Moving to Swaziland from Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Republic of the Congo to Swaziland? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Republic of the Congo to Swaziland, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Swazi. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Republic of the Congo to Swaziland.

Living there in 2020
71 ↓ 1% vs 2015

people born in Republic of the Congo live in Swaziland · UN DESA

Who's moving to Swaziland?

Top countries of origin for Swaziland's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Swaziland compared to Republic of the Congo.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CG
8.4
SZ
24.7

Republic of the Congo performs better than Swaziland across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

CG
$209
SZ
$922
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CG
1.7
SZ
15.9

Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Swaziland leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

CG
66.0
SZ
66.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CG
1.3t
SZ
0.9t

Republic of the Congo generally does better on environment, though Swaziland 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

CG
0.0
SZ
2.3
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CG
0.0%
SZ
77.6%

Swaziland generally does better on infrastructure, though Republic of the Congo leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CG
20.1%
SZ
37.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CG
$6,200
SZ
$10,600

Republic of the Congo generally does better on employment & economy, though Swaziland leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CG
62.1 yrs
SZ
59.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CG
47.9
SZ
39.6

Swaziland generally does better on family life, though Republic of the Congo leads in life expectancy.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Republic of the Congo passport

Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Swaziland

Visa Required
Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa to enter Swaziland.
Swaziland passport

Swaziland passport holder visiting Republic of the Congo

Visa Required
Swaziland passport holders need a visa to enter Republic of the Congo.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Swaziland?

Connectivity is usually fine (Swaziland: 2.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Swaziland offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Swaziland safe for expats?

Republic of the Congo performs better than Swaziland across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Swaziland compared to Republic of the Congo?

Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Swaziland leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 15.9 doctors per 10,000 people in Swaziland, compared to 1.7 in Republic of the Congo. Swaziland scores 56 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Republic of the Congo: 41).

What language do they speak in Swaziland?

The official languages in Swaziland are English and Swazi. In Republic of the Congo, the official languages are French, Kikongo and Lingala.

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At a Glance

CG SZ
Population 5,546,307 1,121,761
Currency CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA) Swazi Lilangeni (SZL)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala English, Swazi
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +242 +268
Time zones 1 1