Best cities for expats in Europe

Cities with large, established international communities in Europe — ranked by expat-scene score so your first months come with ready-made networks, not cold starts.

Methodology: Ranked by Jonzy expat-community score (0–100); safety breaks ties.

  1. 1. London, United Kingdom

    Expat scene 95/100 · Safety 78/100 · $3,400/mo

    Expat scene 95/100 with 78/100 safety on about $3,400/mo.

  2. 2. Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

    Expat scene 92/100 · Safety 92/100 · $2,950/mo

    Expat scene 92/100 with 92/100 safety on about $2,950/mo.

  3. 3. Faro, Portugal

    Expat scene 92/100 · Safety 84/100 · $1,490/mo

    Expat scene 92/100 with 84/100 safety on about $1,490/mo.

  4. 4. Lisbon, Portugal

    Expat scene 92/100 · Safety 82/100 · $1,650/mo

    Expat scene 92/100 with 82/100 safety on about $1,650/mo.

  5. 5. Brussels, Belgium

    Expat scene 92/100 · Safety 68/100 · $2,110/mo

    Expat scene 92/100 with 68/100 safety on about $2,110/mo.

  6. 6. Geneva, Switzerland

    Expat scene 90/100 · Safety 92/100 · $4,170/mo

    Expat scene 90/100 with 92/100 safety on about $4,170/mo.

  7. 7. Sliema, Malta

    Expat scene 90/100 · Safety 88/100 · $2,290/mo

    Expat scene 90/100 with 88/100 safety on about $2,290/mo.

  8. 8. Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Expat scene 90/100 · Safety 82/100 · $2,560/mo

    Expat scene 90/100 with 82/100 safety on about $2,560/mo.

  9. 9. Dublin, Ireland

    Expat scene 90/100 · Safety 80/100 · $3,220/mo

    Expat scene 90/100 with 80/100 safety on about $3,220/mo.

  10. 10. Marbella, Spain

    Expat scene 90/100 · Safety 76/100 · $2,300/mo

    Expat scene 90/100 with 76/100 safety on about $2,300/mo.

  11. 11. Monaco, Monaco

    Expat scene 88/100 · Safety 96/100 · $6,230/mo

    Expat scene 88/100 with 96/100 safety on about $6,230/mo.

  12. 12. Madrid, Spain

    Expat scene 88/100 · Safety 84/100 · $2,005/mo

    Expat scene 88/100 with 84/100 safety on about $2,005/mo.

Frequently asked questions

Best cities for expats in Europe — which city is #1?

London, United Kingdom tops this list. Expat scene 95/100 with 78/100 safety on about $3,400/mo. Luxembourg City and Faro round out the top three.

How is this ranking calculated?

Ranked by Jonzy expat-community score (0–100); safety breaks ties. 126 catalog cities in Europe qualified for this list; the top 12 are shown. Scores are catalog averages, not personalised — Jonzy re-ranks every city for your own income, passport and lifestyle when you sign in.

How much does it cost to live in the top city in Europe?

London runs about $3,400/month all-in for one person — rent, food, transport, healthcare, utilities and everyday extras. See the London city guide for the full cost breakdown, visa options and FAQ.