Moving to Trinidad and Tobago from Burkina Faso

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Burkina Faso to Trinidad and Tobago? 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 Trinidad and Tobago compared to Burkina Faso.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

BF
27.8
TT
5.0

Trinidad and Tobago 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
TT
$2,244
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

BF
1.5
TT
41.9

Burkina Faso generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Trinidad and Tobago leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

BF
84.0
TT
20.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

BF
0.3t
TT
19.6t

Burkina Faso generally does better on environment, though Trinidad and Tobago leads in air pollution deaths.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

BF
0.1
TT
25.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

BF
7.8%
TT
20.3%

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on infrastructure, though Burkina Faso 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%
TT
4.2%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BF
$2,500
TT
$28,500

Trinidad and Tobago performs significantly better than Burkina Faso 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
TT
75.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BF
49.4
TT
15.8

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on family life, though Burkina Faso leads in education spending.

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Ouagadougou Rain: 29.3 in/yr (744 mm)
95° / 71°F

Avg. annual high / low

Port Of Spain Rain: 55.4 in/yr (1408 mm)
89° / 72°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Ouagadougou Port Of Spain
Jan–Mar 96°/67°F (36°/20°C) 89°/68°F (32°/20°C)
Apr–Jun 99°/78°F (37°/26°C) 91°/73°F (33°/23°C)
Jul–Sep 89°/72°F (32°/22°C) 89°/73°F (32°/23°C)
Oct–Dec 95°/67°F (35°/20°C) 89°/72°F (32°/22°C)
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Month Ouagadougou Port Of Spain
Jan 91°/62°F (32.9°/16.5°C) 88°/68°F (31.0°/20.0°C)
Feb 96°/66°F (35.8°/19.1°C) 89°/68°F (31.5°/20.2°C)
Mar 101°/74°F (38.3°/23.5°C) 90°/69°F (32.3°/20.7°C)
Apr 103°/80°F (39.3°/26.4°C) 91°/72°F (33.0°/22.0°C)
May 100°/79°F (37.7°/26.1°C) 92°/73°F (33.1°/23.0°C)
Jun 94°/75°F (34.7°/24.1°C) 89°/74°F (31.5°/23.3°C)
Jul 90°/73°F (32.1°/22.8°C) 88°/73°F (31.3°/23.0°C)
Aug 88°/72°F (31.1°/22.2°C) 89°/73°F (31.7°/23.0°C)
Sep 90°/72°F (32.5°/22.4°C) 90°/74°F (32.2°/23.1°C)
Oct 96°/73°F (35.6°/23.0°C) 90°/73°F (32.2°/22.6°C)
Nov 97°/67°F (35.9°/19.6°C) 89°/72°F (31.5°/22.3°C)
Dec 92°/62°F (33.4°/16.9°C) 88°/70°F (31.1°/21.0°C)

Data: Agence Nationale de la Météorologie du Burkina Faso Agence Nationale de la Météorologie du Burkina Faso, Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Burkina Faso passport

Burkina Faso passport holder visiting Trinidad and Tobago

Visa Required
Burkina Faso passport holders need a visa to enter Trinidad and Tobago.
Trinidad and Tobago passport

Trinidad and Tobago passport holder visiting Burkina Faso

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Trinidad and Tobago passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Burkina Faso.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Trinidad and Tobago?

Connectivity is usually fine (Trinidad and Tobago: 25.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Trinidad and Tobago offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Trinidad and Tobago safe for expats?

Trinidad and Tobago performs significantly better than Burkina Faso across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Trinidad and Tobago compared to Burkina Faso?

Burkina Faso generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Trinidad and Tobago leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 41.9 doctors per 10,000 people in Trinidad and Tobago, compared to 1.5 in Burkina Faso. Trinidad and Tobago scores 75 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Burkina Faso: 40).

What's the weather like in Trinidad and Tobago compared to Burkina Faso?

The average high temperature in Port Of Spain is 89°F, compared to 95°F in Ouagadougou. Port Of Spain receives around 55.4 in of rainfall per year, while Ouagadougou gets 29.3 in.

What language do they speak in Trinidad and Tobago?

The official language in Trinidad and Tobago is English. In Burkina Faso, the official language is French.

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At a Glance

BF TT
Population 21,935,389 1,405,646
Currency CFA Franc BCEAO (F CFA) Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD)
Languages French English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +226 +1868
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 990