Moving to Saint Lucia from Democratic Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Saint Lucia, 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 Saint Lucia 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
LC
8.9

Saint Lucia 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
LC
$1,228
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CD
1.9
LC
6.5

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Saint Lucia 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
LC
20.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CD
0.1t
LC
1.7t

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on environment, though Saint Lucia 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
LC
10.8
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CD
0.2%
LC
14.3%

Saint Lucia 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%
LC
11.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CD
$1,500
LC
$22,700

Saint Lucia generally does better on employment & economy, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CD
61.8 yrs
LC
79.0 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CD
60.9
LC
12.0

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

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Saint Lucia

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

Saint Lucia passport holder visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Saint Lucia 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 Saint Lucia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Saint Lucia: 10.8 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Saint Lucia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Saint Lucia safe for expats?

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

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

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Saint Lucia leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 6.5 doctors per 10,000 people in Saint Lucia, compared to 1.9 in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Saint Lucia scores 77 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Democratic Republic of the Congo: 42).

What language do they speak in Saint Lucia?

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

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At a Glance

CD LC
Population 108,407,721 167,122
Currency Congolese Franc (CDF) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +243 +1758
Time zones 2 1