Moving to Montserrat from Panama

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What to Expect

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

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Panama to Montserrat.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

PA
11.3
MS
0.0

Montserrat performs significantly better than Panama across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

PA
15.5
MS
72.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

PA
68.0%
MS
56.2%

Panama generally does better on infrastructure, though Montserrat leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

PA
6.7%
MS
5.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

PA
$35,800
MS
$34,000

Panama generally does better on employment & economy, though Montserrat leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

PA
77.6 yrs
MS
75.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

PA
16.4
MS
10.4

Montserrat generally does better on family life, though Panama leads in life expectancy.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Panama passport

Panama passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Free
Panama 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 Montserrat?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Montserrat has 72.6 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 Montserrat safe for expats?

Montserrat performs significantly better than Panama across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Montserrat is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 11.3 in Panama.

What language do they speak in Montserrat?

The official language in Montserrat is English. In Panama, the official language is Spanish.

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At a Glance

PA MS
Population 4,337,768 5,414
Currency Panamanian Balboa (PAB) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages Spanish English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +507 +1664
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 911