Moving to Gibraltar from Iran

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Iran to Gibraltar — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Iran to Gibraltar.

Is it safe?

Homicide rateUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2014

per 100,000 people per year

IR
2.4
GI
3.2

Iran performs better than Gibraltar across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capitaWorld Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

IR
9.1t
GI
16.1t

Iran performs better than Gibraltar across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 peopleUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

IR
12.3
GI
70.2
Electricity per capitaWorld Bank, 2022

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

IR
3,664 kWh
GI
5,424 kWh

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Iran across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rateThe World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

IR
9.1%
GI
1.0%
GDP per capitaThe World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

IR
$16,200
GI
$61,700

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Iran across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancyThe World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

IR
75.2 yrs
GI
80.4 yrs
Infant mortalityThe World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

IR
14.8
GI
6.2

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Iran across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Iran 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.

Iran passport

Iran passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Required
Iran passport holders need a visa to enter Gibraltar.

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?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Gibraltar has 70.2 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.

Is Gibraltar safe for expats?

Iran performs better than Gibraltar across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Gibraltar is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.4 in Iran.

What language do they speak in Gibraltar?

The official language in Gibraltar is English. In Iran, the official language is Persian (Farsi).

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At a Glance

IR GI
Population86,758,30429,573
CurrencyIranian Rial (IRR)Gibraltar Pound (GIP)
LanguagesPersian (Farsi)English
Driving sideRightRight
Calling code+98+350
Time zones11
Emergency number115