Which European country is most open to foreigners?

Ireland. Countless global reports have continually dubbed the people of Ireland as some of the friendliest and most welcoming to visitors in the world, and our readers feel the same, voting it into the top spot for the friendliest countries in Europe once again.



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Poland. About 73% of respondents gave the United States a favorable response. This favorability rating is the highest in Europe. Poland's positive attitudes toward the United States is rooted in President Reagan's stance against the USSR and America's help when Poland left the Soviet bloc.

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The friendliest cities in Europe: 2022 Readers' Choice Awards
  1. San Sebastián, Spain.
  2. Bruges, Belgium. ...
  3. Reykjavik, Iceland. ...
  4. Copenhagen, Denmark. ...
  5. Porto, Portugal. ...
  6. Dublin, Ireland. ...
  7. Oslo, Norway. ...
  8. Lisbon, Portugal. ...


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12 Things Not To Do In Europe
  • Do Not Litter.
  • Do Not Beckon The Waiter By Waving.
  • Do Not Use The Bicycle Lanes For Walking.
  • Do Not Skip The First Verse Of German National Anthem.
  • Do not Assume That Everyone Knows English.
  • Avoid Making Much Noise.
  • Do Not Leave A Bigger Tip Than Required.
  • Avoid Jaywalking.


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Among the top European countries visited by Americans are Italy, France, and Germany. At this time, U.S. citizens can travel to the Schengen Area for short-term stays without having to apply for a visa. In 2024, the EU plans to introduce ETIAS, the European Travel Information and Authorization System.

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In the year ending September 2021, Germany received the highest number of asylum applicants (127,730) in the EU+, followed by France (96,510).

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At the beginning of 2022, Germany hosted 1.2 million refugees. Now, in early 2023, it hosts 2.2 million. This includes over 875,000 Ukrainian refugees and nearly 665,000 Syrian refugees, as well as over 183,000 refugees from Afghanistan and 151,000 from Iraq.

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Charleston, South Carolina. Even though this town is the definition of Southern, it's also filled with countless similarities to European cities, like grand churches, cobblestone streets, and short, colorful buildings. Not to mention it was named after King Charles II of England.

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European cities like Edinburgh, Belfast, and Zurich have elements that make them feel like American destinations, with similarities in urban planning and architectural styles. Madrid, Copenhagen, and Stockholm also have aspects that evoke an American feel, such as cosmopolitan vibes and familiar cultural influences.

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