Top 10 Countries with the Best Work-Life Balance

Top 10 Countries with the Best Work-Life Balance by priyanka roshan | june 21, 2024

Europe stands at the forefront of life-work balance, with six European nations securing spots in the top 10 countries, as reported by the recent Global Life-Work Balance Index by Remote.

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This report highlights countries that have effectively implemented policies & practices promoting a healthy work-life balance. Here are the top 10 countries worldwide known for their exceptional life-work balance.

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Index Score: 67.73

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Index Score: 67.91

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Index Score: 69.07

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Index Score: 69.14

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Index Score: 73.05

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Index Score: 73.67

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Index Score: 73.71

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Index Score: 75.34

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Index Score: 75.55

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Index Score: 79.35

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Europe stands at the forefront of life-work balance, with six European nations securing spots in the top 10 countries, as reported by the recent Global Life-Work Balance Index by Remote.

This report highlights countries that have effectively implemented policies & practices promoting a healthy work-life balance. Here are the top 10 countries worldwide known for their exceptional life-work balance.

Index Score: 67.73

Brazil stands out in South America with generous sick and maternity pay, alongside universal healthcare.

10. brazil

Index Score: 67.91

Canada ensures a good work-life balance with shorter workweeks and extensive recreational opportunities.

9. canada

Index Score: 69.07

The UK features a robust healthcare system, generous maternity leave, and a balanced 25.6-hour workweek.

8. united kingdom

Index Score: 69.14

The Netherlands ranks high with its 27-hour average workweek and strong quality of life indicators.

7. netherlands

Index Score: 73.05

Norway offers 35 days of annual leave and full sick pay, reinforcing a life-first employment culture.

6. norway

Index Score: 73.67

Denmark emphasizes work-life balance with 36 days of annual leave, full sick pay, and universal healthcare.

5. denmark

Index Score: 73.71

Australia boasts the highest minimum wage per hour globally and provides full sickness pay.

4. australia

Index Score: 75.34

France supports its workforce with a 25.6-hour average workweek, a robust minimum wage, and 36 days of annual leave.

3. france

Index Score: 75.55

Spain offers 36 days of annual leave and maintains one of the shortest average working weeks.

2. spain

Index Score: 79.35

New Zealand leads globally with policies that include 32 days of annual leave, 80% sick pay coverage, and universal healthcare.

1. New zealand