friendly | 65 | 67 | Sweden |
Spain
82 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Sweden
85 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 80 | 88 | Sweden |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 85 | Sweden |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 86 | 76 | Spain |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 85 | 95 | Sweden |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 80 | 87 | Sweden |
| Language & Integration | 69 | 73 | Sweden |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 86 | 91 | Sweden |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 86 | 93 | Sweden |
Spain
87 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Sweden
81 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 93 | 94 | Sweden |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 90 | 95 | Sweden |
| Attractions & Activities | 95 | 83 | Spain |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 94 | 71 | Spain |
| Vacation Costs | 61 | 52 | Spain |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 85 | 89 | Sweden |
Spain
80 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Sweden
89 points
| Topic | Spain | Sweden | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 80 | 91 | Sweden |
| Education & Knowledge | 81 | 88 | Sweden |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 79 | 84 | Sweden |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 83 | 93 | Sweden |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 93 | 99 | Sweden |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 85 | 98 | Sweden |
| Religion & Worldviews | 74 | 82 | Sweden |
| Demography | 52 | 65 | Sweden |