Healthcare & Insurance by Country
When moving to another country, healthcare is an important consideration. You need to understand the local healthcare system, including whether it is public, private, or a mix of the two, how to access it as an expat, how to find English-speaking doctors/services, and what to do in an emergency. We've covered all these essentials in our healthcare guides. Simply select your destination country to get concise and up-to-date info.
Global healthcare spending
$8.3 trillion annually, about 10% of global GDP
Health expenditure per capita
The USA leads with over $11,000 per person annually
Public health funding
Norway allocates the highest percentage of GDP to public health
Countries with the highest overall quality of healthcare (top 3)
Taiwan, South Korea, and Australia
Life expectancy—highest
Japan, 84 years
