Moving to Bhutan from Aruba

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Aruba to Bhutan — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Aruba to Bhutan, and you’d need to navigate life in Dzongkha. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Aruba to Bhutan.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

AW
1.9
BT
2.5

Aruba performs better than Bhutan across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

AW
5.1t
BT
2.0t

Bhutan performs significantly better than Aruba 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

AW
17.7
BT
0.4

Aruba performs better than Bhutan across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

AW
7.7%
BT
5.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2022

a broad measure of economic output per person

AW
$42,300
BT
$14,000

Aruba generally does better on employment & economy, though Bhutan leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AW
78.0 yrs
BT
72.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AW
12.1
BT
27.0

Aruba generally does better on family life, though Bhutan leads in education spending.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Bhutan passport

Bhutan passport holder visiting Aruba

Visa Required
Bhutan passport holders need a visa to enter Aruba.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Bhutan?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Bhutan has 0.4 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Bhutan safe for expats?

Aruba performs better than Bhutan across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Bhutan is 2.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.9 in Aruba.

What language do they speak in Bhutan?

The official language in Bhutan is Dzongkha. In Aruba, the official languages are Dutch and Papiamento.

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At a Glance

AW BT
Population 122,320 867,775
Currency Aruban Florin (AWG) Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)
Languages Dutch, Papiamento Dzongkha
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +297 +975
Time zones 1 1