Where in the world it is becoming better or worse to be an immigrant

Sweden, already known for its progressive climate policy and a self-deprecating sense of humour, is being recognised as the best country in the world to be an immigrant. The Scandinavian nation was awarded the top slot based on its status as “a strong social welfare state that has long been considered a haven for migrants,” according to the rankings outlet, which releases its list of “best countries” each year.

Welcome to Sweden. Source: JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP/Getty Images

Canada was named second on the 2017 US News and World Report list, followed by Switzerland, Australia, and Germany. The United States was down in seventh place, despite being home to one-fifth of the world’s migrants as of 2015—more than any other country.

Here is the full top 10 list:

1. Sweden

2. Canada

3. Switzerland

4. Australia

5. Germany

6. Norway

7. United States

8. Netherlands

9. Finland

10. Denmark

And here are the countries that round out the end of the list:

70. Dominican Republic

71. Sri Lanka

72. India

73. Peru

74. Myanmar

75. Pakistan

76. Ghana

77. Tanzania

78. Tunisia

79. Guatemala

80. Kenya