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122 Countries · 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 — from fiber-rich nations to emerging fast-internet hubs.

122

Countries

500 Mbps

Fastest

123 Mbps

Average

351

Total cities

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Poland

EU

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

from €1,400 500 Mbps Moderate — good among younger generation in cities 4 cities
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Romania

EU

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

500 Mbps Excellent among under-40s in Bucharest and Cluj; good in tech sector 3 cities
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Hong Kong

Asia's world city — 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 — Japan is unlike anywhere else on Earth for expats

300 Mbps Low outside tourist areas; improving in cities 4 cities
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Serbia

EU

The Balkans' digital nomad capital — 10% flat income tax, Europe's cheapest capital, free public transit, and a buzzing café culture from €1,000/month

from €1,000 300 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 — 10% flat income and corporate tax, euro adopted in 2026, Schengen member, and home to Europe's cheapest digital nomad hub in Bansko

from €600 300 Mbps Very good among under-40s in Sofia; good in tourist areas and tech sector 3 cities
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Cyprus

EU

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

300 Mbps Widely spoken — especially in tourist/business areas 2 cities
8
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Vietnam

Southeast Asia's rising star — incredibly affordable, vibrant street food culture, fast-growing expat scene, and a 90-day e-visa that renews with ease

from $800/mo 285 Mbps Good in expat areas and tourist hubs; limited elsewhere 5 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 — now with a Digital Nomad Visa

from $2,000 270 Mbps Moderate in Seoul/Busan; limited outside cities; signage mostly bilingual 3 cities
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Sweden

EU

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

250 Mbps Excellent — virtually universal in cities 2 cities
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Norway

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

250 Mbps Excellent — virtually universal in cities 2 cities
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United States

The world's largest economy — endless opportunity, cultural diversity, and global career mobility

250 Mbps Native language 11 cities
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Spain

EU

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

from €1,600 248 Mbps Moderate — higher in cities & tourist areas 7 cities
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Thailand

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

from $800/mo 248 Mbps Moderate in cities; limited outside tourist areas 5 cities
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Singapore

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

from S$4,800 240 Mbps Excellent (official language) 2 cities
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Canada

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

from CAD 2,800 230 Mbps Official language — spoken natively by ~75% 6 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

230 Mbps Moderate — good in Tbilisi center; limited elsewhere 2 cities
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France

EU

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

from €2,000 225 Mbps Moderate — better in cities and among under-40s 7 cities
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Switzerland

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

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

EU

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

from €1,500 205 Mbps Widely spoken (ranked #6 globally) 6 cities

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