Moving to Namibia from Puerto Rico

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What to Expect

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

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Namibia compared to Puerto Rico.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

PR
14.2
NA
12.4
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

PR
12.5
NA
22.0

Puerto Rico generally does better on safety, though Namibia leads in homicide rate.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

PR
4.8t
NA
1.2t

Namibia performs significantly better than Puerto Rico 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

PR
21.0
NA
3.9
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

PR
19.5%
NA
0.9%

Puerto Rico generally does better on infrastructure, though Namibia leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

PR
6.0%
NA
19.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

PR
$43,000
NA
$11,500

Puerto Rico performs better than Namibia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

PR
81.7 yrs
NA
66.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

PR
6.0
NA
29.4

Puerto Rico generally does better on family life, though Namibia leads in education spending.

Data: Puerto Rican Department of Treasury, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Namibia passport

Namibia passport holder visiting Puerto Rico

Visa Required
Namibia passport holders need a visa to enter Puerto Rico.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Namibia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Namibia: 3.9 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Namibia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Namibia safe for expats?

Puerto Rico generally does better on safety, though Namibia leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Namibia is 12.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 14.2 in Puerto Rico.

What language do they speak in Namibia?

The official languages in Namibia are Afrikaans, English, German, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga and Tswana. In Puerto Rico, the official languages are English and Spanish.

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At a Glance

PR NA
Population 3,098,423 2,727,409
Currency United States Dollar ($) Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Languages English, Spanish Afrikaans, English, German, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga, Tswana
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +1 +264
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 10111