Moving to Cameroon from Micronesia, Federated States of

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Micronesia, Federated States of to Cameroon? 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 Cameroon compared to Micronesia, Federated States of.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

FM
0.9
CM
4.5
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

FM
14.1
CM
10.6

Micronesia, Federated States of generally does better on safety, though Cameroon leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

FM
$482
CM
$246
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

FM
9.6
CM
1.3

Cameroon generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Micronesia, Federated States of leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

FM
54.0
CM
101.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

FM
0.0t
CM
0.4t

Micronesia, Federated States of performs better than Cameroon 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

FM
5.7
CM
2.2
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

FM
40.0%
CM
46.0%

Micronesia, Federated States of generally does better on infrastructure, though Cameroon leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

FM
16.2%
CM
3.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

FM
$3,800
CM
$4,800

Cameroon performs significantly better than Micronesia, Federated States of across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

FM
74.4 yrs
CM
63.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

FM
21.9
CM
48.7

Micronesia, Federated States of performs better than Cameroon across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Micronesia, Federated States of passport

Micronesia, Federated States of passport holder visiting Cameroon

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Micronesia, Federated States of passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Cameroon.
Cameroon passport

Cameroon passport holder visiting Micronesia, Federated States of

Visa Free
Cameroon passport holders can enter Micronesia, Federated States of 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 Cameroon?

Connectivity is usually fine (Cameroon: 2.2 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Cameroon offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Cameroon safe for expats?

Micronesia, Federated States of generally does better on safety, though Cameroon leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Cameroon is 4.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.9 in Micronesia, Federated States of.

How is healthcare in Cameroon compared to Micronesia, Federated States of?

Cameroon generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Micronesia, Federated States of leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 1.3 doctors per 10,000 people in Cameroon, compared to 9.6 in Micronesia, Federated States of. Cameroon scores 44 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Micronesia, Federated States of: 48).

What language do they speak in Cameroon?

The official languages in Cameroon are English and French. In Micronesia, Federated States of, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

FM CM
Population 101,009 29,321,637
Currency United States Dollar ($) CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA)
Languages English English, French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +691 +237
Time zones 2 1
Emergency number 112