Moving to Dominica from Montserrat

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Montserrat to Dominica.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Montserrat to Dominica.

Living there in 2020
164 ↑ 1% vs 2015

people born in Montserrat live in Dominica · UN DESA

Who's moving to Dominica?

Top countries of origin for Dominica's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Dominica compared to Montserrat.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

MS
0.0
DM
13.8

Montserrat performs better than Dominica 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
DM
19.5

Montserrat performs better than Dominica across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2017

percentage of the labour force without work

MS
5.6%
DM
23.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

MS
$34,000
DM
$15,900

Montserrat performs better than Dominica 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
DM
78.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MS
10.4
DM
11.3

Dominica generally does better on family life, though Montserrat leads in infant mortality.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Dominica passport

Dominica passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Free
Dominica 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 Dominica?

Connectivity is usually fine (Dominica: 19.5 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Dominica offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Dominica safe for expats?

Montserrat performs better than Dominica across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Dominica is 13.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Montserrat.

What language do they speak in Dominica?

Both Montserrat and Dominica share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

MS DM
Population 5,414 74,629
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1664 +1767
Time zones 1 1