Moving to Mozambique from Trinidad and Tobago

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Trinidad and Tobago to Mozambique — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Trinidad and Tobago to Mozambique.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

TT
39.5
MZ
3.6
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

TT
5.0
MZ
20.1

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on safety, though Mozambique leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

TT
$2,244
MZ
$143
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

TT
41.9
MZ
0.8

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Mozambique 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

TT
20.0
MZ
64.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

TT
19.6t
MZ
0.3t

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on environment, though Mozambique 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

TT
25.4
MZ
0.2
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

TT
20.3%
MZ
1.8%

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on infrastructure, though Mozambique leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TT
4.2%
MZ
3.5%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

TT
$28,500
MZ
$1,500

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on employment & economy, though Mozambique leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TT
75.9 yrs
MZ
57.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TT
15.8
MZ
61.4

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on family life, though Mozambique leads in education spending.

Data: Inland Revenue Division, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Port Of Spain Rain: 55.4 in/yr (1408 mm)
89° / 72°F

Avg. annual high / low

Maputo Rain: 32.0 in/yr (814 mm)
81° / 65°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Port Of Spain Maputo
Jan–Mar 89°/68°F (32°/20°C) 85°/72°F (30°/22°C)
Apr–Jun 91°/73°F (33°/23°C) 79°/62°F (26°/17°C)
Jul–Sep 89°/73°F (32°/23°C) 78°/60°F (25°/16°C)
Oct–Dec 89°/72°F (32°/22°C) 82°/68°F (28°/20°C)
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Month Port Of Spain Maputo
Jan 88°/68°F (31.0°/20.0°C) 86°/72°F (29.9°/22.3°C)
Feb 89°/68°F (31.5°/20.2°C) 85°/72°F (29.6°/22.3°C)
Mar 90°/69°F (32.3°/20.7°C) 85°/71°F (29.3°/21.5°C)
Apr 91°/72°F (33.0°/22.0°C) 82°/67°F (27.8°/19.4°C)
May 92°/73°F (33.1°/23.0°C) 80°/62°F (26.4°/16.8°C)
Jun 89°/74°F (31.5°/23.3°C) 76°/58°F (24.6°/14.4°C)
Jul 88°/73°F (31.3°/23.0°C) 76°/58°F (24.4°/14.2°C)
Aug 89°/73°F (31.7°/23.0°C) 78°/60°F (25.3°/15.4°C)
Sep 90°/74°F (32.2°/23.1°C) 79°/63°F (26.1°/17.2°C)
Oct 90°/73°F (32.2°/22.6°C) 80°/65°F (26.5°/18.3°C)
Nov 89°/72°F (31.5°/22.3°C) 81°/67°F (27.4°/19.7°C)
Dec 88°/70°F (31.1°/21.0°C) 84°/71°F (29.1°/21.4°C)

Data: Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Trinidad and Tobago passport

Trinidad and Tobago passport holder visiting Mozambique

Visa on Arrival
Trinidad and Tobago passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Mozambique.
Mozambique passport

Mozambique passport holder visiting Trinidad and Tobago

Visa Required
Mozambique passport holders need a visa to enter Trinidad and Tobago.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Mozambique?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Mozambique has 0.2 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 Mozambique safe for expats?

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on safety, though Mozambique leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Mozambique is 3.6 per 100,000 people, compared to 39.5 in Trinidad and Tobago.

How is healthcare in Mozambique compared to Trinidad and Tobago?

Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Mozambique leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 0.8 doctors per 10,000 people in Mozambique, compared to 41.9 in Trinidad and Tobago. Mozambique scores 44 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Trinidad and Tobago: 75).

What's the weather like in Mozambique compared to Trinidad and Tobago?

The average high temperature in Maputo is 81°F, compared to 89°F in Port Of Spain. Maputo receives around 32.0 in of rainfall per year, while Port Of Spain gets 55.4 in.

What language do they speak in Mozambique?

The official language in Mozambique is Portuguese. In Trinidad and Tobago, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

TT MZ
Population 1,405,646 31,693,239
Currency Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD) Mozambican Metical (MZN)
Languages English Portuguese
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1868 +258
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 990 119