Moving to Nigeria from South Korea
What to Expect
Considering a move from South Korea to Nigeria? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from South Korea to Nigeria, you would find that Nigeria is 38.1% cheaper than South Korea overall. A ₩113,056,500 salary in South Korea would need to be roughly NGN73,663,033 in Nigeria to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in English. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Abuja averages 91°F vs 63°F in Seoul, making it significantly warmer.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between South Korea and Nigeria.
What does your salary buy?
₩113,056,500 → NGN73,663,033
To maintain the same standard of living in Nigeria
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 51.4% less
Groceries
pay 41.0% less
Transportation
pay 13.4% less
Housing
pay 17.1% more
Childcare
pay 84.2% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 47.5% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Nigeria compared to South Korea.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
of residents who feel safe walking alone at night
per 100,000 people per year
South Korea generally does better on safety, though Nigeria leads in feel safe walking at night.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
South Korea generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Nigeria leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
South Korea generally does better on environment, though Nigeria leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
South Korea generally does better on infrastructure, though Nigeria leads in water stress level.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
South Korea generally does better on employment & economy, though Nigeria leads in top income tax rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
percentage of adults who can read and write
South Korea performs better than Nigeria across all family life metrics.
Data: National Tax Service, South Korea, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Seoul | Abuja |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 43°/28°F (6°/-2°C) | 97°/74°F (36°/23°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 73°/56°F (23°/13°C) | 91°/69°F (33°/21°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 83°/70°F (28°/21°C) | 85°/66°F (29°/19°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 54°/38°F (12°/4°C) | 93°/64°F (34°/18°C) |
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| Month | Seoul | Abuja |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36°/22°F (2.1°/-5.5°C) | 94°/69°F (34.7°/20.4°C) |
| Feb | 41°/26°F (5.1°/-3.2°C) | 98°/78°F (36.8°/25.5°C) |
| Mar | 52°/35°F (11.0°/1.9°C) | 98°/76°F (36.9°/24.3°C) |
| Apr | 64°/46°F (17.9°/8.0°C) | 96°/76°F (35.6°/24.7°C) |
| May | 74°/56°F (23.6°/13.5°C) | 91°/67°F (32.7°/19.5°C) |
| Jun | 82°/66°F (27.6°/18.7°C) | 87°/65°F (30.6°/18.3°C) |
| Jul | 84°/72°F (29.0°/22.3°C) | 84°/71°F (29.1°/21.9°C) |
| Aug | 86°/73°F (30.0°/22.9°C) | 84°/64°F (28.9°/17.7°C) |
| Sep | 79°/64°F (26.2°/17.7°C) | 86°/64°F (30.0°/17.5°C) |
| Oct | 68°/51°F (20.2°/10.6°C) | 90°/71°F (32.0°/21.4°C) |
| Nov | 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.5°C) | 94°/60°F (34.4°/15.7°C) |
| Dec | 40°/26°F (4.2°/-3.4°C) | 94°/60°F (34.6°/15.5°C) |
Data:
Korea Meteorological Administration,
Nigerian Meteorological Agency
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between South Korea and Nigeria. To live, work, or study long-term in Nigeria, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Nigeria's immigration authority.
South Korea passport holder visiting Nigeria
Visa Online (e-Visa)
Nigeria passport holder visiting South Korea
Visa RequiredData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Nigeria than South Korea?
On average Nigeria is about 28% less expensive than South Korea, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Nigeria?
Budget about NGN18,415,758 for 3 months in Nigeria (based on a ₩113,056,500 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Nigeria?
Connectivity is usually fine (Nigeria: 0.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Nigeria offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Nigeria safe for expats?
South Korea generally does better on safety, though Nigeria leads in feel safe walking at night. The homicide rate in Nigeria is 21.7 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.5 in South Korea. About 79% of people in Nigeria feel safe walking alone at night.
How is healthcare in Nigeria compared to South Korea?
South Korea generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Nigeria leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 3.9 doctors per 10,000 people in Nigeria, compared to 25.2 in South Korea. Nigeria scores 38 on the WHO universal health coverage index (South Korea: 89).
What's the weather like in Nigeria compared to South Korea?
The average high temperature in Abuja is 91°F, compared to 63°F in Seoul. Abuja receives around 48.1 in of rainfall per year, while Seoul gets 55.8 in.
What language do they speak in Nigeria?
The official language in Nigeria is English. In South Korea, the official language is Korean.
