Moving to Cuba from Democratic Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Cuba? 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 Cuba compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CD
16.3
CU
5.4

Cuba performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

CD
$58
CU
$2,575
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CD
1.9
CU
94.3

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Cuba 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

CD
72.0
CU
31.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CD
0.1t
CU
1.9t

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on environment, though Cuba 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

CD
0.0
CU
2.9
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CD
0.2%
CU
23.9%

Cuba generally does better on infrastructure, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CD
4.5%
CU
1.2%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CD
$1,500
CU
$12,300

Cuba performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CD
61.8 yrs
CU
79.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CD
60.9
CU
4.1

Cuba performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Democratic Republic of the Congo and Cuba. To live, work, or study long-term in Cuba, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Cuba's immigration authority.

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Cuba

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Cuba.
Cuba passport

Cuba passport holder visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Cuba passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Cuba?

Connectivity is usually fine (Cuba: 2.9 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Cuba offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Cuba safe for expats?

Cuba performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Cuba compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Cuba leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 94.3 doctors per 10,000 people in Cuba, compared to 1.9 in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Cuba scores 83 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Democratic Republic of the Congo: 42).

What language do they speak in Cuba?

The official language in Cuba is Spanish. In Democratic Republic of the Congo, the official languages are French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba.

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At a Glance

CD CU
Population 108,407,721 11,008,112
Currency Congolese Franc (CDF) Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba Spanish
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +243 +53
Time zones 2 1
Emergency number 106