Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula and covers an area of just over 2.6 square miles. It’s a British air and naval base which protects the mouth of the Mediterranean. Gibraltar’s position makes it a great base to explore Europe and north Africa.
If you are considering moving to Gibraltar, the various costs listed below will help you make an informed decision on what costs are involved when moving and living in this part of the world.
Quick Gibraltar Facts:
- Population: 33,642 (2023 estimate)
- Official Language:English is the official language in Gibraltar; however, Spanish is also widely spoken.
- GDP Per Capita:US$81,550 (2021)
- Runway: The main road into the city also serves as Gibraltar’s runway, so every time a plane lands or takes off, the main road is closed to all traffic and pedestrians.
- Currency: Gibraltar pound. As of early 2023, £1 = 1.21USD, £1 = 1.62 CAD, £1=$1.74 AUD, £1 = €1.13 EURO
1. Moving and Shipping Costs to Gibraltar
Here are some container shipping costs to Gibraltar from other countries around the world.
2. Gibraltar Housing Costs
Gibraltar is a tiny territory; therefore, the most common form of housing is apartments. Rents are extremely high, so a lot of research is needed before moving to Gibraltar unless your company is paying for accommodation.
Monthly Rental Prices in Gibraltar
- 1 bedroom apartment in City Centre: £1,200 – £1,650
- 1 bedroom apartment outside the City Centre: £1,000 – £1,300
- 3 bedroom apartment in City Centre: £2,400 – £3,000
- 3 bedroom apartment outside the City Centre: £2,000 – £2,700
- Price per square metre (10.7 square feet) to buy in City Centre:£5,800 – £8,550
- Price per square metre (10.7 square feet) to buy outside City: £3,300 – £8,000
Gibraltar Housing Cost Comparison
This is how rents in Gibraltar compare with other countries around the globe.
United Kingdom is 44.1% cheaper
United States is 9.7% cheaper
Canada is 34.5% cheaper
Australia is 22.6% cheaper
France is 54% cheaper
Spain is 58.2% cheaper
Italy is 61.2% cheaper
Germany is 50.3% cheaper
Source: Numbeo
How to Save on Housing Costs
- Share an apartment or house. A great way to save on rental costs is to share an apartment or house. Have a look at the following sites to find your perfect room or flat mate: Erasmusu and Spareroom.
- Different areas – different prices. As you can see from the above rental prices, the difference in price between areas is negligible – Gibraltar is expensive no matter where you live.
3. Gibraltar Food, Grocery and Restaurant Costs
There’s a wide variety of food options available in Gibraltar, from traditional British Sunday roasts to Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine. Seafood obviously features widely on many menus. For those who enjoy fine dining, Gibraltar is definitely the place to be.
Here are some expected rates of common food items.
- Inexpensive Restaurant: £10 – £25
- Takeout Coffee: £2 – £3
- 1l of milk: £0.65 – £3
- Bottle of Coke: £1 – £2
- Loaf of Bread: £1 – £3.50
- 12 Eggs:£1.20 – £3.34
- 1kg Chicken: £5 – £10
- 1kg Beef: £5.90 – £10
- 1kg Apples:£1.54 – £5
- 1kg White Rice: £1.50 – £3.50
This is how restaurants and food prices compare with major countries in the world.
- UK restaurants are 0.9% cheaper and groceries are 0.4% more expensive than Gibraltar.
- US restaurants are 9.7% more expensive and groceries are 50.7% more expensive than Gibraltar.
- Canadian restaurants are 6.01% cheaper and groceries are 37.8% more expensive than Gibraltar.
- Australian restaurants are 35.30% more expensive and groceries are 64.51% cheaper than Gibraltar.
- Sydney restaurants are 8.4% more expensive and groceries are 60.3% more expensive than Gibraltar.
- French restaurants are 1.7% cheaper and groceries are 36.4% more expensive than Gibraltar.
- Spanish restaurants are 24.7% cheaper and groceries are 13.1% cheaper than Gibraltar.
- Italian restaurants are 9.5% cheaper and groceries are 9.5% more expensive than Gibraltar.
- German restaurants are 17.6% cheaper and groceries are 8.5% more expensive than Gibraltar.
Source: Numbeo
Bonus Tips for Cheaper Food, Restaurants and Groceries
- Know your supermarkets: Gibraltar has many independently owned grocery stores as well as the usual supermarket chains. There are also some excellent farmers’ markets which sell a selection of organic foods. Popular supermarkets in Gibraltar include Morrisons, The Food Co, and Eroski.
- Find Cheap Eats:If you hunt around you will find some good restaurants that offer specials on various days of the week. Have a look at the following sites for suggestions – TripAdvisor and Wanderlog.
4. Gibraltar Alcohol Costs
Gibraltar has a good selection of bars, British style pubs, as well as clubs and restaurants. You’ll British beer sold everywhere plus a huge variety of alcohol from around the globe.
- Pint (0.5L) domestic beer at a restaurant/pub: £2.50 – £4.00
- Bottle of imported beer at a restaurant/pub: £2.50 – £4.00
- Pint (0.5L) domestic beer at a supermarket: £0.72 – £2.27
- Bottle of imported beer at a supermarket: £0.54 – £2.50
- Mid-range bottle of wine at a supermarket: £3.50 – £10
How to drink for less in Gibraltar
- Keep an eye online and in the local papers and flyers for cheap drinks, either in supermarkets or in bars, clubs and restaurants.
- Keep a look out for ‘happy hours’ at bars and restaurants. Have a look at the following sites to see what establishments suit your pocket – In Your Pocket, The Culture Trip and What’s on in Gibraltar.
Source: Numbeo
5. Gibraltar Transportation Fares
Transport around Gibraltar is cheap and easy, with buses and taxis being readily available. You can also walk or cycle around the city.
Here are some example ticket costs.
- Adult Single – £1.25
- All day pass –£2.50
- Monthly season ticket, unlimited – £30
How to save money on public transport
- Buy a monthly season ticket for £30
- Buy a bike.
- Many people walk to work and the shops in Gibraltar.
6. Cost of Internet in Gibraltar
Internet and mobile phone coverage and speed are excellent in Gibraltar. Broadband in Gibraltar is priced at an average of £39.31 per month for 60Mbps (unlimited data, cable/fibre). There are a number of providers to choose from, such as:
7. Cost of Clothing, Personal Items, Gym and Leisure
Gibraltar has a Mediterranean climate, with warm weather year-round. Summers are usually dry with rain falling during the winter months. The hottest month is August with temperatures reaching over 30C. The average sea temperature at this time of the year is 22C.
The coldest month is January with an average temperature of 13.7C. The annual rainfall is around 800mm with most of it falling between December and March.
Here are some clothing prices, together with other useful prices.
- Pair of Jeans:£30 – £110
- Summer Dress: £27.04– £55
- Running Shoes (Trainers): £50 – £150
- Business Shoes: £35 – £120
- Short Doctor’s visit (15 mins): £43
- Deodorant: £2.54
- Shampoo: £5
- Toilet Paper (4 rolls): £2.48
- Gym membership: £29 – £60 per month
- Movie (cinema) ticket: £8 – £10
Source: Numbeo and Expatistan
8. Cost of Owning a Car and Driving a Car in Gibraltar
Many people in Gibraltar prefer using public transport to commute to work as sitting in traffic in the rush hour traffic can be very tedious.
All vehicles must be registered with the Gibraltar Traffic Department. You will need to provide proof of insurance, a valid driver’s licence, and your passport. There’s only 31 miles of road in Gibraltar but having a car gives you freedom to explore Europe.
Here are some other sample costs of owning and operating a car in Gibraltar:
- Volkswagen Golf:£26,875
- 1 litre (¼ gallon) of gas (petrol):£0.85 – £1.38
- Other fees (if any):The average monthly cost of owning a running a four seater car in Gibraltar is £520.
Source: Expatistan,
Ways to save money driving in Gibraltar
- Carpooling is a great way to save money. Carpool World that can help you find people in Gibraltar who are willing to carpool.
- Invest in a bike. Cycling is a great way to get around Gibraltar and stay fit at the same time!
Need your car/vehicle moved to Gibraltar? Then read our guide to: Car Transport & Vehicle Shipping
9. Taxes in Gibraltar
There is no VAT, capital gains tax or wealth tax in Gibraltar. All imported goods are subject to 10% duty.
As far as personal income tax is concerned, residents can choose to be assessed under an Allowance Based system or a Gross Income Based system. See Tax Summaries for detailed information on how each system works.
If you own your home, you will be subject to property tax which is determined by the value of the property. Learn more about property tax in Gibraltar at Chestertons.
10. Flight Costs from Gibraltar
If you do make the move to Gibraltar, here’s approximately how much it will cost to fly to major world cities based on lowest, one-way fares from Skyscanner as of early 2023:
Other Gibraltar Relocation Tips
The costs and pricing above should give you a good idea of the cost of living in Gibraltar but perhaps the following extra tips will make your move go more smoothly.
11. Relocating to Gibraltar Alone
Moving is always a stressful time but moving on your own can be exceptionally difficult. Gibraltar’s climate, position within Europe and lifestyle will help you to settle quickly. Here are a few tips about settling in Gibraltar.
- Meetups:Gibraltar has many Meetup groups covering a wide range of activities from diving and sailing to history. Meetup is a great way of meeting people who enjoy the same activities as you.
- Attend local events: There is always something going on in Gibraltar and many of the activities are free. Have a look at the following sites to see what’s on: Visit Gibraltar, Predict HQ, Culture Gibraltar and Song Kick.
12. Moving to Gibraltar with a Family
If you are moving to Gibraltar with a family, there are a few things you need to take into consideration.
- New parents (or parents to be): Have a look at Parent and Child Society and Anglo Info for advice, courses and ways to meet other parents or parents to be.
- Live in a family friendly area: Gibraltar is a great place to raise a family. There are plenty of things to do and see, and the community is very welcoming. Everywhere in Gibraltar is family friendly.
- Find things to do with the kids: Gibraltar has lots to keep the kids happy. Have a look at the following website for inspiration – TripAdvisor, Visit Gibraltar and Globalmouse Travels.
13. Moving to Gibraltar for Work
Moving to a new country for work is one of the most common reasons people choose to move. While it is possible to move without a job, it makes sense to ensure there are jobs in your field before you make the move.
There are jobs available in finance, education, hospitality, healthcare, retail and IT.
Here are a few things to consider when moving for work:
- Salary:The costs we outlined above should give you a rough idea, how much more you’ll want to be making to make the move worthwhile. You can also check salary ranges on sites such as Glassdoor and Payscale.
- How to find work: If you want to have a job lined up before you move to Gibraltar, but aren’t sure where to begin, the following sites are good places to start: Indeed, Reed, Recruit Gibraltar and LinkedIn. You may also want to Google recruiters in your industry, as they can often help land you some initial interviews as well.
14. Moving to Gibraltar from Australia
There is a very small Aussie contingent living in Gibraltar. If you are thinking of moving from Australia to Gibraltar, here are a few things to consider.
- Size comparison:If you look at the population of Gibraltar and compare it with cities in Australia, it’s slightly bigger than Devonport
- Join expat groups:Meetup, Internations and Facebook offer ways of meeting up with other Australians in Gibraltar.
15. Moving to Gibraltar from Canada
There are a small number of Canadians living in Gibraltar. If you’re considering making the move from Canada here are a few things to consider.
- Size:If you compare the population size of Gibraltar with a city in Canada, then it would be slightly bigger than Mission.
- Expat groups:Meeting up with fellow Canadians helps the moving process go more smoothly. Link up through sites such as Internations and Meetup.
16. Moving to Gibraltar from the United Kingdom
There’s a large British contingent living in Gibraltar. If you’re considering joining them, here are a few bonus tips:
- Size: Looking at the population size of Gibraltar, it equates to the population of the Newbury in the UK.
- Expat groups:If you want to get together with others from the UK who are enjoying the weather, then go to, Facebook and
Also see our guide on moving to Gibraltar from the UK.
Hopefully, the tips and costs above are helpful. If want to get started pricing out how much it will cost you to move to Gibraltar you can start by comparing moving quotes here.
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