Moving to South Africa from Anguilla

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Anguilla to South Africa? 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 South Africa compared to Anguilla.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

AI
28.3
ZA
45.5

Anguilla performs better than South Africa 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
ZA
3.3
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

AI
81.6%
ZA
72.0%

Anguilla performs better than South Africa across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

AI
8.0%
ZA
28.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AI
$12,200
ZA
$14,300

South Africa generally does better on employment & economy, though Anguilla leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AI
82.2 yrs
ZA
65.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AI
3.1
ZA
25.9

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

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

South Africa passport

South Africa passport holder visiting Anguilla

Visa Online (e-Visa)
South Africa 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 South Africa?

Connectivity is usually fine (South Africa: 3.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does South Africa offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is South Africa safe for expats?

Anguilla performs better than South Africa across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in South Africa is 45.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 28.3 in Anguilla.

What language do they speak in South Africa?

The official languages in South Africa are Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Southern Ndebele, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa and Zulu. In Anguilla, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

AI ZA
Population 18,741 57,516,665
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) South African Rand (ZAR)
Languages English Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Southern Ndebele, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1264 +27
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 10111