Get answers to common questions about NationMatch — how country scoring works, what data sources are used, and how to plan your international relocation.
NationMatch is a data-driven relocation platform that helps you discover the best country to move to based on your personal priorities. We cover 196 countries across 79 parameters including safety, healthcare, cost of living, civil rights, climate, and more.
Yes, the core country matching quiz is completely free. You can take the questionnaire, get your top 3 ranked country matches, save 1 profile, set 1 alert, and browse all 196 country profiles at no cost. NationMatch Plus unlocks full rankings, unlimited saves, and all premium tools.
No account is needed to take the quiz and view your top results — your responses are saved in your browser. However, creating a free account lets you save favorite countries, store questionnaire profiles, track your relocation progress on your dashboard, and access community features.
Click "Take Quiz" in the navigation menu. You'll first choose any countries you want to exclude, then answer questions about your priorities across categories like safety, healthcare, economy, climate, and rights. Each question lets you rate how important that factor is to you. Your results are generated instantly.
We source data from 23 trusted international organizations including the World Health Organization (WHO), World Bank, Freedom House, ILGA, Global Peace Index, Transparency International, Numbeo, and more. Every country score is backed by real data, and we show you exactly which sources inform each metric — no black boxes.
Our matching algorithm evaluates 79 parameters across 11 categories. While no algorithm can perfectly predict where you'll be happiest, our system provides a data-driven starting point based on your stated priorities. We recommend using your results as a research guide, not a final decision. Always do your own on-the-ground research before relocating.
No. NationMatch is fully data-neutral. All country scores, rankings, and comparisons are derived exclusively from published data produced by independent international organizations. NationMatch does not inject editorial opinions, subjective assessments, or commentary into any country's evaluation. No country, government, or organization can pay to influence their ranking. Your results are determined entirely by third-party data and the priorities you set.
We update our data periodically as new reports are published by our source organizations. Major indices like the Human Development Index, Global Peace Index, and Democracy Index are typically released annually. We aim to reflect the latest available data within each update cycle.
Our parameters span 11 categories: Legal & Political Environment, Economic & Financial Factors, Lifestyle & Quality of Life, Social & Human Factors, Environment & Sustainability, Personal Development & Wellbeing, Logistics & Mobility, Technology & Innovation, Future-Proofing & Resilience, Emotional & Intuitive Alignment, and Animals & Pet Relocation. Examples include personal safety, healthcare quality, cost of living, internet freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, press freedom, air quality, digital infrastructure, and visa accessibility.
Yes. Every country profile shows the specific data sources behind each parameter score. You can also visit our Data Sources page and Methodology page from the Explore menu for a full breakdown of our scoring approach and the organizations we reference.
Yes! The Compare tool lets you compare countries across all parameters with winner indicators, key differences, and overall scores. Free users can compare 2 countries at a time, while NationMatch Plus members can compare unlimited countries simultaneously.
We offer several AI tools including personalized Relocation Roadmaps, an Expert Chat advisor, Relocation Twin (simulated week abroad), Cultural Fit Quiz, Day in the Life stories, Risk Assessment, Salary Negotiation guidance, and Neighborhood Explorer. These generate personalized insights based on your specific situation.
The Cost Calculator helps you estimate monthly living expenses in any country. It covers housing, food, transportation, utilities, healthcare, and entertainment so you can plan your budget before relocating.
Country Alerts notify you when there are significant changes to a country's data, such as safety updates, visa policy changes, or cost of living shifts. Free users get 1 alert, while Plus members can set unlimited alerts.
The Document Vault is a secure, PIN-protected space to organize and track your relocation documents — visa applications, housing contracts, insurance policies, and more. It keeps everything in one place so nothing falls through the cracks.
NationMatch Plus ($17.99/month or $129/year) unlocks: full country rankings (not just top 3), deep compare with unlimited countries, unlimited alerts and saved profiles, and all premium AI tools including Financial Runway, Salary Tool, Risk Assessment, Cultural Fit, Relocation Twin, Neighborhood Explorer, and the Document Vault.
Yes. You can cancel your NationMatch Plus subscription at any time through your account settings. You'll continue to have access until the end of your current billing period. There are no cancellation fees or long-term commitments.
The free tier itself serves as a trial — you can use the core quiz, view top 3 results, browse all country profiles, and try free tools before deciding to upgrade. This way you can see exactly how the platform works before committing.
Once subscribed, you can manage your plan, update payment methods, or cancel through the Paddle Customer Portal. Access it from your Dashboard or the Upgrade page.
No. We do not sell, share, or monetize your personal data. Your questionnaire responses are stored locally in your browser unless you create an account. If you do create an account, your data is stored securely and used only to provide you with your results and saved preferences.
If you use NationMatch without an account, your quiz responses are stored only in your browser's local storage. If you create an account, your data is stored in encrypted databases. The Document Vault adds an extra layer of security with a personal PIN code.
Yes. You can request account deletion at any time. This will permanently remove your profile, saved questionnaires, favorites, alerts, and all associated data from our systems.
No. NationMatch is an informational and research platform. We provide data-driven insights and AI-powered analysis to help you explore relocation options, but we do not provide legal advice, process visa applications, or arrange travel. We always recommend consulting qualified immigration professionals for legal matters.
NationMatch covers all 196 recognized countries worldwide. Every country has a detailed profile with scores across all 79 parameters, visa information, cost of living data, and relocation guides.
We take data accuracy seriously. If you spot something that looks wrong, email us at Support@NationMatch.com with the country name and parameter in question. We investigate all reports and update our data accordingly.
Yes. NationMatch is fully responsive and works on mobile phones, tablets, and desktops. The entire experience — quiz, results, tools, and dashboard — is optimized for all screen sizes.