Moving to Namibia from Turks and Caicos Islands

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Turks and Caicos Islands to Namibia? 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 Namibia compared to Turks and Caicos Islands.

Is it safe?

Homicide rateUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

TC
76.6
NA
12.4

Namibia performs significantly better than Turks and Caicos Islands across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capitaWorld Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

TC
4.9t
NA
1.2t

Namibia performs significantly better than Turks and Caicos Islands across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet accessThe World Factbook, 2022

share of households with internet

TC
93.5%
NA
53.0%

Turks and Caicos Islands performs better than Namibia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rateThe World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TC
10.0%
NA
19.4%
GDP per capitaThe World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

TC
$22,400
NA
$11,500

Turks and Caicos Islands performs better than Namibia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancyThe World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TC
80.8 yrs
NA
66.5 yrs
Infant mortalityThe World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TC
11.6
NA
29.4

Turks and Caicos Islands generally does better on family life, though Namibia leads in education spending.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Namibia passport

Namibia passport holder visiting Turks and Caicos Islands

Visa Required
Namibia passport holders need a visa to enter Turks and Caicos Islands.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Namibia?

From major Namibia cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Turks and Caicos Islands and Namibia are what actually decide it long-term.

Is Namibia safe for expats?

Namibia performs significantly better than Turks and Caicos Islands across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Namibia is 12.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 76.6 in Turks and Caicos Islands.

What language do they speak in Namibia?

The official languages in Namibia are Afrikaans, English, German, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga and Tswana. In Turks and Caicos Islands, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

TC NA
Population58,2862,727,409
CurrencyUnited States Dollar ($)Namibian Dollar (NAD)
LanguagesEnglishAfrikaans, English, German, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga, Tswana
Driving sideLeftLeft
Calling code+1649+264
Time zones11
Emergency number10111