Moving to Zambia 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 Zambia? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2015

per 100,000 people per year

SH
0.0
ZM
5.2

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Zambia 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
ZM
0.4
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

SH
37.6%
ZM
21.0%

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Zambia 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%
ZM
5.9%

Zambia 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
ZM
66.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SH
19.2
ZM
37.1

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Zambia across all family life metrics.

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 Zambia. To live, work, or study long-term in Zambia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Zambia's immigration authority.

Zambia passport

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

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Zambia passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Zambia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Zambia: 0.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Zambia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Zambia safe for expats?

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Zambia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Zambia is 5.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

What language do they speak in Zambia?

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

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At a Glance

SH ZM
Population 7,925 19,642,123
Currency Saint Helena Pound (SHP) Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +2 +260
Time zones 1 1