Moving to Fiji from Montserrat

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Montserrat to Fiji? 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 Fiji compared to Montserrat.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

MS
0.0
FJ
2.1

Montserrat performs better than Fiji across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2024

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

MS
72.6
FJ
1.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2024

share of households with internet

MS
56.2%
FJ
74.7%

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

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

MS
5.6%
FJ
5.3%

Fiji performs significantly better than Montserrat across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2024

average years of life at birth

MS
75.7 yrs
FJ
67.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2024

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MS
10.4
FJ
23.5

Montserrat performs better than Fiji across all family life metrics.

Sources: World Bank (2023–2025), The World Factbook (2017–2022), United Nations SDG Indicators (2018–2022). How we calculate this

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Fiji passport

Fiji passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Free
Fiji 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 Fiji?

Connectivity is usually fine (Fiji: 1.8 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Fiji offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Fiji safe for expats?

Montserrat performs better than Fiji across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Fiji is 2.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Montserrat.

What language do they speak in Fiji?

The official languages in Fiji are English, Fiji Hindi and Fijian. In Montserrat, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

MS FJ
Population 5,440 933,154
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Fijian Dollar (FJD)
Languages English English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1664 +679
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number — 911