Moving to Central African Republic from Burkina Faso

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Burkina Faso to Central African Republic? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Central African Republic compared to Burkina Faso.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

BF
27.8
CF
25.9

Central African Republic performs significantly better than Burkina Faso across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

BF
$224
CF
$137
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

BF
1.5
CF
0.2

Burkina Faso generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Central African Republic leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

BF
84.0
CF
98.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

BF
0.3t
CF
0.1t

Burkina Faso generally does better on environment, though Central African Republic leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

BF
0.1
CF
0.0
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

BF
7.8%
CF
0.3%

Burkina Faso generally does better on infrastructure, though Central African Republic leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

BF
5.3%
CF
6.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BF
$2,500
CF
$1,000

Burkina Faso performs better than Central African Republic across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

BF
63.4 yrs
CF
55.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BF
49.4
CF
83.0

Burkina Faso performs better than Central African Republic across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Burkina Faso passport

Burkina Faso passport holder visiting Central African Republic

Visa Free
Burkina Faso passport holders can enter Central African Republic without a visa.
Central African Republic passport

Central African Republic passport holder visiting Burkina Faso

Visa Free
Central African Republic passport holders can enter Burkina Faso 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 Central African Republic?

Connectivity is usually fine (Central African Republic: 0.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Central African Republic offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Central African Republic safe for expats?

Central African Republic performs significantly better than Burkina Faso across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Central African Republic compared to Burkina Faso?

Burkina Faso generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Central African Republic leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 0.2 doctors per 10,000 people in Central African Republic, compared to 1.5 in Burkina Faso. Central African Republic scores 32 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Burkina Faso: 40).

What language do they speak in Central African Republic?

The official languages in Central African Republic are French and Sango. In Burkina Faso, the official language is French.

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At a Glance

BF CF
Population 21,935,389 5,454,533
Currency CFA Franc BCEAO (F CFA) CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA)
Languages French French, Sango
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +226 +236
Time zones 1 1