Moving to Grenada from New Zealand

moving to

What to Expect

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

If you moved from New Zealand to Grenada.

Get free moving quotes to Grenada

We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.

  • ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
  • ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
  • ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Grenada compared to New Zealand.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

NZ
1.1
GD
4.0
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

NZ
6.6
GD
6.4

New Zealand generally does better on safety, though Grenada leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

NZ
$5,576
GD
$880
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

NZ
35.7
GD
13.1

New Zealand generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Grenada leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

NZ
12.0
GD
30.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

NZ
6.0t
GD
1.5t

New Zealand generally does better on environment, though Grenada leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

NZ
35.9
GD
18.8
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

NZ
8.1%
GD
7.0%

New Zealand generally does better on infrastructure, though Grenada leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

NZ
3.7%
GD
24.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

NZ
$48,800
GD
$15,900

New Zealand performs better than Grenada across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

NZ
82.5 yrs
GD
75.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

NZ
3.4
GD
9.4

New Zealand performs better than Grenada across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

New Zealand passport

New Zealand passport holder visiting Grenada

Visa Free
New Zealand passport holders can enter Grenada without a visa.
Grenada passport

Grenada passport holder visiting New Zealand

Visa Required
Grenada passport holders need a visa to enter New Zealand.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Grenada?

Connectivity is usually fine (Grenada: 18.8 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Grenada offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Grenada safe for expats?

New Zealand generally does better on safety, though Grenada leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Grenada is 4.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.1 in New Zealand.

How is healthcare in Grenada compared to New Zealand?

New Zealand generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Grenada leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 13.1 doctors per 10,000 people in Grenada, compared to 35.7 in New Zealand. Grenada scores 70 on the WHO universal health coverage index (New Zealand: 85).

What language do they speak in Grenada?

The official language in Grenada is English. In New Zealand, the official languages are English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language.

Share this

At a Glance

NZ GD
Population 5,053,004 113,949
Currency New Zealand Dollar (NZ$) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +64 +1473
Time zones 5 1
Emergency number 111