Barreiros, Brazil

With a population of just 42,056, Barreiros is a sleepy backwater that offers little to entice the average expat. The bureaucratic red tape here is a persistent headache, and getting anything done can feel like navigating a maze. While the local culture has its charms, the climate is oppressive and crime remains a nagging concern. This is a place for the hardy few who can stomach the hassle - everyone else would be better off looking elsewhere.