Moving to Gibraltar from Hong Kong

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Hong Kong to Gibraltar. 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 Gibraltar compared to Hong Kong.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

HK
0.4
GI
3.2

Hong Kong performs better than Gibraltar across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

HK
4.6t
GI
16.1t

Hong Kong performs 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

HK
39.8
GI
70.2
Electricity per capita World Bank, 2022

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

HK
6,375 kWh
GI
5,424 kWh

Hong Kong generally does better on infrastructure, though Gibraltar leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

HK
3.9%
GI
1.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

HK
$64,400
GI
$61,700

Hong Kong generally does better on employment & economy, though Gibraltar leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

HK
83.6 yrs
GI
80.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

HK
2.5
GI
6.2

Hong Kong performs 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 Hong Kong and Gibraltar. To live, work, or study long-term in Gibraltar, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Gibraltar's immigration authority.

Hong Kong passport

Hong Kong passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Free
Hong Kong 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 Gibraltar?

Connectivity is usually fine (Gibraltar: 70.2 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Gibraltar offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Gibraltar safe for expats?

Hong Kong performs better than Gibraltar across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Gibraltar is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.4 in Hong Kong.

What language do they speak in Gibraltar?

The official language in Gibraltar is English. In Hong Kong, the official languages are Chinese and English.

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At a Glance

HK GI
Population 7,276,588 29,573
Currency Hong Kong Dollar (HK$) Gibraltar Pound (GIP)
Languages Chinese, English English
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +852 +350
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 999