Moving to Zimbabwe from Trinidad and Tobago
What to Expect
Considering a move from Trinidad and Tobago to Zimbabwe? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Trinidad and Tobago to Zimbabwe. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Harare averages 78°F vs 89°F in Port Of Spain, making it significantly cooler.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Zimbabwe compared to Trinidad and Tobago.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on safety, though Zimbabwe leads in homicide rate.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
share of adults with obesity
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Zimbabwe leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on environment, though Zimbabwe leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
share of households with internet
Trinidad and Tobago performs better than Zimbabwe across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
share of people below the poverty line
Trinidad and Tobago performs better than Zimbabwe across all employment & economy metrics.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
percentage of adults who can read and write
Trinidad and Tobago performs better than Zimbabwe across all family life metrics.
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.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Port Of Spain | Harare |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 89°/68°F (32°/20°C) | 79°/59°F (26°/15°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 91°/73°F (33°/23°C) | 75°/49°F (24°/10°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 89°/73°F (32°/23°C) | 76°/48°F (25°/9°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 89°/72°F (32°/22°C) | 82°/59°F (28°/15°C) |
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| Month | Port Of Spain | Harare |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 88°/68°F (31.0°/20.0°C) | 79°/60°F (26.2°/15.8°C) |
| Feb | 89°/68°F (31.5°/20.2°C) | 79°/60°F (26.0°/15.7°C) |
| Mar | 90°/69°F (32.3°/20.7°C) | 79°/58°F (26.2°/14.5°C) |
| Apr | 91°/72°F (33.0°/22.0°C) | 78°/54°F (25.6°/12.5°C) |
| May | 92°/73°F (33.1°/23.0°C) | 75°/49°F (23.8°/9.3°C) |
| Jun | 89°/74°F (31.5°/23.3°C) | 71°/44°F (21.8°/6.8°C) |
| Jul | 88°/73°F (31.3°/23.0°C) | 71°/44°F (21.6°/6.5°C) |
| Aug | 89°/73°F (31.7°/23.0°C) | 75°/47°F (24.1°/8.5°C) |
| Sep | 90°/74°F (32.2°/23.1°C) | 83°/53°F (28.4°/11.7°C) |
| Oct | 90°/73°F (32.2°/22.6°C) | 84°/58°F (28.8°/14.5°C) |
| Nov | 89°/72°F (31.5°/22.3°C) | 82°/60°F (27.6°/15.5°C) |
| Dec | 88°/70°F (31.1°/21.0°C) | 79°/60°F (26.3°/15.8°C) |
Data:
Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service,
Meteorological Services Department
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Trinidad and Tobago and Zimbabwe. To live, work, or study long-term in Zimbabwe, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Zimbabwe's immigration authority.
Trinidad and Tobago passport holder visiting Zimbabwe
Visa Free
Zimbabwe passport holder visiting Trinidad and Tobago
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Zimbabwe?
Connectivity is usually fine (Zimbabwe: 1.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Zimbabwe offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Zimbabwe safe for expats?
Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on safety, though Zimbabwe leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Zimbabwe is 6.7 per 100,000 people, compared to 39.5 in Trinidad and Tobago.
How is healthcare in Zimbabwe compared to Trinidad and Tobago?
Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Zimbabwe leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 1.7 doctors per 10,000 people in Zimbabwe, compared to 41.9 in Trinidad and Tobago. Zimbabwe scores 55 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Trinidad and Tobago: 75).
What's the weather like in Zimbabwe compared to Trinidad and Tobago?
The average high temperature in Harare is 78°F, compared to 89°F in Port Of Spain. Harare receives around 33.1 in of rainfall per year, while Port Of Spain gets 55.4 in.
What language do they speak in Zimbabwe?
The official languages in Zimbabwe are Chewa, Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Khoisan, Ndau, Northern Ndebele, Shona, Sotho, Tonga, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa and Zimbabwean Sign Language. In Trinidad and Tobago, the official language is English.
Compare further: Trinidad and Tobago vs. Zimbabwe
At a Glance
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ZW
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|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,405,646 | 15,121,004 |
| Currency | Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD) | Zimbabwean Dollar (ZWL) |
| Languages | English | Chewa, Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Khoisan, Ndau, Northern Ndebele, Shona, Sotho, Tonga, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa, Zimbabwean Sign Language |
| Driving side | Left | Left |
| Calling code | +1868 | +263 |
| Time zones | 1 | 1 |
| Emergency number | 990 | 999 |