Moving to Vanuatu from Democratic Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Vanuatu? 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 Vanuatu 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
VU
12.5

Vanuatu 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
VU
$141
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CD
1.9
VU
1.6

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Vanuatu leads in health coverage index.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

CD
72.0
VU
57.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CD
0.1t
VU
0.9t

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on environment, though Vanuatu 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
VU
1.1
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

CD
23.2%
VU
66.0%

Vanuatu performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CD
4.5%
VU
5.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CD
$1,500
VU
$3,000

Vanuatu 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
VU
75.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CD
60.9
VU
14.3

Vanuatu generally does better on family life, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in education spending.

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

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Vanuatu

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

Vanuatu passport holder visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu?

Connectivity is usually fine (Vanuatu: 1.1 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Vanuatu offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Vanuatu safe for expats?

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

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

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Vanuatu leads in health coverage index. There are 1.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Vanuatu, compared to 1.9 in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Vanuatu scores 47 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Democratic Republic of the Congo: 42).

What language do they speak in Vanuatu?

The official languages in Vanuatu are Bislama, English and French. In Democratic Republic of the Congo, the official languages are French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba.

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At a Glance

CD VU
Population 108,407,721 308,043
Currency Congolese Franc (CDF) Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba Bislama, English, French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +243 +678
Time zones 2 1