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Malta - People move to Malta in search of a better quality of life. Around 75% of expats work full-time in Malta, and it's easy to see why.

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Malta - Expats report above-average happiness with their work hours (67%) and work-life balance (72%).

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Malta - Hospitality jobs in Malta seem to always be in-demand. There is also a big gaming industry here.

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Oman - Many expats find work in Oman, the Middle Eastern country with a population of just over four million.

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Oman - Here, the typical working week is quite long, but that doesn't seem to be much of a bother. About 70% of workers said they were happy with their hours.

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Oman - Oman has an easygoing lifestyle, and there's an especially lucrative job market for engineers looking for work.

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The Netherlands is a dependable country to move to and work in, with 75% of expats saying they're happy with their work-life balance.

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Netherlands - Many Dutch workers pursued higher education, leading to well-paid positions in the country's job market.

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Netherlands - High-skilled workers are sought after in the country, and are given a fast-track immigration process plus tax benefits.

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Costa Rica - Costa Rica is a gorgeous country in Central America. It's reported that 68% of expats are happy with their work-life balance.

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Costa Rica - The average job here doesn't come with much disposable income, but that doesn't make Costa Rican life any less enviable.

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Costa Rica - In-demand jobs are in law and education, as well as hospitality.

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Sweden - Workers in Sweden seem to be a pretty happy bunch. The average job requires 42.3 hours per week.

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Sweden - About 56% of expats reported being happy with their career prospects.

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Sweden - There are many in-demand jobs in education and IT. They are probably the most future-proof jobs in the country.

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New Zealand - The average person spends around 42.3 hours at work every week, compared to the global average of 44.3 hours.

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New Zealand - It's reported that 75% of expats enjoy their work-life balance. High wages also contribute to overall satisfaction.

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New Zealand - Some of the country's key industries include agriculture, engineering, and education.

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Czech Republic - Expats work hard in the Czech Republic, spending around 44.9 hours on the job every week.

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Czech Republic - That said, working conditions are reportedly excellent, with benefits like long holidays and generous healthcare.

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Czech Republic - The country has high levels of job satisfaction, in key industries like the production sector.

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Norway - Norway is a pretty popular country for expats, with 72% of them reporting high satisfaction with their work schedule.

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Norway - Workers spend around 42.9 hours on the job every week. Many jobs are known for being family-friendly, with benefits for parents.

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Norway - Chefs are apparently very sought after in Norway. Public service jobs in the transport sector are also in-demand.

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Bahrain - This island country is nestled between Qatar and Saudi Arabia, and has a good reputation among expat workers.

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Bahrain - About 70% of expats said they made more money here than they would working a job in their home country.

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Bahrain - There are many jobs in civil engineering, as well as maintenance, marketing, and sales.

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Denmark - Coming in at number one is Denmark, the best country for working hours around the world.

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Denmark - It's reported that workers spend around 39.7 hours on the job every week. The country is popular with highly educated expats.

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About 76% said they enjoyed their work-life balance in Denmark. There are in-demand jobs in mechanics and construction, as well as in call centers across the country.

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