Moving to Gabon from Central African Republic

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CF
25.9
GA
12.5

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

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

CF
$137
GA
$673
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CF
0.2
GA
4.8

Gabon 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

CF
98.0
GA
53.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CF
0.1t
GA
2.0t

Central African Republic generally does better on environment, though Gabon 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

CF
0.0
GA
3.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CF
0.3%
GA
0.5%

Gabon 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

CF
6.3%
GA
20.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CF
$1,000
GA
$19,800

Gabon generally does better on employment & economy, though Central African Republic leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CF
55.5 yrs
GA
69.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CF
83.0
GA
28.6

Gabon performs significantly 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 Central African Republic and Gabon. To live, work, or study long-term in Gabon, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Gabon's immigration authority.

Central African Republic passport

Central African Republic passport holder visiting Gabon

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

Gabon passport holder visiting Central African Republic

Visa Free
Gabon passport holders can enter Central African Republic 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 Gabon?

Connectivity is usually fine (Gabon: 3.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Gabon offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Gabon safe for expats?

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

How is healthcare in Gabon compared to Central African Republic?

Gabon generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Central African Republic leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 4.8 doctors per 10,000 people in Gabon, compared to 0.2 in Central African Republic. Gabon scores 49 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Central African Republic: 32).

What language do they speak in Gabon?

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

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At a Glance

CF GA
Population 5,454,533 2,340,613
Currency CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA) CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA)
Languages French, Sango French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +236 +241
Time zones 1 1