Best Countries for International Medical Graduates in Southeast Asia ($2,000-$4,000/month, 2026)

Singapore ranks #1 for international medical graduates in Southeast Asia with a budget of $2,000-$4,000/month, scoring 77/100 on a persona-weighted composite of the metrics that matter most for this lifestyle.

3 countries ranked

Country rankings

#1🇸🇬

Singapore

Score: 77/100
Visa Accessibility
78
Salary Potential
54
Path to PR
50
View Singapore guideSingapore vs Thailand
#2🇹🇭

Thailand

Score: 73/100
Visa Accessibility
78
Salary Potential
9
Path to PR
70
View Thailand guideSingapore vs Thailand
#3🇻🇳

Vietnam

Score: 67/100
Visa Accessibility
44
Salary Potential
4
Path to PR
70
View Vietnam guideSingapore vs Vietnam

How we rank

Countries ranked by weighted composite score factoring visa accessibility, cost of living, salary potential, expat satisfaction, language requirements, and path to residency. Weights vary by persona.

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