Moving to Nauru from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Nauru? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Nauru.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Nauru compared to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SH
18.3
NR
9.3

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Nauru across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2011

percentage of the labour force without work

SH
14.0%
NR
23.0%

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Nauru across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SH
80.5 yrs
NR
67.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SH
19.2
NR
7.8

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha generally does better on family life, though Nauru leads in infant mortality.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha and Nauru. To live, work, or study long-term in Nauru, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Nauru's immigration authority.

Nauru passport

Nauru passport holder visiting Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

Visa Free
Nauru passport holders can enter Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha 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 Nauru?

Connectivity is usually fine (Nauru: 9.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Nauru offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

What language do they speak in Nauru?

The official languages in Nauru are English and Nauru. In Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

SH NR
Population 7,925 9,811
Currency Saint Helena Pound (SHP) Australian Dollar (A$)
Languages English English, Nauru
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +2 +674
Time zones 1 1