Our research hub brings together every original study produced by WhereToEmigrate in 2026. Each report is built on verified government data and covers visa thresholds, costs, timelines, and quality-of-life metrics across 26 countries and 55+ visa programmes. Use them to benchmark your options before you start your assessment.
Global Migration Report 2026
Our flagship annual report: top destination countries, visa policy changes, cost of living trends, salary benchmarks, digital nomad visas, and study abroad data across 200+ countries & territories. The definitive citable reference for 2026 migration trends.
Read the full report →Global Visa Income Threshold Report 2026
Complete comparison of minimum income and savings requirements for 55+ visa programmes across 26 countries. Updated February 2026. Every threshold in EUR.
Read report →Real Cost of Emigrating 2026
Average total cost: €8,500–€18,000. Breakdown by country, visa type, and family size. Visa fees, flights, first months, and hidden costs for 26 countries.
Read report →Emerging Emigration Destinations 2026
Intelligence report on 10 emerging emigration destinations with new visa programmes, lower thresholds, and growing expat ecosystems.
Read report →WTE Emigration Ease Index 2026
The definitive ranking of 26 countries by ease of emigration in 2026 — scored across visa accessibility, processing speed, cost of living, and quality of life.
Read report →Fastest Countries to Permanent Residency 2026
How long does it really take to get PR? We analysed 55 visa programmes across 26 countries to find the fastest — and slowest — paths to permanent residency.
Read report →Open Data Hub
Download free emigration data: visa thresholds, cost of living, salary data, and quality of life indices for 26 countries. CSV + JSON. CC BY 4.0 license.
Browse datasets →WTE Global Emigration Index 2026
Composite ranking of 30 countries across 6 dimensions: Visa Accessibility, Financial Requirements, Quality of Life, Integration Ease, Economic Opportunity, and Cost of Living. Scored 0–100, updated annually. CC BY 4.0.
View the full index →See Which Countries Match Your Profile
This research covers macro trends. Get personalised results based on your nationality, income, and profession.
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- Blog — Latest immigration news and analysis
Data sourced from official government immigration portals, verified March 2026. Rankings are indicative and should be used alongside professional immigration advice.