Bera, Bangladesh

Living in Bera is a gritty affair, with just 39,604 residents and a literacy rate of only 52.2%. The local government is a cesspool of corruption, with the mayor repeatedly arrested on charges of embezzling millions and even assaulting city officials. Bureaucratic headaches are a persistent issue, as authorities have cracked down on the mayor's operation of an illegal private port. Overall, Bera offers little to attract the average expat - this is a town best avoided by those seeking a smooth, stable life abroad.