Moving to Anguilla from Bahamas
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before relocating from Bahamas to Anguilla — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.
If you moved from Bahamas to Anguilla.
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Key Indicator Comparison
Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Bahamas to Anguilla.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
Anguilla performs significantly better than Bahamas across all safety metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
share of households with internet
Bahamas generally does better on infrastructure, though Anguilla leads in broadband per 100 people.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
share of people below the poverty line
Bahamas generally does better on employment & economy, though Anguilla leads in unemployment rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
Anguilla performs significantly better than Bahamas across all family life metrics.
Sources: World Bank (2022–2025), The World Factbook (2002–2022), United Nations SDG Indicators (2014–2022). How we calculate this
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Bahamas and Anguilla. To live, work, or study long-term in Anguilla, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Anguilla's immigration authority.
Bahamas passport holder visiting Anguilla
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Anguilla?
Internet is rarely the blocker — Anguilla has 32.1 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 Anguilla safe for expats?
Anguilla performs significantly better than Bahamas across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Anguilla is 28.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 32.2 in Bahamas.
What language do they speak in Anguilla?
Both Bahamas and Anguilla share the same official language: English.
