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122 Countries ยท Updated 2026

Countries With the Fastest Internet

Whether you're a remote worker, content creator, or just need reliable connectivity, internet speed matters. Here are all countries in our database ranked by average broadband download speed โ€” from fiber-rich nations to emerging fast-internet hubs.

122

Countries

500 Mbps

Fastest

120 Mbps

Average

277

Total cities

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Poland

EU

EU access, booming tech scene, rich history โ€” at Central European prices that won't break the bank.

from โ‚ฌ1,400 500 Mbps Moderate โ€” good among younger generation in cities 3 cities
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Romania

EU

EU membership, 10% flat income tax, and a 1% micro-enterprise revenue tax โ€” Transylvania, the Carpathians, and a thriving tech scene from โ‚ฌ1,000/month

from โ‚ฌ1,000 500 Mbps Excellent among under-40s in Bucharest and Cluj; good in tech sector 2 cities
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Hong Kong

Asia's world city โ€” global finance hub, dim sum capital, and a skyline carved between mountains and sea

from $3,500 310 Mbps Very good 2 cities
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Japan

Ultra-safe, exceptionally efficient, uniquely cultural โ€” Japan is unlike anywhere else on Earth for expats

ยฅ250,000โ€“ยฅ370,000 300 Mbps Low outside tourist areas; improving in cities 3 cities
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Serbia

EU

The Balkans' digital nomad capital โ€” 10% flat income tax, Europe's cheapest capital, free public transit, and a buzzing cafรฉ culture from โ‚ฌ1,000/month

from โ‚ฌ1,000 300 Mbps Very good among under-40s in Belgrade; excellent in tech/nomad circles 2 cities
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Bulgaria

EU

The EU's lowest taxes โ€” 10% flat income and corporate tax, euro adopted in 2026, Schengen member, and home to Europe's cheapest digital nomad hub in Bansko

from โ‚ฌ600 300 Mbps Very good among under-40s in Sofia; good in tourist areas and tech sector 2 cities
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Cyprus

EU

EU island with 17-year non-dom tax haven and 340 sunny days

from โ‚ฌ1,800 300 Mbps Widely spoken โ€” especially in tourist/business areas 2 cities
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South Korea

World's fastest internet, K-culture at its source, cutting-edge cities, and Asia's most dynamic food scene โ€” now with a Digital Nomad Visa

from $2,000 270 Mbps Moderate in Seoul/Busan; limited outside cities; signage mostly bilingual 2 cities
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Sweden

EU

Scandinavia's innovation capital โ€” world-leading English skills, a legendary tech ecosystem, and the gold standard of work-life balance

from โ‚ฌ3,000 250 Mbps Excellent โ€” virtually universal in cities 2 cities
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Norway

Scandinavia's crown jewel โ€” world-class public services, breathtaking fjords, and the world's most sovereign wealth fund backing every resident's quality of life

from โ‚ฌ2,800 250 Mbps Excellent โ€” virtually universal in cities 2 cities
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United States

The world's largest economy โ€” endless opportunity, cultural diversity, and global career mobility

from $2,900/mo 250 Mbps Native language 2 cities
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Singapore

Asia's safest, most efficient city-state โ€” world-class finance, legendary hawker food, and zero street crime

from $3,800 240 Mbps Excellent (official language) 2 cities
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Spain

EU

Sun-soaked, affordable, and welcoming โ€” Europe's most liveable expat destination with an unbeatable quality of life

from โ‚ฌ1,600 230 Mbps Moderate โ€” higher in cities & tourist areas 3 cities
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Canada

One of the world's most immigrant-friendly nations โ€” quality healthcare, multicultural cities, and a clear path to permanent residency

from $2,400 230 Mbps Official language โ€” spoken natively by ~75% 3 cities
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Georgia

1-year visa-free for 100+ nationalities, 1% flat tax, ultra-low costs, and the Caucasus mountains at your door

from $1,000 230 Mbps Moderate โ€” good in Tbilisi center; limited elsewhere 2 cities
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France

EU

The art of living โ€” world-class healthcare, culture, cuisine, and one of Europe's most structured residency paths

from โ‚ฌ2,000 225 Mbps Moderate โ€” better in cities and among under-40s 3 cities
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Switzerland

The world's wealthiest, safest, and most orderly nation โ€” exceptional salaries, pristine alpine landscapes, and a quality of life that justifies every Swiss franc

from $5,000 220 Mbps Widely spoken in cities and business 2 cities
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Portugal

EU

Europe's most beloved expat destination โ€” sunshine, safety, and an accessible path to residency

from โ‚ฌ1,500 205 Mbps Widely spoken (ranked #6 globally) 3 cities
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Thailand

Southeast Asia's most beloved expat destination โ€” tropical paradise, ultra-low costs, incredible food, and a 10-million-strong expat community

from $800/mo 200 Mbps Moderate in cities; limited outside tourist areas 3 cities
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Italy

EU

Stunning beauty, world-class food, rich history, and a growing digital nomad scene with the Flat Tax regime

from โ‚ฌ2,200 200 Mbps Moderate in cities, low outside urban areas 3 cities

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