Moving to Gibraltar from Antigua and Barbuda

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Antigua and Barbuda to Gibraltar? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Antigua and Barbuda to Gibraltar. 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 Gibraltar compared to Antigua and Barbuda.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

AG
10.7
GI
3.2

Gibraltar 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
GI
16.1t

Antigua and Barbuda performs better than Gibraltar across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

AG
10.6
GI
70.2
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

AG
96.0%
GI
94.4%

Antigua and Barbuda generally does better on infrastructure, though Gibraltar leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2016

percentage of the labour force without work

AG
11.0%
GI
1.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AG
$28,700
GI
$61,700

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AG
77.8 yrs
GI
80.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AG
14.3
GI
6.2

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Antigua and Barbuda passport

Antigua and Barbuda passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Free
Antigua and Barbuda passport holders can enter Gibraltar 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 Gibraltar?

Connectivity is usually fine (Gibraltar: 70.2 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Gibraltar offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Gibraltar safe for expats?

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Gibraltar is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 10.7 in Antigua and Barbuda.

What language do they speak in Gibraltar?

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

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At a Glance

AG GI
Population 100,335 29,573
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Gibraltar Pound (GIP)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1268 +350
Time zones 1 1