Moving to Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) from United Kingdom

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What to Expect

Considering a move from United Kingdom to Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from United Kingdom to Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas).

Living there in 2020
1,089 ↑ 25% vs 2015

people born in United Kingdom live in Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) · UN DESA

Who's moving to Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)?

Top countries of origin for Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)'s foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) compared to United Kingdom.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

GB
41.4
FK
27.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

GB
97.0%
FK
99.0%

United Kingdom generally does better on infrastructure, though Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GB
4.1%
FK
1.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GB
$54,100
FK
$70,800

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) performs significantly better than United Kingdom across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GB
81.9 yrs
FK
77.9 yrs

United Kingdom performs better than Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United Kingdom and Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas). To live, work, or study long-term in Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)'s immigration authority.

United Kingdom passport

United Kingdom passport holder visiting Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Visa Free
United Kingdom passport holders can enter Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) 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 Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)?

Connectivity is usually fine (Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas): 27.8 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

What language do they speak in Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)?

Both United Kingdom and Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

GB FK
Population 67,791,400 3,198
Currency British Pound Sterling (£) Falkland Islands Pound (FKP)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +44 +500
Time zones 9 1
Emergency number 999