Moving to Belize from Saint Kitts and Nevis

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Saint Kitts and Nevis to Belize? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Saint Kitts and Nevis to Belize. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Belize compared to Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

KN
23.1
BZ
27.9
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

KN
23.1
BZ
17.5

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on safety, though Belize leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

KN
$1,936
BZ
$573
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2018

affects wait times and access to care

KN
30.3
BZ
10.8

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Belize leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

KN
2.9t
BZ
0.9t

Belize performs significantly better than Saint Kitts and Nevis 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

KN
47.4
BZ
9.7
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

KN
50.8%
BZ
1.3%

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on infrastructure, though Belize leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

KN
4.5%
BZ
8.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

KN
$30,100
BZ
$12,800

Saint Kitts and Nevis performs better than Belize across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

KN
77.1 yrs
BZ
75.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

KN
8.3
BZ
11.2

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on family life, though Belize leads in education spending.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Saint Kitts and Nevis and Belize. To live, work, or study long-term in Belize, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Belize's immigration authority.

Saint Kitts and Nevis passport

Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holder visiting Belize

Visa Free
Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders can enter Belize without a visa.
Belize passport

Belize passport holder visiting Saint Kitts and Nevis

Electronic Travel Authorisation
Belize passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to enter Saint Kitts and Nevis.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Belize?

Connectivity is usually fine (Belize: 9.7 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Belize offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Belize safe for expats?

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on safety, though Belize leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Belize is 27.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 23.1 in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

How is healthcare in Belize compared to Saint Kitts and Nevis?

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Belize leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 10.8 doctors per 10,000 people in Belize, compared to 30.3 in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Belize scores 68 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Saint Kitts and Nevis: 79).

What language do they speak in Belize?

The official languages in Belize are Belizean Creole, English and Spanish. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

KN BZ
Population 54,488 412,387
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Belize Dollar (BZD)
Languages English Belizean Creole, English, Spanish
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1869 +501
Time zones 1 1