Excellent destination
Excellent destination
Quality of life index out of 100
Jersey
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Jersey
Jersey delivers top-shelf quality of life at 30% below global averages — high purchasing power in GBP, mild Channel Islands pace for your expat reset.
What it's like to live in Jersey
Jersey is a unique British Crown Dependency located in the English Channel, situated off the northwestern coast of France. Despite its small size, the island possesses a distinctive character that blends British and French cultural influences. As a s...
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Healthcare
- Jersey's healthcare system operates independently from the UK's NHS, managed by Health and Care Jersey, and is funded primarily through taxation and Social Security contributions.
- General Practitioner (GP) surgeries are private businesses, requiring direct payment for appointments, though subsidies are available for eligible residents.
- Expats residing in Jersey for at least six months and contributing to Social Security can apply for a Health Card, which provides a subsidy for GP visits and free prescriptions from community pharmacies.
Jersey, a British Crown Dependency within the Common Travel Area (CTA) with the UK, Ireland, Guernsey, and Isle of Man, has no routine border controls for CTA travel but requires photo ID. From 23 April 2026, non-visa nationals (including US, Canada, Australia, EU/EEA/Swiss citizens excluding British/Irish) must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel for visits up to 6 months. British/Irish citizens and those with UK/Jersey visas, settled/pre-settled status, or certain work permits are exempt. The ETA costs £20,...
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