Moving to Sao Tome and Principe from Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to Sao Tome and Principe? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to Sao Tome and Principe, and you’d need to navigate life in Portuguese. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Sao Tome and Principe compared to Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas).

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

FK
27.8
ST
2.0

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) performs better than Sao Tome and Principe across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

FK
1.0%
ST
14.2%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

FK
$70,800
ST
$5,500

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) performs better than Sao Tome and Principe across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

FK
77.9 yrs
ST
67.1 yrs

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) performs better than Sao Tome and Principe across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) and Sao Tome and Principe. To live, work, or study long-term in Sao Tome and Principe, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Sao Tome and Principe's immigration authority.

Sao Tome and Principe passport

Sao Tome and Principe passport holder visiting Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Visa Required
Sao Tome and Principe passport holders need a visa to enter Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas).

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Sao Tome and Principe?

Connectivity is usually fine (Sao Tome and Principe: 2.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Sao Tome and Principe offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

What language do they speak in Sao Tome and Principe?

The official language in Sao Tome and Principe is Portuguese. In Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the official language is English.

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At a Glance

FK ST
Population 3,198 217,164
Currency Falkland Islands Pound (FKP) São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STD)
Languages English Portuguese
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +500 +239
Time zones 1 1