Moving to Gibraltar from Namibia

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Namibia to Gibraltar. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Gibraltar compared to Namibia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate World Bank, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

NA
11.2
GI
3.2

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Namibia across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

NA
1.2t
GI
16.1t

Namibia performs better than Gibraltar across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people World Bank, 2024

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

NA
2.8
GI
61.0
Electricity per capita World Bank, 2023

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

NA
1,232 kWh
GI
5,017 kWh

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Namibia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate World Bank, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

NA
19.3%
GI
1.0%

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Namibia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy World Bank, 2024

average years of life at birth

NA
67.5 yrs
GI
83.6 yrs
Infant mortality World Bank, 2024

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

NA
36.4
GI
6.2

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Namibia across all family life metrics.

Sources: World Bank (2021–2025), The World Factbook (2016–2022), United Nations SDG Indicators (2010). How we calculate this

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Namibia passport

Namibia passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Free
Namibia passport holders can enter Gibraltar 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 Gibraltar?

Connectivity is usually fine (Gibraltar: 61.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Gibraltar offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Gibraltar safe for expats?

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Namibia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Gibraltar is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 11.2 in Namibia.

What language do they speak in Gibraltar?

The official language in Gibraltar is English. In Namibia, the official languages are Afrikaans, English, German, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga and Tswana.

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At a Glance

NA GI
Population 3,092,816 40,126
Currency Namibian Dollar (NAD) Gibraltar Pound (GIP)
Languages Afrikaans, English, German, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga, Tswana English
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +264 +350
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 10111 —