Ranked: most expensive cities for expats

The list of the world’s most expensive cities for expats has been updated for 2018 with four out of five of the most expensive cities in Asia.

Moving to a new country is one of the most expensive endeavours one can undertake. Whether you’re an experienced expat looking to permanently relocate or a digital nomad searching for remote jobs from a location you love, the cost of essentials such as accommodation, petrol and food will heavily influence any decision undertaken. Whatever you decide, one useful tool to help choose where your future lies is to compare the cost of living in your new city compared to our old.