Moving to Estonia from Democratic Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Estonia? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Estonia, and you’d need to navigate life in Estonian.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Estonia.

Moved in 2020
1

people moved from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Estonia · OECD (latest data available)

Who's moving to Estonia?

Top countries of origin for Estonia's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Estonia 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
EE
4.4

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

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

CD
$58
EE
$3,741
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CD
1.9
EE
34.4

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Estonia 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
EE
13.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CD
0.1t
EE
7.8t

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on environment, though Estonia 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
EE
40.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CD
0.2%
EE
10.8%

Estonia 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%
EE
6.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CD
$1,500
EE
$42,000

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on employment & economy, though Estonia leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CD
61.8 yrs
EE
77.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CD
60.9
EE
3.4

Estonia 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 Estonia. To live, work, or study long-term in Estonia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Estonia's immigration authority.

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Estonia

Visa Required
Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa to enter Estonia.
Estonia passport

Estonia passport holder visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Estonia 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 Estonia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Estonia: 40.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Estonia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Estonia safe for expats?

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

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

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Estonia leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 34.4 doctors per 10,000 people in Estonia, compared to 1.9 in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Estonia scores 79 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Democratic Republic of the Congo: 42).

What language do they speak in Estonia?

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

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At a Glance

CD EE
Population 108,407,721 1,211,524
Currency Congolese Franc (CDF) Euro (€)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba Estonian
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +243 +372
Time zones 2 1
Emergency number 112