Moving to Central African Republic from Suriname

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Suriname to Central African Republic? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Suriname to Central African Republic, and you’d need to navigate life in French and Sango. 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 Central African Republic compared to Suriname.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

SR
16.2
CF
25.9

Suriname performs better than Central African Republic across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

SR
$1,143
CF
$137
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

SR
14.8
CF
0.2

Suriname generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Central African Republic 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
CF
98.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

SR
4.1t
CF
0.1t

Suriname generally does better on environment, though Central African Republic leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SR
20.2
CF
0.0
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

SR
4.0%
CF
0.3%

Suriname generally does better on infrastructure, though Central African Republic leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SR
7.7%
CF
6.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SR
$19,000
CF
$1,000

Suriname generally does better on employment & economy, though Central African Republic leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SR
72.4 yrs
CF
55.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SR
30.2
CF
83.0

Suriname performs better than Central African Republic across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Suriname passport

Suriname passport holder visiting Central African Republic

Visa Required
Suriname passport holders need a visa to enter Central African Republic.
Central African Republic passport

Central African Republic passport holder visiting Suriname

Visa Free
Central African Republic 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 Central African Republic?

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

Is Central African Republic safe for expats?

Suriname performs better than Central African Republic across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Central African Republic compared to Suriname?

Suriname generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Central African Republic leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 0.2 doctors per 10,000 people in Central African Republic, compared to 14.8 in Suriname. Central African Republic scores 32 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Suriname: 63).

What language do they speak in Central African Republic?

The official languages in Central African Republic are French and Sango. In Suriname, the official language is Dutch.

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At a Glance

SR CF
Population 632,638 5,454,533
Currency Surinamese Dollar (SRD) CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA)
Languages Dutch French, Sango
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +597 +236
Time zones 1 1