Data Sources & Scoring Logic
Methodology
HijrahRank scores countries through a transparent mix of relocation data and Muslim-specific lived factors. The goal is a calm, inspectable ranking system: scholarly in tone, practical in use, and clear about tradeoffs.
Country selection
The launch set focuses on ten countries that are commonly considered for hijrah and are presently practical enough to compare without stretching into active war zones or highly inaccessible cases.
Scoring dimensions
Each country starts with five 10-point subscores covering Muslim life, quality of life, residency feasibility, economic practicality, and passport access, plus a modest Muslim-majority bonus used later by the ranking engine.
Passport context
Passport-specific overrides keep the seed data honest about visa friction by adjusting only the dimensions that realistically change across source nationalities, especially mobility and residency ease.