Moving to Solomon Islands from Gibraltar

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Gibraltar to Solomon Islands? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Gibraltar to Solomon Islands. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Solomon Islands compared to Gibraltar.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2010

per 100,000 people per year

GI
3.2
SB
3.7

Gibraltar performs better than Solomon Islands across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

GI
16.1t
SB
0.4t

Solomon Islands performs significantly better than Gibraltar 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

GI
70.2
SB
0.1

Gibraltar performs better than Solomon Islands across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GI
1.0%
SB
1.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GI
$61,700
SB
$2,700

Gibraltar performs better than Solomon Islands across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GI
80.4 yrs
SB
76.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GI
6.2
SB
20.0

Gibraltar performs better than Solomon Islands across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Solomon Islands passport

Solomon Islands passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Free
Solomon Islands passport holders can enter Gibraltar 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 Solomon Islands?

Connectivity is usually fine (Solomon Islands: 0.1 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Solomon Islands offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Solomon Islands safe for expats?

Gibraltar performs better than Solomon Islands across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Solomon Islands is 3.7 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.2 in Gibraltar.

What language do they speak in Solomon Islands?

Both Gibraltar and Solomon Islands share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

GI SB
Population 29,573 702,694
Currency Gibraltar Pound (GIP) Solomon Islands Dollar (SBD)
Languages English English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +350 +677
Time zones 1 1