Moving to Republic of the Congo from United Arab Emirates

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What to Expect

Considering a move from United Arab Emirates to Republic of the Congo? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from United Arab Emirates to Republic of the Congo, and you’d need to navigate life in French, Kikongo and Lingala.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Republic of the Congo compared to United Arab Emirates.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

AE
5.9
CG
8.4

United Arab Emirates performs better than Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

AE
$3,727
CG
$209
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

AE
29.1
CG
1.7

United Arab Emirates generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Republic of the Congo 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

AE
70.0
CG
66.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

AE
18.3t
CG
1.3t

Republic of the Congo performs significantly better than United Arab Emirates 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

AE
40.0
CG
0.0
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

AE
1533.3%
CG
0.0%

United Arab Emirates generally does better on infrastructure, though Republic of the Congo leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

AE
2.7%
CG
20.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AE
$75,600
CG
$6,200

United Arab Emirates performs better than Republic of the Congo across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AE
79.6 yrs
CG
62.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AE
5.1
CG
47.9

United Arab Emirates generally does better on family life, though Republic of the Congo leads in education spending.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United Arab Emirates and Republic of the Congo. To live, work, or study long-term in Republic of the Congo, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Republic of the Congo's immigration authority.

United Arab Emirates passport

United Arab Emirates passport holder visiting Republic of the Congo

Visa on Arrival
United Arab Emirates passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Republic of the Congo.
Republic of the Congo passport

Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting United Arab Emirates

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Republic of the Congo passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to United Arab Emirates.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Republic of the Congo?

Connectivity is usually fine (Republic of the Congo: 0.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Republic of the Congo offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Republic of the Congo safe for expats?

United Arab Emirates performs better than Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Republic of the Congo compared to United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Republic of the Congo leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 1.7 doctors per 10,000 people in Republic of the Congo, compared to 29.1 in United Arab Emirates. Republic of the Congo scores 41 on the WHO universal health coverage index (United Arab Emirates: 82).

What language do they speak in Republic of the Congo?

The official languages in Republic of the Congo are French, Kikongo and Lingala. In United Arab Emirates, the official language is Arabic.

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At a Glance

AE CG
Population 9,915,803 5,546,307
Currency United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA)
Languages Arabic French, Kikongo, Lingala
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +971 +242
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 999