Moving to Antigua and Barbuda from Suriname

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Suriname to Antigua and Barbuda? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Suriname to Antigua and Barbuda.

Living there in 2020
45

people born in Suriname live in Antigua and Barbuda · UN DESA

Who's moving to Antigua and Barbuda?

Top countries of origin for Antigua and Barbuda's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Antigua and Barbuda compared to Suriname.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

SR
7.3
AG
10.7
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

SR
16.2
AG
7.5

Suriname generally does better on safety, though Antigua and Barbuda leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

SR
$1,143
AG
$1,241
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

SR
14.8
AG
29.0

Antigua and Barbuda generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Suriname leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

SR
39.0
AG
19.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

SR
4.1t
AG
3.8t

Antigua and Barbuda performs significantly better than Suriname 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

SR
20.2
AG
10.6
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

SR
4.0%
AG
8.5%

Suriname generally does better on infrastructure, though Antigua and Barbuda leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SR
7.7%
AG
11.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SR
$19,000
AG
$28,700

Suriname generally does better on employment & economy, though Antigua and Barbuda leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SR
72.4 yrs
AG
77.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SR
30.2
AG
14.3

Antigua and Barbuda generally does better on family life, though Suriname leads in education spending.

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Paramaribo Rain: 84.6 in/yr (2148 mm)
92° / 72°F

Avg. annual high / low

Saint John's Rain: 41.4 in/yr (1052 mm)
85° / 75°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Paramaribo Saint John's
Jan–Mar 89°/71°F (32°/22°C) 83°/72°F (28°/22°C)
Apr–Jun 91°/73°F (33°/23°C) 86°/76°F (30°/24°C)
Jul–Sep 93°/73°F (34°/23°C) 87°/78°F (31°/25°C)
Oct–Dec 94°/73°F (34°/23°C) 85°/75°F (30°/24°C)
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Month Paramaribo Saint John's
Jan 89°/71°F (31.8°/21.6°C) 83°/72°F (28.2°/22.3°C)
Feb 88°/71°F (31.3°/21.6°C) 83°/72°F (28.3°/22.1°C)
Mar 90°/71°F (32.1°/21.8°C) 83°/72°F (28.6°/22.5°C)
Apr 91°/73°F (32.6°/22.6°C) 85°/74°F (29.2°/23.3°C)
May 91°/73°F (32.9°/22.7°C) 86°/76°F (29.8°/24.3°C)
Jun 92°/72°F (33.2°/22.5°C) 87°/78°F (30.5°/25.3°C)
Jul 92°/72°F (33.5°/22.5°C) 87°/78°F (30.7°/25.4°C)
Aug 93°/73°F (34.1°/22.7°C) 88°/78°F (30.9°/25.4°C)
Sep 94°/73°F (34.7°/22.9°C) 87°/77°F (30.7°/24.8°C)
Oct 95°/73°F (35.1°/22.9°C) 87°/76°F (30.4°/24.3°C)
Nov 94°/73°F (34.3°/22.6°C) 85°/75°F (29.5°/23.7°C)
Dec 92°/72°F (33.4°/22.5°C) 83°/73°F (28.6°/22.8°C)

Data: Meteorological Service Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Suriname passport

Suriname passport holder visiting Antigua and Barbuda

Visa Free
Suriname passport holders can enter Antigua and Barbuda without a visa.
Antigua and Barbuda passport

Antigua and Barbuda passport holder visiting Suriname

Visa Free
Antigua and Barbuda passport holders can enter Suriname without a visa.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Antigua and Barbuda?

Connectivity is usually fine (Antigua and Barbuda: 10.6 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Antigua and Barbuda offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Antigua and Barbuda safe for expats?

Suriname generally does better on safety, though Antigua and Barbuda leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Antigua and Barbuda is 10.7 per 100,000 people, compared to 7.3 in Suriname.

How is healthcare in Antigua and Barbuda compared to Suriname?

Antigua and Barbuda generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Suriname leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 29.0 doctors per 10,000 people in Antigua and Barbuda, compared to 14.8 in Suriname. Antigua and Barbuda scores 76 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Suriname: 63).

What's the weather like in Antigua and Barbuda compared to Suriname?

The average high temperature in Saint John's is 85°F, compared to 92°F in Paramaribo. Saint John's receives around 41.4 in of rainfall per year, while Paramaribo gets 84.6 in.

What language do they speak in Antigua and Barbuda?

The official language in Antigua and Barbuda is English. In Suriname, the official language is Dutch.

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At a Glance

SR AG
Population 632,638 100,335
Currency Surinamese Dollar (SRD) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages Dutch English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +597 +1268
Time zones 1 1