Moving to Saint Kitts and Nevis from Philippines

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Philippines to Saint Kitts and Nevis — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Philippines to Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

PH
4.3
KN
23.1
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

PH
9.7
KN
23.1

Philippines performs better than Saint Kitts and Nevis across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

PH
$560
KN
$1,936
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

PH
7.9
KN
30.3

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Philippines leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

PH
1.5t
KN
2.9t

Philippines performs better than Saint Kitts and Nevis 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

PH
7.6
KN
47.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

PH
27.2%
KN
50.8%

Philippines generally does better on infrastructure, though Saint Kitts and Nevis leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

PH
2.2%
KN
4.5%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

PH
$9,700
KN
$30,100

Philippines generally does better on employment & economy, though Saint Kitts and Nevis leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

PH
70.1 yrs
KN
77.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

PH
22.2
KN
8.3

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on family life, though Philippines leads in education spending.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Philippines passport

Philippines passport holder visiting Saint Kitts and Nevis

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Philippines passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Saint Kitts and Nevis passport

Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holder visiting Philippines

Visa Free
Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders can enter Philippines 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Saint Kitts and Nevis has 47.4 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis safe for expats?

Philippines performs better than Saint Kitts and Nevis across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Saint Kitts and Nevis is 23.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.3 in Philippines.

How is healthcare in Saint Kitts and Nevis compared to Philippines?

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Philippines leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 30.3 doctors per 10,000 people in Saint Kitts and Nevis, compared to 7.9 in Philippines. Saint Kitts and Nevis scores 79 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Philippines: 58).

What language do they speak in Saint Kitts and Nevis?

The official language in Saint Kitts and Nevis is English. In Philippines, the official languages are English and Filipino.

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At a Glance

PH KN
Population 114,597,229 54,488
Currency Philippine Peso (₱) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages English, Filipino English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +63 +1869
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 911