Moving to Montserrat from Tonga

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Montserrat compared to Tonga.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

per 100,000 people per year

TO
0.9
MS
0.0

Montserrat performs significantly better than Tonga across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

TO
8.0
MS
72.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

TO
67.0%
MS
56.2%

Tonga generally does better on infrastructure, though Montserrat leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TO
2.3%
MS
5.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2022

a broad measure of economic output per person

TO
$6,600
MS
$34,000

Tonga generally does better on employment & economy, though Montserrat leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TO
77.5 yrs
MS
75.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TO
12.4
MS
10.4

Tonga generally does better on family life, though Montserrat leads in infant mortality.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Tonga passport

Tonga passport holder visiting Montserrat

Visa Free
Tonga passport holders can enter Montserrat 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 Montserrat?

Connectivity is usually fine (Montserrat: 72.6 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Montserrat offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Montserrat safe for expats?

Montserrat performs significantly better than Tonga across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Montserrat is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.9 in Tonga.

What language do they speak in Montserrat?

The official language in Montserrat is English. In Tonga, the official languages are English and Tongan.

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At a Glance

TO MS
Population 105,517 5,414
Currency Tongan Paʻanga (TOP) East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages English, Tongan English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +676 +1664
Time zones 1 1