Moving to Montserrat from Burundi

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Burundi to Montserrat, and you’d need to navigate life in English. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Montserrat compared to Burundi.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2018

per 100,000 people per year

BI
5.8
MS
0.0

Montserrat performs significantly better than Burundi 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

BI
0.0
MS
72.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

BI
5.8%
MS
56.2%

Montserrat performs significantly better than Burundi across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

BI
0.9%
MS
5.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BI
$900
MS
$34,000

Burundi generally does better on employment & economy, though Montserrat leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

BI
67.4 yrs
MS
75.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BI
37.8
MS
10.4

Montserrat performs significantly better than Burundi across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Burundi 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.

Burundi passport

Burundi passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Burundi passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Montserrat.

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 Burundi across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Montserrat is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 5.8 in Burundi.

What language do they speak in Montserrat?

The official language in Montserrat is English. In Burundi, the official languages are French and Kirundi.

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At a Glance

BI MS
Population 12,696,478 5,414
Currency Burundian Franc (BIF) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages French, Kirundi English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +257 +1664
Time zones 1 1