Living and working in Scotland
The appeal of living in Scotland continues to attract thousands of people each year.
Scotland is a modern, diverse county with excellent education and healthcare services, offering an ideal living and working environment.
Why living in Scotland is for you
Few other countries can offer cosmopolitan, modern cities within such short distances of unspoilt, rural locations.
Commuting times are low, with more than two million people living within a 60-minute drive of the main cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow.
The average commuting distance across Scotland is between five and six kilometres with almost 90 percent of workers living within 25 kilometres of their workplace.
Benefits of living and working here include:
- Scotland is an unparalleled tourist destination, with breathtaking scenery and cultural attractions
- Five main international airports serve over 150 destinations with a variety of scheduled and chartered flights
- Excellent transports links to the rest of the UK and across the globe
Culture and quality of life in Scotland
Scotland offers a multicultural society, a temperate climate and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Scotland’s cities all offer something unique for residents.
Activities and pursuits for all ages and tastes can be found across the country.
Scotland offers:
- Cities with diverse industries, exciting nightlife, enthralling history and outstanding shops
- Free healthcare provided by the National Health Service, regardless of social security contributions
- Warm and welcoming people
- A free education system and some of the world’s most respected universities
Visit TalentScotland to learn more about living and working in Scotland