Moving to Gambia from American Samoa

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What to Expect

Considering a move from American Samoa to Gambia? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Gambia compared to American Samoa.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

AS
0.0t
GM
0.2t

American Samoa performs better than Gambia across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

AS
40.3%
GM
33.0%

American Samoa performs better than Gambia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

AS
29.8%
GM
6.5%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AS
$11,200
GM
$2,900

American Samoa generally does better on employment & economy, though Gambia leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AS
75.3 yrs
GM
67.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AS
10.1
GM
37.2

American Samoa performs better than Gambia across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between American Samoa and Gambia. To live, work, or study long-term in Gambia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Gambia's immigration authority.

Gambia passport

Gambia passport holder visiting American Samoa

Visa Required
Gambia passport holders need a visa to enter American Samoa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Gambia?

From major Gambia cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in American Samoa and Gambia are what actually decide it long-term.

What language do they speak in Gambia?

The official language in Gambia is English. In American Samoa, the official languages are English and Samoan.

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At a Glance

AS GM
Population 45,443 2,413,403
Currency United States Dollar ($) Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Languages English, Samoan English
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +1684 +220
Time zones 1 1