Moving to United States from Gibraltar

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Gibraltar to United States? 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 United States compared to Gibraltar.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

GI
3.2
US
6.4

Gibraltar performs better than United States 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
US
13.6t

United States 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
US
37.8
Electricity per capita World Bank, 2023

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

GI
5,424 kWh
US
12,551 kWh

Gibraltar generally does better on infrastructure, though United States leads in electricity per capita.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GI
1.0%
US
3.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GI
$61,700
US
$73,600

Gibraltar generally does better on employment & economy, though United States leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GI
80.4 yrs
US
80.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GI
6.2
US
5.2

United States performs significantly better than Gibraltar 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 United States. To live, work, or study long-term in United States, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check United States's immigration authority.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Free
United States 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 United States?

Connectivity is usually fine (United States: 37.8 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does United States offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is United States safe for expats?

Gibraltar performs better than United States across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in United States is 6.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.2 in Gibraltar.

What language do they speak in United States?

Both Gibraltar and United States share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

GI US
Population 29,573 337,341,954
Currency Gibraltar Pound (GIP) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English English
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +350 +1
Time zones 1 11
Emergency number 911