Moving to Isle of Man from Sao Tome and Principe

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Sao Tome and Principe to Isle of Man? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Sao Tome and Principe to Isle of Man, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Manx. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Isle of Man compared to Sao Tome and Principe.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2016

per 100,000 people per year

ST
3.2
IM
0.0

Isle of Man performs significantly better than Sao Tome and Principe across all safety metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

ST
14.2%
IM
1.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

ST
$5,500
IM
$84,600

Isle of Man performs significantly better than Sao Tome and Principe across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

ST
67.1 yrs
IM
82.0 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

ST
44.4
IM
4.2

Isle of Man performs significantly better than Sao Tome and Principe across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Isle of Man?

From major Isle of Man cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Sao Tome and Principe and Isle of Man are what actually decide it long-term.

Is Isle of Man safe for expats?

Isle of Man performs significantly better than Sao Tome and Principe across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Isle of Man is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.2 in Sao Tome and Principe.

What language do they speak in Isle of Man?

The official languages in Isle of Man are English and Manx. In Sao Tome and Principe, the official language is Portuguese.

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At a Glance

ST IM
Population 217,164 91,382
Currency São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STD) British Pound Sterling (£)
Languages Portuguese English, Manx
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +239 +44
Time zones 1 1