Moving to Sao Tome and Principe from Anguilla

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Anguilla to Sao Tome and Principe? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Anguilla to Sao Tome and Principe, and you’d need to navigate life in Portuguese. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Sao Tome and Principe compared to Anguilla.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2014

per 100,000 people per year

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28.3
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3.2

Sao Tome and Principe performs significantly better than Anguilla 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

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32.1
ST
2.0

Anguilla performs better than Sao Tome and Principe across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

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8.0%
ST
14.2%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

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$12,200
ST
$5,500

Anguilla performs better than Sao Tome and Principe across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

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82.2 yrs
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67.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

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3.1
ST
44.4

Anguilla generally does better on family life, though Sao Tome and Principe leads in education spending.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Sao Tome and Principe passport

Sao Tome and Principe passport holder visiting Anguilla

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Sao Tome and Principe 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 Sao Tome and Principe?

Connectivity is usually fine (Sao Tome and Principe: 2.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Sao Tome and Principe offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Sao Tome and Principe safe for expats?

Sao Tome and Principe performs significantly better than Anguilla across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Sao Tome and Principe is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 28.3 in Anguilla.

What language do they speak in Sao Tome and Principe?

The official language in Sao Tome and Principe is Portuguese. In Anguilla, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

AI ST
Population 18,741 217,164
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STD)
Languages English Portuguese
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1264 +239
Time zones 1 1