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10. Switzerland -

Coming in tenth place, Switzerland had 703,500 relocation-related searches on Google. This pristinely clean nation is known for its work-life balance.

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While it's one of the most expensive places in the world to live, it also offers high salaries, fantastic personal security, and quality healthcare, as well as proximity to stunning nature. 

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Even with the high cost of living, Swiss people are generally happy with their lives when surveyed, and many others around the world have taken note. 

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9. France -

France enters the list next, with 757,100 people having researched relocation to the country online. For many, the French lifestyle is a major draw.

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While wages in France aren't necessarily the highest in Europe, the country's highly developed infrastructure and options for third-level studies are impressive.

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Of course, having a rich history, a beautiful language, delicious food, and an interesting culture probably doesn't hurt either!

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8. Germany -

We can speculate about the motives of 761,200 people who looked into relocating to Germany: after all, there are many reasons why someone might want to migrate there.

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In Germany, salaries are high, and the rate of crime is low. Germans benefit from a strong economic and social welfare system, that people relocating might be attracted to. 

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Public transport is good in Germany, making life easier. Generally, there is also a healthy work/life balance. And overall, it's a relatively affordable place to live.

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7. Japan -

Japan was the highest-ranking country in Asia to feature in the search results. This high-tech nation offers lots of opportunities to immigrants.

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As well as roles in the technology industry, Japan is a popular move for those who wish to teach English as a foreign language. 

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Although Japan is an expensive move, most immigrants seem to agree that the superb healthcare, food, and education make it worth it.

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6. Portugal -

The Mediterranean climate—boasting an average of 300 sunny days per year—could be one of the main reasons why so many people are drawn to make the move to Portugal.

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6. Portugal -

Around 843,000 people looked into relocating to Portugal, from eight different countries. Among the attractive things about it, the country has a low crime rate, and it's possible to live a laid-back, outdoorsy lifestyle.

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Portuguese people are known to be very welcoming. As well as delicious food and wine, Portugal has much to offer those who want to explore a diverse landscape.

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5. United Kingdom -

Reaching the top five, the United Kingdom had the fifth most relocation search queries. Over a million people, from 13 different countries, looked into relocating there.

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It could be that, with a high migrant population, the UK is a relatively straightforward place to assimilate into if you're from another country. 

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Many people who end up relocating to the UK cite their reasons for coming as being the opportunities for work and study, or to reunite with extended family members.

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4. Spain -

Searches about relocating to Spain also ranked high—there were 1,154,700, to be exact! Perhaps the fantastic climate and relatively affordable cost of living were at the top of people's minds?

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Apart from excellent weather, food, and culture, Spain offers a range of visa options for those considering a move to the country.

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Community is important in Spain, which is also one of the highest-ranking countries in the world when it comes to quality of life.

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3. New Zealand -

It's a long way away from... Well, everywhere—but that doesn't seem to put people off! New Zealand received 1,159,700 clicks about relocation.

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3. New Zealand -

The outdoors lifestyle promised by a life in New Zealand is surely a huge part of the draw. The country is one of the most beautiful in the world.

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3. New Zealand -

Excellent healthcare, education, and work-life balance frequently put this country at the top of quality-of-life surveys.

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2. Australia -

Do you dream of a life Down Under? You're not alone! Receiving around 1,360,700 clicks about relocation, Australia comes second in the list of places people most want to relocate to.

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2. Australia -

The laid-back Aussie lifestyle is the stuff of legend! The warm weather and opportunity to spend time outdoors draw many people to Oz.

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2. Australia -

In Australia, there are attractive salaries, excellent education options, and many pathways to citizenship for immigrants.

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1. Canada -

But far and away the winner, the top spot goes to... Canada! With around 1,526,780 clicks, Canada was the most searched country for relocation.

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1. Canada -

There are lots of great reasons why people would want to move to Canada. Beautiful nature, universal healthcare, and job opportunities probably rank highly for those considering a move.

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Canada is an economically stable country, with a decidedly pro-immigration stance, perhaps helping people to feel more welcome.

Sources: (1st Move International) (The Daily Mail)

See also: Countries that will pay you to move there

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