Moving to Tuvalu from Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Republic of the Congo to Tuvalu — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Republic of the Congo to Tuvalu, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Tuvaluan. 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 Republic of the Congo to Tuvalu.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CG
8.4
TV
17.9

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

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

CG
$209
TV
$1,671
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CG
1.7
TV
12.6

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

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CG
1.3t
TV
0.0t

Tuvalu performs significantly better than Republic of the Congo 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

CG
0.0
TV
4.0
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

CG
32.1%
TV
49.0%

Tuvalu performs significantly better than Republic of the Congo across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CG
$6,200
TV
$5,200
Poverty rate The World Factbook, 2011

share of people below the poverty line

CG
40.9%
TV
26.3%

Republic of the Congo generally does better on employment & economy, though Tuvalu leads in poverty rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CG
62.1 yrs
TV
68.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CG
47.9
TV
28.9

Tuvalu performs significantly better than Republic of the Congo across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Republic of the Congo passport

Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Tuvalu

Visa on Arrival
Republic of the Congo passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Tuvalu.
Tuvalu passport

Tuvalu passport holder visiting Republic of the Congo

Visa Required
Tuvalu 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 Tuvalu?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Tuvalu has 4.0 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 Tuvalu safe for expats?

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

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

Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Tuvalu leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 12.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Tuvalu, compared to 1.7 in Republic of the Congo. Tuvalu scores 52 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Republic of the Congo: 41).

What language do they speak in Tuvalu?

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

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At a Glance

CG TV
Population 5,546,307 11,544
Currency CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA) Australian Dollar (A$)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala English, Tuvaluan
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +242 +688
Time zones 1 1