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10 Countries That Accept the Most Migrants

These countries admitted the most permanent immigrants in 2015.

2017 Best Countries

Ranking Global Performance

#1 Switzerland

#2 Canada

#3 United Kingdom

#4 Germany

#5 Japan

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U.S. News in partnership with Y&R's BAV and Wharton

10 Countries That Accept the Most Migrants

These countries admitted the most permanent immigrants in 2015.

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Featured Rankings

These nine subrankings make up the overall ranking, each highlighting a different area.

Adventure

Take the road less traveled

Citizenship

These countries provide safety nets for their people and an inclusive society

Cultural Influence

These countries are leading the way in art, fashion and entertainment

Entrepreneurship

Innovative countries with enterprising citizens

Heritage

These countries have shaped history with their culture

Movers

These countries with up-and-coming economies are the ones to watch

Open for Business

Business-friendly countries that attract investment

Power

Countries that are the main players on the international stage

Quality of Life

Citizens of these countries lead happy, healthy lives

“Best Of” Lists

The best countries for business, family, education and more.

Best Countries for Education
Best Countries for Green Living
Best Countries for Raising Kids
Best Countries for Women
Best Countries for a Comfortable Retirement
Best Countries to Headquarter a Corporation
Best Countries to Invest In
Best Countries to Start a Business
Best Countries to Start a Career

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Learn about a country and its rankings.

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Which are the Best Countries?

Measuring global performance on a variety of metrics.

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