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Popular tourist islands for families with kids

A family-first read of Popular tourist islands: where schools are, whether there is a hospital on-island, typical rent bands, and how islands differ for daily life with children. U.S. passport shown below — use compare to filter UK or EU.

How to use this page

  1. Scan the island cards for the biggest family tradeoffs.
  2. Check schools by island — confirm tuition and ages with each school.
  3. Use the comparison table for side-by-side healthcare, rent, and transport.
  4. Open individual island profiles for sourced detail and map switching.
  5. Or use the family shortlist wizard to rank islands by your kids' ages and budget.

Which island fits your family?

Plain-language summaries — not rankings. Your budget, school needs, and tolerance for ferry-only access will drive the answer.

  • Paros

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Milos

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Crete

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Mykonos

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Santorini

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Rhodes

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Corfu

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Naxos

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Zakynthos

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Skiathos

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Hydra

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr from Piraeus.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Kos

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Symi

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Nearest full hospital on Rhodes (1 hr from Rhodes ferry)
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Skopelos

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr from Skiathos or Volos.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Poros

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1 hr from Piraeus.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Aegina

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Sicily

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Sardinia

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Ischia

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Capri

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Elba

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Procida

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Lipari (Aeolian Islands)

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Ponza

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Formia.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Pantelleria

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Lampedusa

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Hvar

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Korčula

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Brač

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Vis

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2.5 hr ferry from Split.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Madeira

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • São Miguel (Azores)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Fuerteventura

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Aruba

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Barbados

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Jamaica

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Anguilla

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Dominica

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Turks and Caicos

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Antigua

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Grand Cayman

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • New Providence (Nassau)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Tortola (BVI)

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Curaçao

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Grenada

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Saint Barthélemy

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • St Vincent

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • St Kitts

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Nevis

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Martinique

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Cuba (main island)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Dominican Republic (Hispaniola)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Sint Maarten

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Roatán

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Ambergris Caye

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Bali

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Lombok

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Phuket

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Koh Samui

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Koh Phangan

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Koh Tao

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Nearest full hospital on Koh Samui (1.5 hr ferry from Koh Samui ferry)
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Koh Phi Phi

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Nearest full hospital on Phuket (2 hr ferry from Phuket ferry)
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Koh Lipe

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1.5 hr speedboat from Pak Bara.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Koh Chang

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~30 min ferry from Trat.
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Boracay

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Phú Quốc

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Langkawi

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Tioman

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Mersing.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Siargao

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Gili Trawangan

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Nearest full hospital on Lombok (15 min fast boat from Lombok ferry)
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Malé (Maldives)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Mauritius

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Mahé (Seychelles)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Praslin (Seychelles)

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Nearest full hospital on Mahé (Seychelles) (1 hr ferry from Mahé ferry)
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Zanzibar (Unguja)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Réunion

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Sri Lanka

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Nusa Penida

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Viti Levu (Fiji)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Bora Bora

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Moorea

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Tahiti

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Tetiaroa

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Nearest full hospital on Tahiti (1 hr boat or charter from Tahiti ferry)
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Rarotonga (Cook Islands)

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Upolu (Samoa)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Grande Terre (New Caledonia)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Kangaroo Island

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~45 min ferry from Cape Jervis.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • K'gari (Fraser Island)

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~50 min ferry from Hervey Bay.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Cape Breton Island

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Isla Holbox

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~20 min ferry from Chiquila.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Cozumel

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Isla Mujeres

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Prince Edward Island

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Guernsey

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Jersey

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile
  • Isles of Scilly

    2 school(s) documented; limited on-island hospital access.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: No full hospital on island · Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2.5 hr ferry from Penzance.
    • Rent band: $600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
    Full family profile
  • Jeju

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Okinawa (main island)

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
    Full family profile
  • Ishigaki

    2 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 2 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
    Full family profile
  • Miyako-jima

    3 school(s) documented; hospital on island.

    • 3 schools
    • Hospital: full hospital on island
    • Rent band: $900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
    Full family profile

Where islands differ most

  • Residency (US passport)
  • Schools (K–12)
  • Early years (preschool / nursery)
  • Higher education
  • Hospital on island
  • Evacuation notes
  • Rent band (monthly, USD)
  • Groceries vs mainland US
  • Island cost premium
  • Hurricane / cyclone exposure
  • Language(s)
  • Car necessity
  • Top income tax rate
  • Income tax bands
  • Ferry links

Schools by island

  • Paros
    • Paros — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Paros — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Milos
    • Milos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Milos — community school or distance learning

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Crete
    • Crete — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Crete — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Crete — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Mykonos
    • Mykonos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Mykonos — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Santorini
    • Santorini — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Santorini — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Rhodes
    • Rhodes — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Rhodes — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Rhodes Town

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Corfu
    • Corfu — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Corfu — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Corfu Town

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Naxos
    • Naxos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Naxos — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Zakynthos
    • Zakynthos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Zakynthos — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Skiathos
    • Skiathos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Skiathos — community school or distance learning

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Hydra
    • Hydra — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Hydra — small local school; senior grades may require ~2 hr from Piraeus

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Kos
    • Kos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Kos — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Symi
    • Symi — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Symi — small local school; senior grades may require ~1 hr from Rhodes

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Skopelos
    • Skopelos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Skopelos — small local school; senior grades may require ~2 hr from Skiathos or Volos

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Poros
    • Poros — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Poros — small local school; senior grades may require ~1 hr from Piraeus

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Aegina
    • Aegina — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Aegina — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Sicily
    • Sicily — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Sicily — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Sicily — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Sardinia
    • Sardinia — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Sardinia — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Sardinia — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Ischia
    • Ischia — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Ischia — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Ischia Porto

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Capri
    • Capri — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Capri — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Elba
    • Elba — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Elba — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Procida
    • Procida — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Procida — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Lipari (Aeolian Islands)
    • Lipari (Aeolian Islands) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Lipari (Aeolian Islands) — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Ponza
    • Ponza — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Ponza — small local school; senior grades may require ~2 hr ferry from Formia

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Pantelleria
    • Pantelleria — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Pantelleria — community school or distance learning

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Lampedusa
    • Lampedusa — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Lampedusa — community school or distance learning

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Hvar
    • Hvar — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Hvar — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Korčula
    • Korčula — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Korčula — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Brač
    • Brač — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Brač — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Vis
    • Vis — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Vis — small local school; senior grades may require ~2.5 hr ferry from Split

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Madeira
    • Madeira — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Madeira — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Madeira — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • São Miguel (Azores)
    • São Miguel (Azores) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • São Miguel (Azores) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Ponta Delgada

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Fuerteventura
    • Fuerteventura — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Fuerteventura — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Puerto del Rosario

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Aruba
    • Aruba — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Aruba — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Oranjestad

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Barbados
    • Barbados — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Barbados — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Barbados — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Jamaica
    • Jamaica — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Jamaica — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Jamaica — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Anguilla
    • Anguilla — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Anguilla — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Dominica
    • Dominica — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Dominica — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Roseau

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Turks and Caicos
    • Turks and Caicos — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Turks and Caicos — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Antigua
    • Antigua — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Antigua — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — St John's

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Grand Cayman
    • Grand Cayman — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Grand Cayman — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — George Town

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • New Providence (Nassau)
    • New Providence (Nassau) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • New Providence (Nassau) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • New Providence (Nassau) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Tortola (BVI)
    • Tortola (BVI) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Tortola (BVI) — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Curaçao
    • Curaçao — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Curaçao — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Willemstad

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Grenada
    • Grenada — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Grenada — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — St George's

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Saint Barthélemy
    • Saint Barthélemy — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Saint Barthélemy — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • St Vincent
    • St Vincent — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • St Vincent — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Kingstown

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • St Kitts
    • St Kitts — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • St Kitts — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Basseterre

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Nevis
    • Nevis — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Nevis — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Martinique
    • Martinique — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Martinique — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Martinique — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Cuba (main island)
    • Cuba (main island) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Cuba (main island) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Cuba (main island) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Dominican Republic (Hispaniola)
    • Dominican Republic (Hispaniola) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Dominican Republic (Hispaniola) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Dominican Republic (Hispaniola) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Sint Maarten
    • Sint Maarten — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Sint Maarten — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Roatán
    • Roatán — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Roatán — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Coxen Hole

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Ambergris Caye
    • Ambergris Caye — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Ambergris Caye — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Bali
    • Bali — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Bali — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Bali — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Lombok
    • Lombok — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Lombok — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Lombok — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Phuket
    • Phuket — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Phuket — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Phuket — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Koh Samui
    • Koh Samui — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Koh Samui — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Nathon / Chaweng

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Koh Phangan
    • Koh Phangan — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Koh Phangan — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Koh Tao
    • Koh Tao — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Koh Tao — small local school; senior grades may require ~1.5 hr ferry from Koh Samui

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Koh Phi Phi
    • Koh Phi Phi — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Koh Phi Phi — small local school; senior grades may require ~2 hr ferry from Phuket

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Koh Lipe
    • Koh Lipe — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Koh Lipe — small local school; senior grades may require ~1.5 hr speedboat from Pak Bara

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Koh Chang
    • Koh Chang — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Koh Chang — small local school; senior grades may require ~30 min ferry from Trat

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Boracay
    • Boracay — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Boracay — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Phú Quốc
    • Phú Quốc — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Phú Quốc — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Duong Dong

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Langkawi
    • Langkawi — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Langkawi — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Kuah

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Tioman
    • Tioman — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Tioman — small local school; senior grades may require ~2 hr ferry from Mersing

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Siargao
    • Siargao — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Siargao — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Dapa / General Luna

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Gili Trawangan
    • Gili Trawangan — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Gili Trawangan — small local school; senior grades may require ~15 min fast boat from Lombok

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Malé (Maldives)
    • Malé (Maldives) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Malé (Maldives) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Malé (Maldives) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Mauritius
    • Mauritius — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Mauritius — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Mauritius — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Mahé (Seychelles)
    • Mahé (Seychelles) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Mahé (Seychelles) — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Victoria

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Praslin (Seychelles)
    • Praslin (Seychelles) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Praslin (Seychelles) — small local school; senior grades may require ~1 hr ferry from Mahé

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Zanzibar (Unguja)
    • Zanzibar (Unguja) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Zanzibar (Unguja) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Zanzibar (Unguja) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Réunion
    • Réunion — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Réunion — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Réunion — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Sri Lanka
    • Sri Lanka — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Sri Lanka — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Sri Lanka — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Nusa Penida
    • Nusa Penida — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Nusa Penida — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Viti Levu (Fiji)
    • Viti Levu (Fiji) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Viti Levu (Fiji) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Viti Levu (Fiji) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Bora Bora
    • Bora Bora — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Bora Bora — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Moorea
    • Moorea — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Moorea — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Tahiti
    • Tahiti — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Tahiti — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Papeete

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Tetiaroa
    • Tetiaroa — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Tetiaroa — small local school; senior grades may require ~1 hr boat or charter from Tahiti

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Rarotonga (Cook Islands)
    • Rarotonga (Cook Islands) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Rarotonga (Cook Islands) — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Upolu (Samoa)
    • Upolu (Samoa) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Upolu (Samoa) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Apia

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Grande Terre (New Caledonia)
    • Grande Terre (New Caledonia) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Grande Terre (New Caledonia) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Grande Terre (New Caledonia) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Kangaroo Island
    • Kangaroo Island — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Kangaroo Island — small local school; senior grades may require ~45 min ferry from Cape Jervis

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • K'gari (Fraser Island)
    • K'gari (Fraser Island) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • K'gari (Fraser Island) — small local school; senior grades may require ~50 min ferry from Hervey Bay

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Cape Breton Island
    • Cape Breton Island — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Cape Breton Island — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Sydney / Baddeck

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Isla Holbox
    • Isla Holbox — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Isla Holbox — small local school; senior grades may require ~20 min ferry from Chiquila

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Cozumel
    • Cozumel — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Cozumel — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — San Miguel de Cozumel

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Isla Mujeres
    • Isla Mujeres — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Isla Mujeres — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Prince Edward Island
    • Prince Edward Island — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Prince Edward Island — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Charlottetown

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Guernsey
    • Guernsey — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Guernsey — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — St Peter Port

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Jersey
    • Jersey — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Jersey — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Saint Helier

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

  • Isles of Scilly
    • Isles of Scilly — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Isles of Scilly — small local school; senior grades may require ~2.5 hr ferry from Penzance

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Jeju
    • Jeju — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Jeju — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Jeju — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Okinawa (main island)
    • Okinawa (main island) — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Okinawa (main island) — public and international K–12 schools

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Okinawa (main island) — universities and colleges

      Higher education · ages Ages 18+

  • Ishigaki
    • Ishigaki — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Ishigaki — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

  • Miyako-jima
    • Miyako-jima — international / local preschool (verify availability)

      Local national, International (where offered) · ages Ages 3–6

    • Miyako-jima — local schools; international options limited

      Local national curriculum, International (verify) · ages Ages 5–18

    • Colleges / branch campuses — Hirara

      Higher education, Vocational · ages Ages 18+

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FieldParosMilosCreteMykonosSantoriniRhodesCorfuNaxosZakynthosSkiathosHydraKosSymiSkopelosPorosAeginaSicilySardiniaIschiaCapriElbaProcidaLipari (Aeolian Islands)PonzaPantelleriaLampedusaHvarKorčulaBračVisMadeiraSão Miguel (Azores)FuerteventuraArubaBarbadosJamaicaAnguillaDominicaTurks and CaicosAntiguaGrand CaymanNew Providence (Nassau)Tortola (BVI)CuraçaoGrenadaSaint BarthélemySt VincentSt KittsNevisMartiniqueCuba (main island)Dominican Republic (Hispaniola)Sint MaartenRoatánAmbergris CayeBaliLombokPhuketKoh SamuiKoh PhanganKoh TaoKoh Phi PhiKoh LipeKoh ChangBoracayPhú QuốcLangkawiTiomanSiargaoGili TrawanganMalé (Maldives)MauritiusMahé (Seychelles)Praslin (Seychelles)Zanzibar (Unguja)RéunionSri LankaNusa PenidaViti Levu (Fiji)Bora BoraMooreaTahitiTetiaroaRarotonga (Cook Islands)Upolu (Samoa)Grande Terre (New Caledonia)Kangaroo IslandK'gari (Fraser Island)Cape Breton IslandIsla HolboxCozumelIsla MujeresPrince Edward IslandGuernseyJerseyIsles of ScillyJejuOkinawa (main island)IshigakiMiyako-jima
Residency
Residency (US passport)differs
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
British Overseas Territory entry: U.S. citizens typically enter as visitors; length of stay set on arrival. Work permits and long-term residence require territory immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
British Overseas Territory entry: U.S. citizens typically enter as visitors; length of stay set on arrival. Work permits and long-term residence require territory immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
British Overseas Territory entry: U.S. citizens typically enter as visitors; length of stay set on arrival. Work permits and long-term residence require territory immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Schengen short-stay visa (if required): U.S. citizens may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days in most Schengen states. Long-term relocation requires a national residence permit (work, family, study, or investment). Confirm rules for the specific country.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visitor visa / permit: U.S. citizens generally receive tourist entry (duration varies by country). Work and long-term residence require national immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visitor visa / permit: U.S. citizens generally receive tourist entry (duration varies by country). Work and long-term residence require national immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visitor visa / permit: U.S. citizens generally receive tourist entry (duration varies by country). Work and long-term residence require national immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
French overseas territory entry: U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
· verified 2026-06-11
eTA / visitor visa: U.S. citizens need an eTA (Canada) or ETA (Australia) or visitor visa for tourism. Permanent residence is a separate points-based or sponsored pathway.
· verified 2026-06-11
eTA / visitor visa: U.S. citizens need an eTA (Canada) or ETA (Australia) or visitor visa for tourism. Permanent residence is a separate points-based or sponsored pathway.
· verified 2026-06-11
eTA / visitor visa: U.S. citizens need an eTA (Canada) or ETA (Australia) or visitor visa for tourism. Permanent residence is a separate points-based or sponsored pathway.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival (varies): Many Caribbean nations allow U.S. visitors 30–180 days visa-free. Extensions and work permits require the national immigration department.
· verified 2026-06-11
eTA / visitor visa: U.S. citizens need an eTA (Canada) or ETA (Australia) or visitor visa for tourism. Permanent residence is a separate points-based or sponsored pathway.
· verified 2026-06-11
British Overseas Territory entry: U.S. citizens typically enter as visitors; length of stay set on arrival. Work permits and long-term residence require territory immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
British Overseas Territory entry: U.S. citizens typically enter as visitors; length of stay set on arrival. Work permits and long-term residence require territory immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
British Overseas Territory entry: U.S. citizens typically enter as visitors; length of stay set on arrival. Work permits and long-term residence require territory immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Tourist / social / work visa: U.S. citizens typically receive 30-day visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry (country-specific). Retirement, digital-nomad, and work visas require embassy or immigration approval.
· verified 2026-06-11
Education
Schools (K–12)differs
Paros
verified 2026-06-11
Milos
verified 2026-06-11
Crete
verified 2026-06-11
Mykonos
verified 2026-06-11
Santorini
verified 2026-06-11
Rhodes
verified 2026-06-11
Corfu
verified 2026-06-11
Naxos
verified 2026-06-11
Zakynthos
verified 2026-06-11
Skiathos
verified 2026-06-11
Hydra
verified 2026-06-11
Kos
verified 2026-06-11
Symi
verified 2026-06-11
Skopelos
verified 2026-06-11
Poros
verified 2026-06-11
Aegina
verified 2026-06-11
Sicily
verified 2026-06-11
Sardinia
verified 2026-06-11
Ischia
verified 2026-06-11
Capri
verified 2026-06-11
Elba
verified 2026-06-11
Procida
verified 2026-06-11
Lipari (Aeolian Islands)
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Ponza (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
Pantelleria
verified 2026-06-11
Lampedusa
verified 2026-06-11
Hvar
verified 2026-06-11
Korčula
verified 2026-06-11
Brač
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Vis (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
Madeira
verified 2026-06-11
São Miguel (Azores)
verified 2026-06-11
Fuerteventura
verified 2026-06-11
Aruba
verified 2026-06-11
Barbados
verified 2026-06-11
Jamaica
verified 2026-06-11
Anguilla
verified 2026-06-11
Dominica
verified 2026-06-11
Turks and Caicos
verified 2026-06-11
Antigua
verified 2026-06-11
Grand Cayman
verified 2026-06-11
New Providence (Nassau)
verified 2026-06-11
Tortola (BVI)
verified 2026-06-11
Curaçao
verified 2026-06-11
Grenada
verified 2026-06-11
Saint Barthélemy
verified 2026-06-11
St Vincent
verified 2026-06-11
St Kitts
verified 2026-06-11
Nevis
verified 2026-06-11
Martinique
verified 2026-06-11
Cuba (main island)
verified 2026-06-11
Dominican Republic (Hispaniola)
verified 2026-06-11
Sint Maarten
verified 2026-06-11
Roatán
verified 2026-06-11
Ambergris Caye
verified 2026-06-11
Bali
verified 2026-06-11
Lombok
verified 2026-06-11
Phuket
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Samui
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Phangan
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Koh Tao (1.5 hr ferry from Koh Samui ferry to Koh Samui)
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Koh Phi Phi (2 hr ferry from Phuket ferry to Phuket)
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Lipe
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Koh Chang (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
Boracay
verified 2026-06-11
Phú Quốc
verified 2026-06-11
Langkawi
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Tioman (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
Siargao
verified 2026-06-11
Gili Trawangan
verified 2026-06-11
Malé (Maldives)
verified 2026-06-11
Mauritius
verified 2026-06-11
Mahé (Seychelles)
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Praslin (Seychelles) (1 hr ferry from Mahé ferry to Mahé (Seychelles))
verified 2026-06-11
Zanzibar (Unguja)
verified 2026-06-11
Réunion
verified 2026-06-11
Sri Lanka
verified 2026-06-11
Nusa Penida
verified 2026-06-11
Viti Levu (Fiji)
verified 2026-06-11
Bora Bora
verified 2026-06-11
Moorea
verified 2026-06-11
Tahiti
verified 2026-06-11
Tetiaroa
verified 2026-06-11
Rarotonga (Cook Islands)
verified 2026-06-11
Upolu (Samoa)
verified 2026-06-11
Grande Terre (New Caledonia)
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Kangaroo Island (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: K'gari (Fraser Island) (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
Cape Breton Island
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Isla Holbox (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
Cozumel
verified 2026-06-11
Isla Mujeres
verified 2026-06-11
Prince Edward Island
verified 2026-06-11
Guernsey
verified 2026-06-11
Jersey
verified 2026-06-11
None on island; nearest: Isles of Scilly (Off island — confirm travel time with the institution)
verified 2026-06-11
Jeju
verified 2026-06-11
Okinawa (main island)
verified 2026-06-11
Ishigaki
verified 2026-06-11
Miyako-jima
verified 2026-06-11
Early years (preschool / nursery)differs
Paros
verified 2026-06-11
Milos
verified 2026-06-11
Crete
verified 2026-06-11
Mykonos
verified 2026-06-11
Santorini
verified 2026-06-11
Rhodes
verified 2026-06-11
Corfu
verified 2026-06-11
Naxos
verified 2026-06-11
Zakynthos
verified 2026-06-11
Skiathos
verified 2026-06-11
Hydra
verified 2026-06-11
Kos
verified 2026-06-11
Symi
verified 2026-06-11
Skopelos
verified 2026-06-11
Poros
verified 2026-06-11
Aegina
verified 2026-06-11
Sicily
verified 2026-06-11
Sardinia
verified 2026-06-11
Ischia
verified 2026-06-11
Capri
verified 2026-06-11
Elba
verified 2026-06-11
Procida
verified 2026-06-11
Lipari (Aeolian Islands)
verified 2026-06-11
Ponza
verified 2026-06-11
Pantelleria
verified 2026-06-11
Lampedusa
verified 2026-06-11
Hvar
verified 2026-06-11
Korčula
verified 2026-06-11
Brač
verified 2026-06-11
Vis
verified 2026-06-11
Madeira
verified 2026-06-11
São Miguel (Azores)
verified 2026-06-11
Fuerteventura
verified 2026-06-11
Aruba
verified 2026-06-11
Barbados
verified 2026-06-11
Jamaica
verified 2026-06-11
Anguilla
verified 2026-06-11
Dominica
verified 2026-06-11
Turks and Caicos
verified 2026-06-11
Antigua
verified 2026-06-11
Grand Cayman
verified 2026-06-11
New Providence (Nassau)
verified 2026-06-11
Tortola (BVI)
verified 2026-06-11
Curaçao
verified 2026-06-11
Grenada
verified 2026-06-11
Saint Barthélemy
verified 2026-06-11
St Vincent
verified 2026-06-11
St Kitts
verified 2026-06-11
Nevis
verified 2026-06-11
Martinique
verified 2026-06-11
Cuba (main island)
verified 2026-06-11
Dominican Republic (Hispaniola)
verified 2026-06-11
Sint Maarten
verified 2026-06-11
Roatán
verified 2026-06-11
Ambergris Caye
verified 2026-06-11
Bali
verified 2026-06-11
Lombok
verified 2026-06-11
Phuket
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Samui
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Phangan
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Tao
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Phi Phi
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Lipe
verified 2026-06-11
Koh Chang
verified 2026-06-11
Boracay
verified 2026-06-11
Phú Quốc
verified 2026-06-11
Langkawi
verified 2026-06-11
Tioman
verified 2026-06-11
Siargao
verified 2026-06-11
Gili Trawangan
verified 2026-06-11
Malé (Maldives)
verified 2026-06-11
Mauritius
verified 2026-06-11
Mahé (Seychelles)
verified 2026-06-11
Praslin (Seychelles)
verified 2026-06-11
Zanzibar (Unguja)
verified 2026-06-11
Réunion
verified 2026-06-11
Sri Lanka
verified 2026-06-11
Nusa Penida
verified 2026-06-11
Viti Levu (Fiji)
verified 2026-06-11
Bora Bora
verified 2026-06-11
Moorea
verified 2026-06-11
Tahiti
verified 2026-06-11
Tetiaroa
verified 2026-06-11
Rarotonga (Cook Islands)
verified 2026-06-11
Upolu (Samoa)
verified 2026-06-11
Grande Terre (New Caledonia)
verified 2026-06-11
Kangaroo Island
verified 2026-06-11
K'gari (Fraser Island)
verified 2026-06-11
Cape Breton Island
verified 2026-06-11
Isla Holbox
verified 2026-06-11
Cozumel
verified 2026-06-11
Isla Mujeres
verified 2026-06-11
Prince Edward Island
verified 2026-06-11
Guernsey
verified 2026-06-11
Jersey
verified 2026-06-11
Isles of Scilly
verified 2026-06-11
Jeju
verified 2026-06-11
Okinawa (main island)
verified 2026-06-11
Ishigaki
verified 2026-06-11
Miyako-jima
verified 2026-06-11
Higher educationdiffers
None documented on island
None documented on island
Crete
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
Sicily
verified 2026-06-11
Sardinia
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
Madeira
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Barbados
verified 2026-06-11
Jamaica
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
New Providence (Nassau)
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Martinique
verified 2026-06-11
Cuba (main island)
verified 2026-06-11
Dominican Republic (Hispaniola)
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Bali
verified 2026-06-11
Lombok
verified 2026-06-11
Phuket
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Malé (Maldives)
verified 2026-06-11
Mauritius
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Zanzibar (Unguja)
verified 2026-06-11
Réunion
verified 2026-06-11
Sri Lanka
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Viti Levu (Fiji)
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Grande Terre (New Caledonia)
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Jeju
verified 2026-06-11
Okinawa (main island)
verified 2026-06-11
None documented on island
Colleges / branch campuses
verified 2026-06-11
Healthcare
Hospital on islanddiffers
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr from Piraeus.
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Nearest full hospital on Rhodes (1 hr from Rhodes ferry)
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr from Skiathos or Volos.
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1 hr from Piraeus.
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Formia.
No full hospital on island — Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
No full hospital on island — Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2.5 hr ferry from Split.
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
PAHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
PAHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Nearest full hospital on Koh Samui (1.5 hr ferry from Koh Samui ferry)
No full hospital on island — Nearest full hospital on Phuket (2 hr ferry from Phuket ferry)
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1.5 hr speedboat from Pak Bara.
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~30 min ferry from Trat.
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Mersing.
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Nearest full hospital on Lombok (15 min fast boat from Lombok ferry)
Yes — full hospital on island
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
No full hospital on island — Nearest full hospital on Mahé (Seychelles) (1 hr ferry from Mahé ferry)
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Nearest full hospital on Tahiti (1 hr boat or charter from Tahiti ferry)
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~45 min ferry from Cape Jervis.
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~50 min ferry from Hervey Bay.
Yes — full hospital on island
Health Canada (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~20 min ferry from Chiquila.
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Health Canada (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
No full hospital on island — Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2.5 hr ferry from Penzance.
NHS England (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Yes — full hospital on island
Evacuation notesdiffers
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Major hospital hub on Crete; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Rhodes Town mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Corfu Town mainland hub or national referral centre.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Zakynthos Town mainland hub or national referral centre.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr from Piraeus.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Kos Town mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1 hr from Rhodes.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr from Skiathos or Volos.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1 hr from Piraeus.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~40 min from Piraeus.
Major hospital hub on Sicily; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Sardinia; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Ischia Porto mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~50 min ferry from Naples.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Portoferraio mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~40 min from Naples.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Milazzo.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Formia.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Split.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2.5 hr ferry from Split.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~50 min ferry from Split.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2.5 hr ferry from Split.
Major hospital hub on Madeira; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Ponta Delgada mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Puerto del Rosario mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Oranjestad mainland hub or national referral centre.
Major hospital hub on Barbados; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Jamaica; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Roseau mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Cockburn Town mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to St John's mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to George Town mainland hub or national referral centre.
Major hospital hub on New Providence (Nassau); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Willemstad mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to St George's mainland hub or national referral centre.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Kingstown mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Basseterre mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~20 min ferry from St Kitts.
Major hospital hub on Martinique; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Cuba (main island); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Dominican Republic (Hispaniola); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Philipsburg mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Coxen Hole mainland hub or national referral centre.
PAHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
PAHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Major hospital hub on Bali; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Lombok; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Phuket; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Nathon mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~30 min ferry from Koh Samui.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1.5 hr ferry from Koh Samui.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Phuket.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1.5 hr speedboat from Pak Bara.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~30 min ferry from Trat.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Malay mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Duong Dong mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Kuah mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2 hr ferry from Mersing.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Dapa mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~15 min fast boat from Lombok.
Major hospital hub on Malé (Maldives); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Major hospital hub on Mauritius; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Victoria mainland hub or national referral centre.
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1 hr ferry from Mahé.
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Major hospital hub on Zanzibar (Unguja); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Major hospital hub on Réunion; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Sri Lanka; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
WHO (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Sampalan mainland hub or national referral centre.
Major hospital hub on Viti Levu (Fiji); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~30 min ferry from Tahiti.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Papeete mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~1 hr boat or charter from Tahiti.
Small hospital or health centre; complex cases evacuated by air to nearest national hub.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Apia mainland hub or national referral centre.
Major hospital hub on Grande Terre (New Caledonia); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~45 min ferry from Cape Jervis.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~50 min ferry from Hervey Bay.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Sydney mainland hub or national referral centre.
Health Canada (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~20 min ferry from Chiquila.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to San Miguel de Cozumel mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~20 min ferry from Cancún.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Charlottetown mainland hub or national referral centre.
Health Canada (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to St Peter Port mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Saint Helier mainland hub or national referral centre.
Clinic or nurse-led care on island; emergencies and specialist care via ~2.5 hr ferry from Penzance.
NHS England (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Major hospital hub on Jeju; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
Major hospital hub on Okinawa (main island); complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Ishigaki City mainland hub or national referral centre.
District hospital or health centre on island; specialist care may require transfer to Hirara mainland hub or national referral centre.
Cost of living
Rent band (monthly, USD)differs
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
$600–$1,200/mo (2BR; seasonal / short-stay market)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
$700–$1,400/mo (2BR; limited stock)
$900–$1,800/mo (2BR; tourism corridors premium)
Groceries vs mainland USdiffers
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland Greece prices; small Cycladic isles 10–20% ferry premium
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland in cities; island premium 5–15% on smaller isles
Near mainland Croatia; island ferry adds 5–10%
Near mainland Croatia; island ferry adds 5–10%
Near mainland Croatia; island ferry adds 5–10%
Near mainland Croatia; island ferry adds 5–10%
Near mainland Portugal; Azores/Madeira 10–15% import premium
Near mainland Portugal; Azores/Madeira 10–15% import premium
Near mainland Spain; island freight modest premium
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
30–45% above mainland due to import costs
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
30–45% above mainland due to import costs
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
30–45% above mainland due to import costs
30–40% import premium typical
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–40% above mainland France — import freight
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–40% above mainland France — import freight
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
25–50% above U.S./UK mainland — import dependent
30–40% import premium typical
15–30% above capital city — resort island premium
15–30% above capital city — resort island premium
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
Resort islands 20–40% premium; capital cities nearer mainland
Resort islands 20–40% premium; capital cities nearer mainland
Resort islands 20–40% premium; capital cities nearer mainland
Resort islands 20–40% premium; capital cities nearer mainland
Resort islands 20–40% premium; capital cities nearer mainland
Réunion near France pricing with freight premium
Resort islands 20–40% premium; capital cities nearer mainland
Island resort premium 10–25% over mainland cities
20–35% import premium on remote islands
40–60% premium on remote atolls — freight from France
40–60% premium on remote atolls — freight from France
40–60% premium on remote atolls — freight from France
40–60% premium on remote atolls — freight from France
20–35% import premium on remote islands
20–35% import premium on remote islands
40–60% premium on remote atolls — freight from France
Island resort premium; mainland cities for provisioning
Island resort premium; mainland cities for provisioning
Near mainland Atlantic Canada pricing
Resort island 15–25% over mainland
Resort island 15–25% over mainland
Resort island 15–25% over mainland
Near mainland Atlantic Canada pricing
Higher than UK mainland — import costs
Higher than UK mainland — import costs
Isles of Scilly 15–20% premium over Cornwall
Island premiums modest over mainland cities
Island premiums modest over mainland cities
Island premiums modest over mainland cities
Island premiums modest over mainland cities
Island cost premiumdiffers
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Tourism demand drives summer housing premiums on popular isles
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Sicily and Sardinia moderate; Capri/Ischia high tourism premium
Dalmatian coast tourism premium in summer
Dalmatian coast tourism premium in summer
Dalmatian coast tourism premium in summer
Dalmatian coast tourism premium in summer
Madeira moderate; Azores lower than Lisbon
Madeira moderate; Azores lower than Lisbon
Canary Islands lower VAT (IGIC) — popular expat destination
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High tourism and finance-sector housing demand
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High tourism and finance-sector housing demand
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High tourism and finance-sector housing demand
Tourism and cruise-port economies
High on small tourism-dependent islands
St Barts and Martinique luxury premiums
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High on small tourism-dependent islands
St Barts and Martinique luxury premiums
High on small tourism-dependent islands
High on small tourism-dependent islands
Tourism and cruise-port economies
Tourism corridor pricing on cays and bay islands
Tourism corridor pricing on cays and bay islands
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Maldives and Seychelles luxury resort pricing
Maldives and Seychelles luxury resort pricing
Maldives and Seychelles luxury resort pricing
Maldives and Seychelles luxury resort pricing
Maldives and Seychelles luxury resort pricing
French overseas department — EU standards
Maldives and Seychelles luxury resort pricing
Bali, Phuket, Boracay carry strong tourism premiums
Tourism and remittance economies
Bora Bora and Tetiaroa ultra-luxury pricing
Bora Bora and Tetiaroa ultra-luxury pricing
Bora Bora and Tetiaroa ultra-luxury pricing
Bora Bora and Tetiaroa ultra-luxury pricing
Tourism and remittance economies
Tourism and remittance economies
Bora Bora and Tetiaroa ultra-luxury pricing
Whitsunday and Kangaroo Island tourism premiums
Whitsunday and Kangaroo Island tourism premiums
PEI and Cape Breton moderate island premiums
Cozumel and Holbox tourism premiums
Cozumel and Holbox tourism premiums
Cozumel and Holbox tourism premiums
PEI and Cape Breton moderate island premiums
Finance-sector and tourism premiums
Finance-sector and tourism premiums
Tourism-driven housing on Scilly
Jeju and Okinawa tourism economies
Jeju and Okinawa tourism economies
Jeju and Okinawa tourism economies
Jeju and Okinawa tourism economies
Climate & risk
Hurricane / cyclone exposurediffers
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Low–moderate Mediterranean cyclone exposure; strong summer meltemi winds
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate — Tyrrhenian and Sicilian storms; not Atlantic hurricane belt
Moderate Adriatic bora and jugo storms
Moderate Adriatic bora and jugo storms
Moderate Adriatic bora and jugo storms
Moderate Adriatic bora and jugo storms
Low — Atlantic archipelagos; Madeira occasional winter storms
Low — Atlantic archipelagos; Madeira occasional winter storms
Low Atlantic cyclone exposure compared with Caribbean
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season
High — Atlantic hurricane season
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season Jun–Nov
High — Atlantic hurricane season
Moderate–high — Caribbean coast hurricane exposure
Moderate–high — Caribbean coast hurricane exposure
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr in many basins
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr in many basins
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr in many basins
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr in many basins
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr in many basins
Moderate — cyclone season
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr in many basins
High — typhoon/monsoon exposure (May–Nov varies)
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr
Moderate cyclone exposure
Moderate cyclone exposure
Moderate cyclone exposure
Moderate cyclone exposure
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr
Moderate — cyclone season Nov–Apr
Moderate cyclone exposure
Moderate — cyclone exposure on Queensland coast
Moderate — cyclone exposure on Queensland coast
Moderate — Atlantic storms; not hurricane core
Moderate — Caribbean hurricane season
Moderate — Caribbean hurricane season
Moderate — Caribbean hurricane season
Moderate — Atlantic storms; not hurricane core
Low — Atlantic storms occasionally
Low — Atlantic storms occasionally
Moderate Atlantic exposure
Typhoon exposure Jun–Oct
Typhoon exposure Jun–Oct
Typhoon exposure Jun–Oct
Typhoon exposure Jun–Oct
Daily life
Language(s)differs
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Greek (official); English widely spoken in tourism corridors
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Italian (official); English in major resorts
Croatian (official); English common in tourism
Croatian (official); English common in tourism
Croatian (official); English common in tourism
Croatian (official); English common in tourism
Portuguese (official)
Portuguese (official)
Spanish (official)
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English (official)
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English (official)
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English (official)
Dutch, English, and Papiamento (varies)
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
French (official); Creole widely spoken
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
French (official); Creole widely spoken
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
English or local Creole; Spanish in Hispanic islands
Dutch, English, and Papiamento (varies)
Spanish (official); English in Belize
Spanish (official); English in Belize
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
Local official language; English in tourism
Local official language; English in tourism
Local official language; English in tourism
Local official language; English in tourism
Local official language; English in tourism
French (official); Creole widely spoken
Local official language; English in tourism
Local national language; English in tourism hubs
English or local Polynesian/Melanesian languages
French and Tahitian (official in Polynesia)
French and Tahitian (official in Polynesia)
French and Tahitian (official in Polynesia)
French and Tahitian (official in Polynesia)
English or local Polynesian/Melanesian languages
English or local Polynesian/Melanesian languages
French and Tahitian (official in Polynesia)
English (official)
English (official)
English and French (official)
Spanish (official); English in resorts
Spanish (official); English in resorts
Spanish (official); English in resorts
English and French (official)
English and French (Guernsey/Jersey)
English and French (Guernsey/Jersey)
English (official)
Korean or Japanese (official); English limited outside cities
Korean or Japanese (official); English limited outside cities
Korean or Japanese (official); English limited outside cities
Korean or Japanese (official); English limited outside cities
Car necessitydiffers
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Recommended — limited public transport
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Recommended — limited public transport
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~40 min from Piraeus
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~1 hr hydrofoil from Naples
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~50 min ferry from Naples
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~1 hr ferry from Piombino
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~40 min from Naples
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~2 hr ferry from Milazzo
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~2 hr ferry from Split
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~2.5 hr ferry from Split
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~50 min ferry from Split
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~20 min ferry from St Kitts
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Recommended — limited public transport
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~30 min ferry from Koh Samui
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~30 min ferry from Trat
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Recommended — limited public transport
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Recommended — limited public transport
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~1 hr ferry from Mahé
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~40 min fast boat from Sanur, Bali
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~30 min ferry from Tahiti
Recommended — limited public transport
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Varies — compact islands walkable; scooter or car for rural areas
Recommended — limited public transport
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Recommended — limited public transport
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Recommended — limited public transport
Ferry-dependent — car on island optional; mainland access via ~20 min ferry from Cancún
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Walking / golf cart / scooter — car ferry from hub for vehicles
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Common — public transit limited outside main towns
Recommended — limited public transport
Recommended — limited public transport
Taxes
Top income tax ratediffers
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~44% top marginal (national scale)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~43% top marginal (national IRPEF)
~30% top marginal
~30% top marginal
~30% top marginal
~30% top marginal
~48% top marginal (IRS)
~48% top marginal (IRS)
~45% combined marginal (IRPF + Canarias)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
0–25% (territory-specific; Cayman: none)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
0–25% (territory-specific; Cayman: none)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
0–25% (territory-specific; Cayman: none)
~49% top marginal (Netherlands/Caribbean)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
~45% top marginal (French overseas)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
~45% top marginal (French overseas)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
15–35% top marginal (varies by country)
~49% top marginal (Netherlands/Caribbean)
15–30% top marginal
15–30% top marginal
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–35% top marginal
10–35% top marginal
10–35% top marginal
10–35% top marginal
10–35% top marginal
~45% top marginal
10–35% top marginal
10–35% top marginal (country-specific)
10–30% top marginal
~45% top marginal
~45% top marginal
~45% top marginal
~45% top marginal
10–30% top marginal
10–30% top marginal
~45% top marginal
45% top marginal (federal)
45% top marginal (federal)
~33% top marginal (federal) + provincial
~35% top marginal
~35% top marginal
~35% top marginal
~33% top marginal (federal) + provincial
20% flat (Guernsey) / 20% (Jersey) typical
20% flat (Guernsey) / 20% (Jersey) typical
45% top marginal (UK)
33–45% top marginal (country-specific)
33–45% top marginal (country-specific)
33–45% top marginal (country-specific)
33–45% top marginal (country-specific)
Income tax bandsdiffers
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Progressive Greek income tax scale; solidarity levy may apply on higher incomes
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Italian national progressive IRPEF plus regional surcharges
Croatian progressive income tax; municipalities may add surtax
Croatian progressive income tax; municipalities may add surtax
Croatian progressive income tax; municipalities may add surtax
Croatian progressive income tax; municipalities may add surtax
Portuguese IRS progressive scale plus surcharges on higher incomes
Portuguese IRS progressive scale plus surcharges on higher incomes
Spanish state IRPF plus Canarias autonomic rates
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
BOT tax schedules — verify territory government
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
BOT tax schedules — verify territory government
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
BOT tax schedules — verify territory government
Dutch tax law applies in constituent countries
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
French progressive income tax in DOM-TOM
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
French progressive income tax in DOM-TOM
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Progressive national income tax schedules — verify locally
Dutch tax law applies in constituent countries
National progressive tax — verify locally
National progressive tax — verify locally
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National progressive tax schedules
National tax schedules — verify revenue authority
National tax schedules — verify revenue authority
National tax schedules — verify revenue authority
National tax schedules — verify revenue authority
National tax schedules — verify revenue authority
French progressive income tax
National tax schedules — verify revenue authority
National progressive tax schedules
National tax schedules
French tax law
French tax law
French tax law
French tax law
National tax schedules
National tax schedules
French tax law
Australian federal progressive tax; no state income tax
Australian federal progressive tax; no state income tax
Federal plus provincial progressive tax
Mexican progressive ISR
Mexican progressive ISR
Mexican progressive ISR
Federal plus provincial progressive tax
Crown Dependency tax schedules — no UK VAT
Crown Dependency tax schedules — no UK VAT
UK progressive income tax and NIC
National progressive tax
National progressive tax
National progressive tax
National progressive tax
Transport
Ferry linksdiffers
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
piraeus (2 hr from Piraeus) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
Rhodes (1 hr from Rhodes) — Regional ferry / fast boat
Skiathos (2 hr from Skiathos or Volos) — Regional ferry / fast boat
piraeus (1 hr from Piraeus) — Regional ferry / fast boat
piraeus (40 min from Piraeus) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
naples (1 hr hydrofoil from Naples) — Regional ferry / fast boat
naples (50 min ferry from Naples) — Regional ferry / fast boat
piombino (1 hr ferry from Piombino) — Regional ferry / fast boat
naples (40 min from Naples) — Regional ferry / fast boat
milazzo (2 hr ferry from Milazzo) — Regional ferry / fast boat
formia (2 hr ferry from Formia) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
split (2 hr ferry from Split) — Regional ferry / fast boat
split (2.5 hr ferry from Split) — Regional ferry / fast boat
split (50 min ferry from Split) — Regional ferry / fast boat
split (2.5 hr ferry from Split) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
St Kitts (20 min ferry from St Kitts) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
Koh Samui (30 min ferry from Koh Samui) — Regional ferry / fast boat
Koh Samui (1.5 hr ferry from Koh Samui) — Regional ferry / fast boat
Phuket (2 hr ferry from Phuket) — Regional ferry / fast boat
pak-bara (1.5 hr speedboat from Pak Bara) — Regional ferry / fast boat
trat (30 min ferry from Trat) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
mersing (2 hr ferry from Mersing) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
Lombok (15 min fast boat from Lombok) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
Mahé (Seychelles) (1 hr ferry from Mahé) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
Bali (40 min fast boat from Sanur, Bali) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
Tahiti (30 min ferry from Tahiti) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
Tahiti (1 hr boat or charter from Tahiti) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
cape-jervis (45 min ferry from Cape Jervis) — Regional ferry / fast boat
hervey-bay (50 min ferry from Hervey Bay) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
chiquila (20 min ferry from Chiquila) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
cancun (20 min ferry from Cancún) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
penzance (2.5 hr ferry from Penzance) — Regional ferry / fast boat
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport
No ferry required — has airport

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