The cheapest countries in the world to live in

Is it hard to live in Italy with a salary of € 1,200 euros?

Unfortunately, this is the sad truth, and the economic crisis that has been in vogue for years is certainly not helping. The good news is instead that there are countries where you can live with a few hundred euros , often even less than € 500: among all, the cost of properties greatly affects. and the taxes that are applied.
Not for nothing many people are moving abroad , looking for places where they can have a more dignified lifestyle . So what are the countries of the world where it costs less to live? Here is the top 10!

Canary Islands, 850 euros

The Canary Islands are one of the favorite destinations of many Italian retirees: beautiful climate all year round and splendid beaches are the icing on the cake of a place where you can feel good for around € 850 per month.

It depends on the island you choose, but in general it is cheaper than other main European countries. The VAT, which ranges from 4 to 7% and does not apply to basic necessities. Moreover, thanks to a mild climate all year round, no heating costs are needed .
It is fair to point out that it is not easy to live in the Canary Islands with odd jobs: to lead a decent life, you need a fixed salary.

Romania, 750 euros

Without going too far, a few hundred euros are enough to live in Romania. From rents to daily expenses, such as gym, fuel, food and entertainment, costs are much lower than other main European countries . It is clear that everything is parameterized to average salaries, but we can say that with € 750.00 you can easily reach the end of the month. In addition, the first aid is free, medical examinations and hospitalizations are paid only for foreigners.

Total utilities (heating, electricity, water, waste taxes) affect on average less than €90.00 per month for an apartment of 85 square meters. Not bad, eh?
It is clear that then, as in all states, living in the capital (Bucharest) will be more expensive than living in rural areas such as Cluj or Pitesti.

Panama, 700 euros

Panama, tax haven for many Europeans, the cost of living is lower than we are used to. Outside the center, an apartment can be rented for € 450 approximately , while a dinner at the restaurant costs € 8 per person. Half a liter of domestic beer costs € 0.70, while a monthly pass for public transport costs € 20. To go to the cinema, € 5 is enough. Panama is a good destination: it is a developed country, with skyscrapers and business centers. Without forgetting the paradisiacal beaches.

Malaysia, 500 euros

Another low cost destination, in Malaysia it is possible to have an apartment for rent in the city center for € 350. Utilities cost around €40 per month, while 1 km taxi ride is €0.34 . A pack of cigarettes costs € 3.50, while a single dinner at the restaurant costs €2 .

Thailand, 450 euros

Thailand is a very popular destination for europeans wishing to move abroad: the sea is a dream and relaxation is assured. Any idea on prices? The rent of a studio apartment costs less than €200 (€ 330 if you approach the city center), internet connection € 16 per month, the public transport ticket € 0.50 and 1 liter of diesel fuel € 0.73 . The prices at the restaurant are also really good: a dinner for two in a mid-range restaurant costs about € 15.

Vietnam, 400 euros

If you love food and nature, Vietnam is one of the places to go. A dinner at the restaurant costs less than € 4 , while a rental apartment outside the city center € 250 .

Saigon – Vietnam

A branded jeans is about € 30 , utilities less than € 50 per month and 1 liter of diesel costs € 0 , 74 . The cigarettes even cost €1 per pack . Healthcare has quite high costs, so it is better to take out a private policy for about € 50 per month .

Moldova, 400 euros

Moldova is a rather poor country therefore it offers very low costs compared to Italian standards. For example, the cost for the purchase of residential properties ranges from about 700 euros per square meter, which compared to 9,000 euros per square meter in a city like Rome or Milan are very little stuff. The same goes for the cost of living which is more than 70% lower than in Italy (for example). Calculations in hand, to live in an easy way just over 400 euros a month are enough, but for those who do not have big claims and are satisfied with modest conditions, even less may be enough (about 350 euros)!.

Cambodia, 350 euros

In Cambodia, in Southeast Asia, you can live in dignity with € 350 per month: renting an apartment for one person outside the center costs just over €150, with €2.50 you eat at the restaurant, with €3.50 you go to the cinema and with € 0.80 you can buy half a liter of beer. The only drawback is the health services, not of excellent quality and mostly private: a monthly policy for an adult costs around € 45.

Philippines, 300 euros

The Philippines are also very cheap: about 300/350 euros are enough to live, for example, in the Cebu area, one of the most developed in the country. The cost of an apartment is about €150 per month, while with another € 150 you can meet the various expenses and utilities. The cost of a local transport ticket is € 0.16, while the internet is a bit more expensive: € 42 per month. On the other hand, two people can go to the restaurant and spend around € 14.

Nepal, 250 euros

Nepal wins our ranking of the cheapest countries to live in, perfect for those who love trekking: €45 is enough to rent a studio apartment outside the city center, and a dinner for couples at the restaurant costs €7. 1 kg of tomatoes costs €0.50, and a public transport ticket € 0.17. For utilities, you get by with € 40 per month, while the internet costs around €30 per month. € 2.50 is enough to go to the cinema. Private health insurance is recommended: some companies offer it for € 40 per month.

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