Moving to Dominica from Mozambique

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Mozambique to Dominica? 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 Dominica compared to Mozambique.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

MZ
3.6
DM
13.8
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

MZ
20.1
DM
11.0

Mozambique generally does better on safety, though Dominica leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

MZ
$143
DM
$968
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

MZ
0.8
DM
11.2

Mozambique generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Dominica leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

MZ
0.3t
DM
1.3t

Mozambique performs better than Dominica 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

MZ
0.2
DM
19.5
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

MZ
1.8%
DM
10.0%

Dominica generally does better on infrastructure, though Mozambique leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

MZ
3.5%
DM
23.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

MZ
$1,500
DM
$15,900

Dominica generally does better on employment & economy, though Mozambique leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

MZ
57.1 yrs
DM
78.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MZ
61.4
DM
11.3

Dominica generally does better on family life, though Mozambique leads in education spending.

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Maputo Rain: 32.0 in/yr (814 mm)
81° / 65°F

Avg. annual high / low

Roseau Rain: 101.4 in/yr (2575 mm)
85° / 74°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Maputo Roseau
Jan–Mar 85°/72°F (30°/22°C) 82°/71°F (28°/22°C)
Apr–Jun 79°/62°F (26°/17°C) 85°/74°F (30°/24°C)
Jul–Sep 78°/60°F (25°/16°C) 87°/76°F (30°/24°C)
Oct–Dec 82°/68°F (28°/20°C) 84°/73°F (29°/23°C)
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Month Maputo Roseau
Jan 86°/72°F (29.9°/22.3°C) 82°/71°F (28.0°/21.8°C)
Feb 85°/72°F (29.6°/22.3°C) 82°/71°F (28.0°/21.6°C)
Mar 85°/71°F (29.3°/21.5°C) 83°/71°F (28.4°/21.8°C)
Apr 82°/67°F (27.8°/19.4°C) 84°/72°F (29.1°/22.5°C)
May 80°/62°F (26.4°/16.8°C) 85°/75°F (29.6°/23.7°C)
Jun 76°/58°F (24.6°/14.4°C) 86°/76°F (30.1°/24.5°C)
Jul 76°/58°F (24.4°/14.2°C) 86°/76°F (30.2°/24.6°C)
Aug 78°/60°F (25.3°/15.4°C) 87°/76°F (30.5°/24.3°C)
Sep 79°/63°F (26.1°/17.2°C) 87°/75°F (30.4°/23.8°C)
Oct 80°/65°F (26.5°/18.3°C) 84°/74°F (29.0°/23.2°C)
Nov 81°/67°F (27.4°/19.7°C) 85°/73°F (29.6°/22.8°C)
Dec 84°/71°F (29.1°/21.4°C) 83°/72°F (28.6°/22.2°C)

Data:

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Mozambique 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.

Mozambique passport

Mozambique passport holder visiting Dominica

Visa Free
Mozambique passport holders can enter Dominica without a visa.
Dominica passport

Dominica passport holder visiting Mozambique

Visa on Arrival
Dominica passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Mozambique.

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?

Mozambique generally does better on safety, though Dominica leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Dominica is 13.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.6 in Mozambique.

How is healthcare in Dominica compared to Mozambique?

Mozambique generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Dominica leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 11.2 doctors per 10,000 people in Dominica, compared to 0.8 in Mozambique. Dominica scores 49 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Mozambique: 44).

What's the weather like in Dominica compared to Mozambique?

The average high temperature in Roseau is 85°F, compared to 81°F in Maputo. Roseau receives around 101.4 in of rainfall per year, while Maputo gets 32.0 in.

What language do they speak in Dominica?

The official language in Dominica is English. In Mozambique, the official language is Portuguese.

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At a Glance

MZ DM
Population 31,693,239 74,629
Currency Mozambican Metical (MZN) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages Portuguese English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +258 +1767
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 119