Moving to United Kingdom from Dominica

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Dominica to United Kingdom? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Dominica to United Kingdom. Expect a noticeable climate shift — London averages 60°F vs 85°F in Roseau, making it significantly cooler.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Dominica to United Kingdom.

Living there in 2020
8,625 ↑ 13% vs 2015

people born in Dominica live in United Kingdom · UN DESA

Who's moving to United Kingdom?

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

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in United Kingdom compared to Dominica.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

DM
13.8
GB
1.0
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

DM
11.0
GB
2.4

United Kingdom performs significantly better than Dominica across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

DM
$968
GB
$6,606
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

DM
11.2
GB
31.7

United Kingdom generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Dominica leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

DM
1.3t
GB
4.2t

Dominica performs better than United Kingdom across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

DM
19.5
GB
41.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

DM
10.0%
GB
14.3%

United Kingdom generally does better on infrastructure, though Dominica leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

DM
23.0%
GB
4.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

DM
$15,900
GB
$54,100

United Kingdom performs significantly better than Dominica across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

DM
78.2 yrs
GB
81.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

DM
11.3
GB
3.8

United Kingdom generally does better on family life, though Dominica leads in education spending.

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Roseau Rain: 101.4 in/yr (2575 mm)
85° / 74°F

Avg. annual high / low

London Rain: 22.0 in/yr (558 mm)
60° / 46°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Roseau London
Jan–Mar 82°/71°F (28°/22°C) 49°/38°F (9°/3°C)
Apr–Jun 85°/74°F (30°/24°C) 64°/48°F (18°/9°C)
Jul–Sep 87°/76°F (30°/24°C) 72°/56°F (22°/13°C)
Oct–Dec 84°/73°F (29°/23°C) 53°/43°F (12°/6°C)
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Month Roseau London
Jan 82°/71°F (28.0°/21.8°C) 47°/38°F (8.1°/3.1°C)
Feb 82°/71°F (28.0°/21.6°C) 47°/37°F (8.6°/2.7°C)
Mar 83°/71°F (28.4°/21.8°C) 53°/40°F (11.6°/4.6°C)
Apr 84°/72°F (29.1°/22.5°C) 58°/43°F (14.6°/5.9°C)
May 85°/75°F (29.6°/23.7°C) 65°/48°F (18.1°/8.9°C)
Jun 86°/76°F (30.1°/24.5°C) 70°/53°F (21.0°/11.8°C)
Jul 86°/76°F (30.2°/24.6°C) 74°/57°F (23.4°/13.7°C)
Aug 87°/76°F (30.5°/24.3°C) 74°/57°F (23.1°/13.8°C)
Sep 87°/75°F (30.4°/23.8°C) 68°/53°F (20.0°/11.4°C)
Oct 84°/74°F (29.0°/23.2°C) 60°/48°F (15.5°/8.8°C)
Nov 85°/73°F (29.6°/22.8°C) 52°/42°F (11.3°/5.8°C)
Dec 83°/72°F (28.6°/22.2°C) 47°/38°F (8.4°/3.4°C)

Data: Met Office Met Office

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Dominica and United Kingdom. To live, work, or study long-term in United Kingdom, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check United Kingdom's immigration authority.

Dominica passport

Dominica passport holder visiting United Kingdom

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Dominica passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to United Kingdom.
United Kingdom passport

United Kingdom passport holder visiting Dominica

Visa Free
United Kingdom passport holders can enter Dominica 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 United Kingdom?

Connectivity is usually fine (United Kingdom: 41.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does United Kingdom offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is United Kingdom safe for expats?

United Kingdom performs significantly better than Dominica across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in United Kingdom is 1.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 13.8 in Dominica.

How is healthcare in United Kingdom compared to Dominica?

United Kingdom generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Dominica leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 31.7 doctors per 10,000 people in United Kingdom, compared to 11.2 in Dominica. United Kingdom scores 88 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Dominica: 49).

What's the weather like in United Kingdom compared to Dominica?

The average high temperature in London is 60°F, compared to 85°F in Roseau. London receives around 22.0 in of rainfall per year, while Roseau gets 101.4 in.

What language do they speak in United Kingdom?

Both Dominica and United Kingdom share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

DM GB
Population 74,629 67,791,400
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) British Pound Sterling (£)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1767 +44
Time zones 1 9
Emergency number 999