Moving to Brunei from Montserrat

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Montserrat to Brunei.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2018

per 100,000 people per year

MS
0.0
BN
0.5

Montserrat performs better than Brunei 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

MS
72.6
BN
20.1
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

MS
56.2%
BN
98.0%

Montserrat generally does better on infrastructure, though Brunei leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

MS
5.6%
BN
5.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

MS
$34,000
BN
$77,900

Brunei performs significantly 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

MS
75.7 yrs
BN
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MS
10.4
BN
10.5

Montserrat generally does better on family life, though Brunei leads in life expectancy.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Brunei passport

Brunei passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Free
Brunei 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 Brunei?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Brunei has 20.1 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 Brunei safe for expats?

Montserrat performs better than Brunei across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Brunei is 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Montserrat.

What language do they speak in Brunei?

The official language in Brunei is Malay. In Montserrat, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

MS BN
Population 5,414 478,054
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Brunei Dollar (BND)
Languages English Malay
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1664 +673
Time zones 1 1