Moving to Hong Kong from Suriname

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Suriname to Hong Kong — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Suriname to Hong Kong, and you’d need to navigate life in Chinese and English. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Hong Kong averages 79°F vs 92°F in Paramaribo, making it significantly cooler.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Suriname to Hong Kong.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

SR
7.3
HK
0.4

Hong Kong performs significantly better than Suriname across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

SR
4.1t
HK
4.6t

Suriname performs better than Hong Kong 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
HK
39.8
Electricity per capita World Bank, 2023

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

SR
2,897 kWh
HK
6,375 kWh

Hong Kong performs significantly better than Suriname across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SR
7.7%
HK
3.9%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SR
$19,000
HK
$64,400

Hong Kong performs significantly better than Suriname across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SR
72.4 yrs
HK
83.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SR
30.2
HK
2.5

Hong Kong generally does better on family life, though Suriname leads in education spending.

Data: Ministry of Finance, 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

Hong Kong Rain: 95.7 in/yr (2431 mm)
79° / 71°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Paramaribo Hong Kong
Jan–Mar 89°/71°F (32°/22°C) 68°/61°F (20°/16°C)
Apr–Jun 91°/73°F (33°/23°C) 83°/75°F (28°/24°C)
Jul–Sep 93°/73°F (34°/23°C) 88°/80°F (31°/27°C)
Oct–Dec 94°/73°F (34°/23°C) 76°/68°F (24°/20°C)
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Month Paramaribo Hong Kong
Jan 89°/71°F (31.8°/21.6°C) 66°/58°F (18.7°/14.6°C)
Feb 88°/71°F (31.3°/21.6°C) 67°/60°F (19.4°/15.3°C)
Mar 90°/71°F (32.1°/21.8°C) 71°/64°F (21.9°/17.6°C)
Apr 91°/73°F (32.6°/22.6°C) 78°/70°F (25.6°/21.1°C)
May 91°/73°F (32.9°/22.7°C) 84°/76°F (28.8°/24.5°C)
Jun 92°/72°F (33.2°/22.5°C) 87°/80°F (30.7°/26.5°C)
Jul 92°/72°F (33.5°/22.5°C) 89°/80°F (31.6°/26.9°C)
Aug 93°/73°F (34.1°/22.7°C) 88°/80°F (31.3°/26.7°C)
Sep 94°/73°F (34.7°/22.9°C) 87°/79°F (30.5°/26.1°C)
Oct 95°/73°F (35.1°/22.9°C) 83°/75°F (28.1°/23.9°C)
Nov 94°/73°F (34.3°/22.6°C) 76°/69°F (24.5°/20.3°C)
Dec 92°/72°F (33.4°/22.5°C) 69°/61°F (20.4°/16.2°C)

Data: Meteorological Service Meteorological Service, Hong Kong Observatory Hong Kong Observatory

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Suriname passport

Suriname passport holder visiting Hong Kong

Visa Free
Suriname passport holders can enter Hong Kong without a visa.
Hong Kong passport

Hong Kong passport holder visiting Suriname

Visa Free
Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Hong Kong has 39.8 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Hong Kong safe for expats?

Hong Kong performs significantly better than Suriname across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Hong Kong is 0.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 7.3 in Suriname.

What's the weather like in Hong Kong compared to Suriname?

The average high temperature in Hong Kong is 79°F, compared to 92°F in Paramaribo. Hong Kong receives around 95.7 in of rainfall per year, while Paramaribo gets 84.6 in.

What language do they speak in Hong Kong?

The official languages in Hong Kong are Chinese and English. In Suriname, the official language is Dutch.

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At a Glance

SR HK
Population 632,638 7,276,588
Currency Surinamese Dollar (SRD) Hong Kong Dollar (HK$)
Languages Dutch Chinese, English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +597 +852
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 999