Moving to Jamaica from Anguilla

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Anguilla to Jamaica? 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 Jamaica compared to Anguilla.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

AI
28.3
JM
53.3

Anguilla performs better than Jamaica across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

AI
32.1
JM
15.0
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

AI
81.6%
JM
82.0%

Anguilla generally does better on infrastructure, though Jamaica leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

AI
8.0%
JM
4.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AI
$12,200
JM
$10,300

Jamaica generally does better on employment & economy, though Anguilla leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AI
82.2 yrs
JM
75.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AI
3.1
JM
11.2

Anguilla generally does better on family life, though Jamaica leads in education spending.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Jamaica passport

Jamaica passport holder visiting Anguilla

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Jamaica passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Anguilla.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Jamaica?

Connectivity is usually fine (Jamaica: 15.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Jamaica offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Jamaica safe for expats?

Anguilla performs better than Jamaica across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Jamaica is 53.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 28.3 in Anguilla.

What language do they speak in Jamaica?

The official languages in Jamaica are English and Jamaican Patois. In Anguilla, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

AI JM
Population 18,741 2,818,596
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
Languages English English, Jamaican Patois
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1264 +1
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 119