For Families

Give your family
the life they deserve

Moving abroad with a family is a bigger decision. Healthcare, schools, safety, child benefits — we help you compare what matters most.

Best countries for families

Ranked by healthcare, education, safety, and family support.

Canada

Best overall for families
Healthcare
Universal (free)
Education
Free public K-12
Child Benefit
CCB up to $7,437/yr per child
Safety
Very High
95
Family Score

Australia

Outdoor lifestyle, great schools
Healthcare
Medicare (universal)
Education
Free public K-12
Child Benefit
Family Tax Benefit
Safety
Very High
90
Family Score

New Zealand

Safest country for children
Healthcare
Universal (free)
Education
Free public K-12
Child Benefit
Working for Families
Safety
Very High
92
Family Score

Sweden

480 days paid parental leave
Healthcare
Universal (free)
Education
Free through university
Child Benefit
1,250 SEK/month per child
Safety
Very High
96
Family Score

Germany

Free education at all levels
Healthcare
Universal (mandatory)
Education
Free through university
Child Benefit
€250/month per child
Safety
High
88
Family Score

Netherlands

Happiest children in the world (UNICEF)
Healthcare
Mandatory insurance
Education
Free public K-12
Child Benefit
Kinderbijslag quarterly
Safety
Very High
91
Family Score

What families need to think about

Dependent Visas

Most skilled worker visas allow you to bring your spouse and children. Some countries process them together.

School Enrollment

Public schools are free in most countries. International schools cost $10,000-$30,000/year.

Healthcare Coverage

Check if dependents are covered from day one or if there's a waiting period.

Housing Size

Family-sized apartments vary wildly in cost. Research neighborhoods near good schools.

Settlement Funds

Most countries require proof of funds for each family member. Budget accordingly.

Spouse Work Rights

In Canada, Australia, and UK, spouses get open work permits. In some countries, they don't.

Find services your family needs

Immigration lawyers, schools, healthcare, housing, banking — all in one place.

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Canada
Australia
United Kingdom
United States
Germany
New Zealand
Netherlands
Singapore
Sweden
France
Canada
Australia
United Kingdom
United States
Germany
New Zealand
Netherlands
Singapore
Sweden
France
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Make room for everyone’s next chapter.
Plan for everyone

One move. Different needs.

Make space in the plan for each family member, including the person whose pathway is not the main application.

  1. A shared document list

    Identify relationship and identity records early and check which documents need translation or certification.

  2. Work and education

    Explore the conditions that apply to accompanying partners and children for the route you are considering.

  3. Settling together

    Plan housing, schools, healthcare and the first weeks after arrival as part of the move itself.

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Plan your family's move

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