Moving to Montserrat from Antigua and Barbuda

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What to Expect

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

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Antigua and Barbuda to Montserrat.

Living there in 2020
116 ↑ 1% vs 2015

people born in Antigua and Barbuda live in Montserrat · UN DESA

Who's moving to Montserrat?

Top countries of origin for Montserrat's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Montserrat compared to Antigua and Barbuda.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

AG
10.7
MS
0.0

Montserrat performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda 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

AG
10.6
MS
72.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

AG
96.0%
MS
56.2%

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

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2017

percentage of the labour force without work

AG
11.0%
MS
5.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AG
$28,700
MS
$34,000

Montserrat 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
MS
75.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AG
14.3
MS
10.4

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

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Antigua and Barbuda passport

Antigua and Barbuda passport holder visiting Montserrat

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

Connectivity is usually fine (Montserrat: 72.6 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Montserrat offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Montserrat safe for expats?

Montserrat performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Montserrat is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 10.7 in Antigua and Barbuda.

What language do they speak in Montserrat?

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

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At a Glance

AG MS
Population 100,335 5,414
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1268 +1664
Time zones 1 1