Moving to Burundi from Saint Kitts and Nevis

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Saint Kitts and Nevis to Burundi, and you’d need to navigate life in French and Kirundi. 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 Burundi 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
BI
5.8
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

KN
23.1
BI
12.3

Burundi performs significantly better than Saint Kitts and Nevis across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

KN
$1,936
BI
$100
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

KN
30.3
BI
0.6

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Burundi 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
BI
0.1t

Burundi 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
BI
0.0
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

KN
50.8%
BI
10.2%

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on infrastructure, though Burundi 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%
BI
0.9%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

KN
$30,100
BI
$900

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on employment & economy, though Burundi leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

KN
77.1 yrs
BI
67.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

KN
8.3
BI
37.8

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on family life, though Burundi 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 Burundi. To live, work, or study long-term in Burundi, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Burundi's immigration authority.

Saint Kitts and Nevis passport

Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holder visiting Burundi

Visa on Arrival
Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Burundi.
Burundi passport

Burundi passport holder visiting Saint Kitts and Nevis

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Burundi passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to 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 Burundi?

Connectivity is usually fine (Burundi: 0.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Burundi offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Burundi safe for expats?

Burundi performs significantly better than Saint Kitts and Nevis across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Burundi is 5.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 23.1 in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

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

Saint Kitts and Nevis generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Burundi leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 0.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Burundi, compared to 30.3 in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Burundi scores 41 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Saint Kitts and Nevis: 79).

What language do they speak in Burundi?

The official languages in Burundi are French and Kirundi. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

KN BI
Population 54,488 12,696,478
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Burundian Franc (BIF)
Languages English French, Kirundi
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1869 +257
Time zones 1 1