Sri Lanka has been ranked as the world’s most family-friendly country, according to a new report highlighted by Condé Nast Traveller.
The ranking comes from a study by Remitly, an American remittance company, which launched a new Immigration Index to help individuals considering relocation. The report, released in March 2025, evaluates 82 countries based on 24 factors, including healthcare quality, economic strength, safety, and digital connectivity, assigning each a total score of 100.
One key factor in the rankings was a country’s family-friendliness, which considered aspects such as education quality, accessibility, and childcare affordability.
Sri Lanka topped the list due to its strong education system, scoring 0.7 out of 1.0, and its low annual childcare cost of just $354.60 per year—a stark contrast to the United States, which ranked 10th with an annual childcare cost of $16,439.40.
Top 10 Most Family-Friendly Countries in 2025
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Norway
New Zealand
Iceland
Germany
Finland
Denmark
Australia
United States
The recognition positions Sri Lanka as a prime destination for families seeking a balanced and affordable lifestyle, reinforcing its global reputation for education, affordability, and quality of life.
