Moving to Cayman Islands from Antigua and Barbuda

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Antigua and Barbuda to Cayman Islands? 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 Cayman Islands compared to Antigua and Barbuda.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate World Bank, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

AG
10.7
KY
4.4

Cayman Islands performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

AG
3.8t
KY
5.0t

Antigua and Barbuda performs better than Cayman Islands across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people World Bank, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

AG
10.7
KY
56.4
Internet access World Bank, 2024

share of households with internet

AG
72.7%
KY
81.1%

Cayman Islands performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2014

percentage of the labour force without work

AG
11.0%
KY
4.0%
GDP per capita World Bank, 2025

a broad measure of economic output per person

AG
$24,819
KY
$104,293

Cayman Islands performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy World Bank, 2024

average years of life at birth

AG
77.8 yrs
KY
80.5 yrs
Infant mortality World Bank, 2024

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AG
7.0
KY
7.7

Antigua and Barbuda generally does better on family life, though Cayman Islands leads in life expectancy.

Sources: World Bank (2020–2025), The World Factbook (2008–2022). How we calculate this

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Antigua and Barbuda passport

Antigua and Barbuda passport holder visiting Cayman Islands

Visa Free
Antigua and Barbuda passport holders can enter Cayman Islands without a visa.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Cayman Islands?

Connectivity is usually fine (Cayman Islands: 56.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Cayman Islands offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Cayman Islands safe for expats?

Cayman Islands performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Cayman Islands is 4.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 10.7 in Antigua and Barbuda.

What language do they speak in Cayman Islands?

Both Antigua and Barbuda and Cayman Islands share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

AG KY
Population 94,209 75,844
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1268 +1345
Time zones 1 1