Moving to Montserrat from Ireland

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Montserrat compared to Ireland.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

IE
0.9
MS
0.0

Montserrat performs significantly better than Ireland across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

IE
32.1
MS
72.6

Montserrat performs significantly better than Ireland across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

IE
4.3%
MS
5.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

IE
$115,600
MS
$34,000

Ireland performs better than Montserrat across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

IE
81.7 yrs
MS
75.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

IE
3.5
MS
10.4

Ireland generally does better on family life, though Montserrat leads in education spending.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Ireland passport

Ireland passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Free
Ireland passport holders can enter Montserrat 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 Montserrat?

Connectivity is usually fine (Montserrat: 72.6 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Montserrat offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Montserrat safe for expats?

Montserrat performs significantly better than Ireland across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Montserrat is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.9 in Ireland.

What language do they speak in Montserrat?

The official language in Montserrat is English. In Ireland, the official languages are English and Irish.

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At a Glance

IE MS
Population 5,275,004 5,414
Currency Euro (€) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages English, Irish English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +353 +1664
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112