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Arequipa or Montreal

Comprehensive comparison between Arequipa (Peru) and Montreal (Canada). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Arequipa is more affordable than Montreal. Arequipa has a cost rating of 22/100, while Montreal has a cost rating of 65/100.
In terms of safety, Montreal ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Arequipa at 85/100. Arequipa's safety score is 82/100 and Montreal's safety score is 85/100.
Average rent in Arequipa is typically €250 - €450 per month, whereas typical rent in Montreal averages $1,800 CAD per month.
For Arequipa, the visa process is rated as: Peru Rentista (Passive Income) & Digital Nomad Visa (Peru’s Rentista visa grants permanent residency to foreign remote earners / retirees (~$1,000/mo income), alongside digital nomad entries.). For Montreal, the process is rated as: Quebec Specific (Quebec has its own immigration selection (CSQ); French proficiency is often required.).