Moving to Democratic Republic of the Congo from Montenegro

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Montenegro to Democratic Republic of the Congo? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Montenegro to Democratic Republic of the Congo, and you’d need to navigate life in French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Democratic Republic of the Congo compared to Montenegro.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

ME
9.1
CD
16.3

Montenegro performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

ME
$2,908
CD
$58
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

ME
27.5
CD
1.9

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Montenegro 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

ME
60.0
CD
72.0

Montenegro performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo 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

ME
31.3
CD
0.0
Electricity per capita World Bank, 2023

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

ME
4,564 kWh
CD
131 kWh

Montenegro performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

ME
15.2%
CD
4.5%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

ME
$27,800
CD
$1,500

Montenegro generally does better on employment & economy, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

ME
77.8 yrs
CD
61.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

ME
3.2
CD
60.9

Montenegro performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Montenegro and Democratic Republic of the Congo. To live, work, or study long-term in Democratic Republic of the Congo, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Democratic Republic of the Congo's immigration authority.

Montenegro passport

Montenegro passport holder visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Montenegro passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Democratic Republic of the Congo passport

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Montenegro

Visa Required
Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa to enter Montenegro.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Connectivity is usually fine (Democratic Republic of the Congo: 0.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Democratic Republic of the Congo offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Democratic Republic of the Congo safe for expats?

Montenegro performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Democratic Republic of the Congo compared to Montenegro?

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Montenegro leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 1.9 doctors per 10,000 people in Democratic Republic of the Congo, compared to 27.5 in Montenegro. Democratic Republic of the Congo scores 42 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Montenegro: 72).

What language do they speak in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

The official languages in Democratic Republic of the Congo are French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba. In Montenegro, the official language is Montenegrin.

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At a Glance

ME CD
Population 604,966 108,407,721
Currency Euro (€) Congolese Franc (CDF)
Languages Montenegrin French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +382 +243
Time zones 1 2
Emergency number 112