Top 10 countries with the best work-life balance in 2024

You wish to relocate for work? This ranking may help you choose the right country

A new ranking recently published by Remote, a platform dedicated to employment, has just revealed the countries with the best balance between private and professional life.

What criteria were taken into account for the study?

The study was conducted based on a combination of important workplace factors such as:

statutory annual leave
minimum statutory sick pay percentage
paid maternity leave and payment rate
happiness index
average hours per week worked per employee
minimum wage
healthcare system
safety
LGBTQ+ inclusivity

Here are the 4 countries that ranked best

NEW ZEALAND

New Zealand also ranked first in the 2023 study. what explains such constantly high results?

Its strong economy, the “can-do” Kiwi attitude, the stunning scenery, the high minimum wage along with a generous annual leave (32 days) are some of the strong points. What is more, New Zealand is also considered one of the safest countries to live and work.

IRELAND

Backed by a universal government-funded healthcare system, Ireland also offers one of the highest minimum wages in our index. The Irish people are also seen as warm, friendly, and casual, and this attitude generally extends to the workplace. What is more, Ireland is also considered one of the safest in the world.

BELGIUM

Belgium is very well positioned in 2024 ranking mainly thanks to an update in its sickness policies. The country which is famous for its beer and chocolate, also scores well in several categories, such as rate of pay, which is among the highest in Europe.

DENMARK

Did you know that Denmark is considered to be the world’s second-happiest nation according to the World Happiness Report?

The country offers a generous statutory annual leave entitlement (35 days), as well as one of the world’s most parent-friendly leave policies. Moreover, the country is considered to be one of the safest places to live, as well as one of the leaders in promoting LGBTQ+ inclusivity.