bunq Global Living Report
bunq Global Living Report
Moving abroad for work is exciting and full of possibilities—but there’s more to it than just the adventure. From finances to bureaucracy, digital nomads learn to navigate it all.
Moving abroad for work is exciting and full of possibilities—but there’s more to it than just the adventure. From finances to bureaucracy, digital nomads learn to navigate it all.
Key findings from our report
A international life produces a duality of experiences. While a majority report greater happiness, many also face a silent struggle. This new life of opportunity is often balanced by the hidden cost of distance—missing irreplaceable moments with loved ones back home, which takes a profound toll on mental well-being.
41%
report they are struggling with their mental health
61%
report they are happier
35%
have missed an important event of a close one
Key findings from our report
A international life produces a duality of experiences. While a majority report greater happiness, many also face a silent struggle. This new life of opportunity is often balanced by the hidden cost of distance—missing irreplaceable moments with loved ones back home, which takes a profound toll on mental well-being.
41%
report they are struggling with their mental health
61%
report they are happier
35%
have missed an important event of a close one
Key findings from our report
A international life produces a duality of experiences. While a majority report greater happiness, many also face a silent struggle. This new life of opportunity is often balanced by the hidden cost of distance—missing irreplaceable moments with loved ones back home, which takes a profound toll on mental well-being.
41%
report they are struggling with their mental health
61%
report they are happier
35%
have missed an important event of a close one
What Digital Nomads miss most when they move abroad
This years results are slightly less diverse, top result across the board was family and friends. And the majority of countries had food as their second, apart from the UK. Humor also featured a few times. The theme of these top results is people are missing a cultural community, whether it be their friends and family or the shared common food or jokes.
What Digital Nomads miss most when they move abroad
This years results are slightly less diverse, top result across the board was family and friends. And the majority of countries had food as their second, apart from the UK. Humor also featured a few times. The theme of these top results is people are missing a cultural community, whether it be their friends and family or the shared common food or jokes.
What Digital Nomads miss most when they move abroad
This years results are slightly less diverse, top result across the board was family and friends. And the majority of countries had food as their second, apart from the UK. Humor also featured a few times. The theme of these top results is people are missing a cultural community, whether it be their friends and family or the shared common food or jokes.
Top three challenges Digital Nomads face abroad
Living the dream? Absolutely. But even the best adventures come with challenges. Here’s what digital nomads navigate along the way:
41%
struggle with language barriers when living or working abroad.
33%
say managing different time zones is a daily challenge.
27%
find healthcare difficult to navigate internationally.
Top three challenges Digital Nomads face abroad
Living the dream? Absolutely. But even the best adventures come with challenges. Here’s what digital nomads navigate along the way:
41%
struggle with language barriers when living or working abroad.
33%
say managing different time zones is a daily challenge.
27%
find healthcare difficult to navigate internationally.
Top three challenges Digital Nomads face abroad
Living the dream? Absolutely. But even the best adventures come with challenges. Here’s what digital nomads navigate along the way:
41%
struggle with language barriers when living or working abroad.
33%
say managing different time zones is a daily challenge.
27%
find healthcare difficult to navigate internationally.
bunq Global Living Report
We surveyed 7,100 digital nomads across Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, The Netherlands, Spain, UK, and US to understand how their lifestyle affects their mental, financial, and physical well-being. Explore the full report below.
bunq Global Living Report
We surveyed 7,100 digital nomads across Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, The Netherlands, Spain, UK, and US to understand how their lifestyle affects their mental, financial, and physical well-being. Explore the full report below.
bunq Global Living Report
We surveyed 7,100 digital nomads across Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, The Netherlands, Spain, UK, and US to understand how their lifestyle affects their mental, financial, and physical well-being. Explore the full report below.
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Discover stories, tips, and insights to help you navigate your lifestyle.
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Discover stories, tips, and insights to help you navigate your lifestyle.