Moving to Sao Tome and Principe from Montserrat

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Montserrat to Sao Tome and Principe, and you’d need to navigate life in Portuguese. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Montserrat to Sao Tome and Principe.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2018

per 100,000 people per year

MS
0.0
ST
3.2

Montserrat performs better than Sao Tome and Principe 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
ST
3.0
Internet access The World Factbook, 2024

share of households with internet

MS
56.2%
ST
59.1%

Montserrat generally does better on infrastructure, though Sao Tome and Principe 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%
ST
9.1%

Montserrat performs better than Sao Tome and Principe 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
ST
69.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2024

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MS
10.4
ST
9.2

Montserrat generally does better on family life, though Sao Tome and Principe leads in infant mortality.

Sources: World Bank (2023–2025), The World Factbook (2017–2022), United Nations SDG Indicators (2011–2022). How we calculate this

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Sao Tome and Principe passport

Sao Tome and Principe passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Sao Tome and Principe passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Montserrat.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Sao Tome and Principe?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Sao Tome and Principe has 3.0 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 Sao Tome and Principe safe for expats?

Montserrat performs better than Sao Tome and Principe across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Sao Tome and Principe is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Montserrat.

What language do they speak in Sao Tome and Principe?

The official language in Sao Tome and Principe is Portuguese. In Montserrat, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

MS ST
Population 5,440 240,254
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STD)
Languages English Portuguese
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1664 +239
Time zones 1 1