Moving to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha from Gambia

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Gambia to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Gambia to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Gambia to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

GM
0.2
SH
18.3

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha 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%
SH
14.0%

Gambia performs better than Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GM
67.6 yrs
SH
80.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GM
37.2
SH
19.2

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs significantly better than Gambia across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Gambia and Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha. To live, work, or study long-term in Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha's immigration authority.

Gambia passport

Gambia passport holder visiting Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Gambia passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

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 Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha has 18.3 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

What language do they speak in Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha?

Both Gambia and Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

GM SH
Population 2,413,403 7,925
Currency Gambian Dalasi (GMD) Saint Helena Pound (SHP)
Languages English English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +220 +2
Time zones 1 1