Spain74.41
Overall rating
Open country profileSpain vs. United Arab Emirates: Country Comparison
Spain leads the overall rating with 74.41 points, ahead of United Arab Emirates with 66.56 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Same-Sex Legal Status and Pride Culture.
Spain
United Arab Emirates66.56
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
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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
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Biggest Differences
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on Pride Culture.
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on LGBTQ+ Rights.
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on Pension Replacement Rate.
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance.
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on Youth Gender Ratio (15-29).
Spain scores clearly better than United Arab Emirates on Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price.
Categories Compared
Spain
74 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Arab Emirates
71 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 72 | 82 | United Arab Emirates |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 89 | 83 | Spain |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 55 | 65 | United Arab Emirates |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 80 | 25 | Spain |
| Legal Protection & Property | 68 | 65 | Spain |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 69 | 72 | United Arab Emirates |
Spain
81 points
❤️ Health
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United Arab Emirates
73 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 78 | 75 | Spain |
| Environmental Health | 81 | 60 | Spain |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 83 | 85 | United Arab Emirates |
Spain
64 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Arab Emirates
81 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 44 | 97 | United Arab Emirates |
| Investment & Capital Access | 73 | 77 | United Arab Emirates |
| Banking & Fintech | 70 | 75 | United Arab Emirates |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 56 | 77 | United Arab Emirates |
| Real Estate & Property | 66 | 86 | United Arab Emirates |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 56 | 67 | United Arab Emirates |
| Macroeconomics | 72 | 78 | United Arab Emirates |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 69 | 87 | United Arab Emirates |
Spain
59 points
🏠 Costs
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United Arab Emirates
50 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 44 | 55 | United Arab Emirates |
| Food & Basic Goods | 40 | 51 | United Arab Emirates |
| Dining & Going Out | 69 | 40 | Spain |
| Mobility Costs | 61 | 75 | United Arab Emirates |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 78 | 39 | Spain |
| Personal Services | 61 | 41 | Spain |
Spain
78 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Arab Emirates
73 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 74 | 61 | Spain |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 71 | 68 | Spain |
| Electricity & Energy | 83 | 76 | Spain |
| Internet & Connectivity | 86 | 98 | United Arab Emirates |
| Public Transport | 74 | 57 | Spain |
Spain
78 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Arab Emirates
53 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 67 | 57 | Spain |
| Climate & Weather | 79 | 63 | Spain |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 76 | 40 | Spain |
| Leisure & Recreation | 86 | 61 | Spain |
| Arts & Entertainment | 87 | 43 | Spain |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 91 | 61 | Spain |
| Family-Friendly | 69 | 55 | Spain |
| Pet-Friendly | 65 | 43 | Spain |
Spain
82 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Arab Emirates
73 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 80 | 84 | United Arab Emirates |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 79 | Spain |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 86 | 88 | United Arab Emirates |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 85 | 83 | Spain |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 80 | 37 | Spain |
| Language & Integration | 69 | 70 | United Arab Emirates |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 86 | 40 | Spain |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 86 | 90 | United Arab Emirates |
Spain
87 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Arab Emirates
75 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 93 | 84 | Spain |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 90 | 86 | Spain |
| Attractions & Activities | 95 | 72 | Spain |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 94 | 70 | Spain |
| Vacation Costs | 61 | 54 | Spain |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 85 | 91 | United Arab Emirates |
Spain
80 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Arab Emirates
42 points
| Topic | Spain | United Arab Emirates | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 80 | 30 | Spain |
| Education & Knowledge | 81 | 68 | Spain |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 79 | 49 | Spain |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 83 | 44 | Spain |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 93 | 5 | Spain |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 85 | 56 | Spain |
| Religion & Worldviews | 74 | 22 | Spain |
| Demography | 52 | 56 | United Arab Emirates |