Moving to Micronesia, Federated States of from Gambia

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Gambia to Micronesia, Federated States of? 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 Micronesia, Federated States of compared to Gambia.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

GM
22.0
FM
14.1

Micronesia, Federated States of performs significantly better than Gambia across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

GM
$94
FM
$482
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

GM
1.0
FM
9.6

Gambia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Micronesia, Federated States of 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

GM
90.0
FM
54.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

GM
0.2t
FM
0.0t

Micronesia, Federated States of performs significantly better than Gambia 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

GM
0.2
FM
5.7
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

GM
33.0%
FM
40.0%

Micronesia, Federated States of performs significantly better than Gambia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GM
6.5%
FM
16.2%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GM
$2,900
FM
$3,800

Micronesia, Federated States of generally does better on employment & economy, though Gambia leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GM
67.6 yrs
FM
74.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GM
37.2
FM
21.9

Micronesia, Federated States of performs significantly better than Gambia across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Gambia and Micronesia, Federated States of. To live, work, or study long-term in Micronesia, Federated States of, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Micronesia, Federated States of's immigration authority.

Gambia passport

Gambia passport holder visiting Micronesia, Federated States of

Visa Free
Gambia passport holders can enter Micronesia, Federated States of without a visa.
Micronesia, Federated States of passport

Micronesia, Federated States of passport holder visiting Gambia

Visa Required
Micronesia, Federated States of passport holders need a visa to enter Gambia.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Micronesia, Federated States of?

Connectivity is usually fine (Micronesia, Federated States of: 5.7 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Micronesia, Federated States of offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Micronesia, Federated States of safe for expats?

Micronesia, Federated States of performs significantly better than Gambia across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Micronesia, Federated States of compared to Gambia?

Gambia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Micronesia, Federated States of leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 9.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Micronesia, Federated States of, compared to 1.0 in Gambia. Micronesia, Federated States of scores 48 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Gambia: 46).

What language do they speak in Micronesia, Federated States of?

Both Gambia and Micronesia, Federated States of share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

GM FM
Population 2,413,403 101,009
Currency Gambian Dalasi (GMD) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English English
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +220 +691
Time zones 1 2