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 The nations with the highest and lowest average life expectancies for retired expatriates have been disclosed.
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 The study was conducted by expatriate insurance provider William Russell, examining the average life expectancy for individuals aged 60 and above across different countries worldwide.
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 The team clarifies: "By concentrating on life expectancy at age 60 instead of at birth, our aim is to solely focus on present health conditions for those who are senior citizens, avoiding predictions about their well-being several decades into the future." This approach aims to highlight potential destinations where one can lead a more healthy lifestyle during retirement.
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 <a href="https://www.william-russell.com/blog/longevity-locations/">
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 Additionally, they examined the average number of healthy years experienced post-retirement across different countries.
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 Moreover, both the USA and UK fail to appear among the top 10 healthiest places for retirees.
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 Continue reading for the complete ranking and share in the comments below where you're dreaming of relocating to...
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 The longest life expectancies
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 Japan
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 Japan
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  leads the rankings for longevity past the age of 60, with inhabitants typically reaching an average age of 86.4, having lived an additional 26.4 years since then.
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 On average, at least 20 of these years are spent in good health.
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 William Russell says: ‘Japan
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 regularly registering some of the longest lifespans annually.
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 There are numerous theories explaining why the Japanese enjoy lengthy lifespans and excellent health, often crediting their dietary habits—such as eating plenty of fish and vegetables—as well as traditional cooking techniques that have historically avoided unhealthy methods and additives.
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 South Korea
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 After reaching 60 years old, South Koreans can expect to live an additional 26.2 years, bringing their total life expectancy to 86.2 years, with approximately 19 of those years being healthy. This places South Korea closely following Japan in terms of longevity post-60.
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 William Russell states: 'South Korea boasts a nutritious cuisine characterized by an abundance of fresh fruits and veggies, along with fish and poultry.'
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 'The nation boasts a subsidized health care system that is readily available to inhabitants, with individuals typically bearing just 20 percent of the cost of their medical services on average.'
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 This system is financed through National Health Insurance contributions, set at 5 percent for people who are employed, with the self-employed paying varying rates according to their income.
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 Singapore
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 Singapore completes the top three, where people are projected to live an additional 26.1 years beyond their sixtieth birthday (up to 86.1 years total), with approximately twenty of those years being healthy on average.
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 William Russell discloses: 'Singapore stands as a highly advanced nation in Southeast Asia that has undergone significant improvements in public health over the past few decades thanks to forward-thinking policy initiatives.'
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 These encompass high levies on tobacco and alcoholic beverages, initiatives for promoting an energetic lifestyle and nutritious eating habits, along with ensuring easily reachable public parks for citizens.
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 The shortest life expectancies
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 South Africa
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 At the bottom of the list for life expectancy is South Africa, where people are projected to live an additional 15.3 years past the age of 60, reaching up to 75.3 years old on average; however, they typically enjoy good health during only about 11 of these years due to various factors.
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 William Russell states: 'The nation grapples with immense inequality, leading to varied health results among different communities.'
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 Although the apartheid era concluded in the early 1990s, subsequent administrations have failed to implement comprehensive health policies for the broader public, leaving numerous individuals without access to affordable medical care.
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 Indonesia
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 In the rankings, Indonesia is positioned slightly higher than South Africa, where people live up to an average of 75.4 years, extending their life from age 60 by 15.4 years. However, out of these additional years, merely 11 years are typically enjoyed in good health.
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 William Russell states: 'For many years, Indonesia has faced severe issues due to extremely high levels of air pollution.'
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 'Over 90 percent of the nation's residents live in urban areas where the contamination levels surpass those recommended by the World Health Organization.'
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 India
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 India stands at the third-lowest position on the ranking, where people typically live an additional 15.6 years past the age of 60, reaching up to 75.6 years old on average. However, only about 11.5 of these years are enjoyed in good health.
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 William Russell states: "India is an extensive nation characterized by significant disparities in wealth between the wealthiest and the most impoverished citizens."
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 Differences in lifespan are found not just between wealthy and impoverished individuals but are also perpetuated by the nation’s historical caste system, leading those belonging to lower-ranking castes to frequently have shorter lifespans.
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 'Nonetheless, the impact of the caste system might diminish as global connectivity increases, and such factors would probably not affect an expatriate residing in the nation.'
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  LONGEST AND SHORTEST LIFE SPANS POST-60 YEARS
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      THE LONGEST
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      1) Japan - 86.6 years (26.6 years beyond 60)
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      2) South Korea - 86.2 years (26.2 years post-60)
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      3) Singapore - 86.1 years (26.1 years post age 60)
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      4) Australia - 85.7 years (25.7 years post age 60)
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      5) Switzerland - 85.4 years (25.4 years post age 60)
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      6) New Zealand - 85.1 years (25.1 years post age 60)
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      7) Spain - 85 years (25 years following 60)
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      8) France - 84.9 years (24.9 years beyond 60)
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      8) Iceland — 84.9 years (24.9 years post age 60)
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      9) Norway - 84.8 years (24.8 years post age 60)
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      THE SHORTEST
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      1) South Africa - 75.3 years (15.3 years post-60)
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      2) Indonesia - 75.4 years (15.4 years beyond 60)
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      3) India - 75.6 years (15.6 years post-60)
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      4) Moldova - 76 years (16 years beyond 60)
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      5) Kazakhstan - 76.4 years (16.4 years beyond 60)
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      6) Bulgaria - 76.8 years (16.8 years post-60)
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      6) Georgia - 76.8 years (16.8 years post-60)
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      7) Serbia - 77.2 years (17.2 years post age 60)
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      8) Oman - 77.3 years (17.3 years post-60)
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      9) North Macedonia - 77.4 years (17.4 years beyond 60)
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      Source:
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  It follows the revelation that Costa Rica was the
  <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-14464005/expat-friendly-countries-costa-rica-kuwait-mexico.html">
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 Most expatriates (88 percent) report feeling "very welcomed" in Costa Rica, and 83 percent say they feel like they belong there.
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 The outcome was derived from a poll conducted by
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  InterNations
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 Expat residents were queried regarding their social interactions, sense of belonging, ease of adapting to the cultural norms, and the hospitability of the indigenous community.
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