The best countries to work in and make money

The best countries to work in and make money - Living abroad can be a unique opportunity to improve language skills and broaden our horizons. But it can also be a great way to line our pockets for a few years.

Every year, HSBC surveys thousands of expats in more than 190 countries and territories to assess the best places for foreigners to find fulfillment in their careers. Its 2018 survey takes into consideration three main aspects: Economics, experience, and family. Filtering just for economics, this list ranks the best countries and territories to advance in your career.

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45. Argentina - Salaries paid in pesos tend to be low—the average annual salary is US$11,970—but most expats are paid in US dollars, euros, or sterling, depending on the company.

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44. Brazil - Expats in Brazil are generally paid well compared to locals—the average Brazilian makes an annual salary of US$8,840—, but salaries are still low compared to the developed world. On the other hand, companies tend to offer good benefits for expats, including airfare allowances for trips home and repatriation support.

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43. Turkey - Expat salaries in Turkey are lower than average salaries in most Western countries, but the cost of living is a also lower, so you can make your money stretch.

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42. Egypt - Expats in Egypt are rarely there for financial reasons, but expat salaries paid in dollars are usually higher than average local salaries—which is US$3,410.

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41. South Africa - As is the case in many emerging economies, expat salaries paid in a stronger currency than the rand are higher than the average local salary, though they still tend to be lower than average salaries in Western countries. But then again, it's important to take into consideration that the cost of living is lower.

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40. Spain - Expats in Spain rarely have lucrative expat packages. And with an average annual salary of US$27,580, wages are lower than in other Western countries.

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39. France - Expat salaries in France are in the same range as those in other western European countries.

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38. Kenya - Expat salaries in Kenya tend to be very competitive and include packages that may cover housing, education allowances, a company car, and private health insurance.

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37. Portugal - Portugal isn't known for its expat salaries or packages, so you're likely to earn less here than in other European countries.

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36. Thailand - Salaries for skilled expats are highly competitive in Thailand, but the pay for unskilled labor is lower than in the US or the UK for similar positions.

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35. Philippines - Expat salaries are high for executive and skilled positions, though they tend to be lower than the pay in other popular Asian expat destinations.

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34. Peru - Peru is a good choice for expats in the mining industry, and though salaries tend to be lower than in Asian and European expat destinations, cost of living is also lower. Additionally, expats in Peru often receive relocation packages that include a company car, education allowance, among others.

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33. Malaysia - The country offers many opportunities in IT, engineering, teaching, and banking sectors and salaries are well above the global average.

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32. Mexico - Mexico's emerging market and booming economy make it a good choice for expats with all kinds of expertise, including teachers, entrepreneurs and senior executives. Expat salaries are lower than in Western countries, but so is the cost of living.

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31. Japan - Japan's innovative nature paired with its strong economy make it a lucrative destination for expats. Japanese companies have some of the best expat packages in the world.

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30. South Korea - South Korea is a lucrative business destination thanks to its booming economy based largely on the exports of cars and electronic goods. Relocation packages often include housing, the costs of which are high.

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29. Indonesia - Boasting Southeast Asia's strongest economy, Indonesia has a number of thriving industries and is a good destination for entrepreneurs. Expat salaries are good and often include lucrative packages.

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28. Ireland - Ireland is a good destination for those in the IT, finance, and health care sectors. Expat salaries tend to be similar to local salaries, but earning potential is high in corporate environments.

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27. Russia - Russia is one of the world's largest exporters of gas, but its expat community goes well beyond that, from language teachers, to diplomats, and executives. Expat salaries and packages tend to be lucrative to offset the high cost of living in many parts of Russia.

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26. Taiwan - A hub of international enterprises, Taiwan is a great destination for those working in IT and technology. Expat salaries tend to be high, particularly for those in corporate environments.

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25. United Kingdom - Boasting the fifth largest GDP in the world, the UK is an economic powerhouse that attracts expats from all walks of life. Expat salaries are similar to local salaries, but they tend to be high in general.

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24. Poland - Since joining the EU, Poland has attracted a number of multinational companies, which have transformed the local economy.

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23. Belgium - The local market is a tough one for expats to put their foot in the door, but new opportunities have grown considerably as the country recovers from the financial crisis. Tax rates in the country are among some of the highest in the world, but expats who are in the country for a short period pay lower rates.

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22. Saudi Arabia - The country is well known for its booming oil and gas industries, but its economic power also includes opportunities in engineering, construction, IT, and telecommunications. Saudi Arabia offers great career advancement and high earning potential.

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21. Kuwait - Kuwait has one of the most open economies among Gulf countries, a highly skilled workforce, and a low unemployment rate. Its lucrative employment packages are becoming increasingly rare, but the country still offers good opportunities for expats.

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20. United States - The US offers plenty of opportunities for expats, but its corporate environment can be brutal. Large corporations often offer generous packages for expats on long-term contracts.

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19. China - The world's second largest economy is overflowing with opportunities. Expat salaries tend to be high and large companies often offer generous employment benefits and packages.

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18. Hong Kong - In the last few decades, Hong Kong has emerged as a global financial power. Salaries and packages tend to be high, particularly for those in finance and executive positions.

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17. Bahrain - Bahrain has one of the most diversified economies in the region and offers good quality of life and earning potential for expats. Salaries are similar and often higher than those in Western countries.

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16. Vietnam - Vietnam offers good opportunities in the construction and tourism industries. Expat salaries aren't as high as in other destinations, but this is offset by the low cost of living.

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15. India - India's strong emerging market is in high demand for skilled expats, particularly those in IT, financial services, pharmaceutical research, manufacturing, aviation and telecommunications. Also, India has the world's second largest percentage of high-earning expats, so salaries are pretty competitive.

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14. New Zealand - New Zealand is highly business-friendly and offers good opportunities for expats in education, healthcare and forestry. Salaries are higher for jobs on the Immigration New Zealand's Essential Skills in Demand List.

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13. Qatar - The country's petrochemical industry has been attracting expats for years, but the government has also made efforts to expand other sectors, such as financial services, tourism, health, and education. Expat salaries continue to be high, but its once-famous employment packages are becoming increasingly rare.

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12. Oman - Expats can still find good career opportunities in Oman, though the government has implemented efforts to focus on its local workforce. Expat salaries in Oman aren't as lucrative as in other Gulf countries, but you're still likely to earn more here than you would in a Western country.

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11. Australia - Australia boasts a strong, competitive economy that allows expats to thrive in many industries. The country is also home to the world's largest minimum wage at AU$18.29 an hour, approximately US$13.76.

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10. Czech Republic - Its educated and skilled workforce has helped attract large companies to the Czech Republic. Many companies offer high salaries for senior positions, as well as generous benefits.

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9. Austria - Austria offers good opportunities for those in the banking and tourism industries. Expat salaries are high, particular for those in managerial positions.

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8. Canada - Besides offering plenty of opportunities in the energy sector, Canada has also expanded its finance, real estate and communications industries. Salaries tend to be higher in Canada than in the US and the UK, particularly in mining, oil/gas drilling and telecommunications.

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7. Sweden - The country's innovative industries attract expats from all over the world. Expat salaries are high, as are the cost of living.

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6. Netherlands - The economically robust country offers good career prospects in food processing, chemicals, gas and oil. Expat salaries tend to be high, but expats must prove they have a skill no local applicant does.

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5. United Arab Emirates - The country has a small population, meaning its economy depends on skilled expats. In fact, more than 80% of its workforce is made up of expats.

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4. Singapore - Singapore's thriving, high-paced economy offers good opportunities for expats. Salaries tend to be high, particularly for positions in finance and marketing.

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3. Germany - Europe's strongest economy offers great career advancement opportunities for highly qualified expats. Salaries tend to be high, particularly for those in managerial positions.

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2. Norway - Norway has a booming economy brimming with opportunities. Salaries are high, but so is the cost of living.

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1. Switzerland - Switzerland's economy has remained strong, in spite of volatility experienced by its neighbors. Expat salaries are high, especially those employed to make up for local skills shortages.

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