Moving to Trinidad and Tobago 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 Trinidad and Tobago? 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 Trinidad and Tobago.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

SH
0.0
TT
39.5

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Trinidad and Tobago across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SH
18.3
TT
25.4

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

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SH
14.0%
TT
4.2%

Trinidad and Tobago performs significantly better than Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha 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
TT
75.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SH
19.2
TT
15.8

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha generally does better on family life, though Trinidad and Tobago 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 Trinidad and Tobago. To live, work, or study long-term in Trinidad and Tobago, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Trinidad and Tobago's immigration authority.

Trinidad and Tobago passport

Trinidad and Tobago passport holder visiting Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

Visa Free
Trinidad and Tobago 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 Trinidad and Tobago?

Connectivity is usually fine (Trinidad and Tobago: 25.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Trinidad and Tobago offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Trinidad and Tobago safe for expats?

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Trinidad and Tobago across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Trinidad and Tobago is 39.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

What language do they speak in Trinidad and Tobago?

Both Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha and Trinidad and Tobago share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

SH TT
Population 7,925 1,405,646
Currency Saint Helena Pound (SHP) Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +2 +1868
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 990