Moving to French Polynesia from Cabo Verde

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Cabo Verde to French Polynesia — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Cabo Verde to French Polynesia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

CV
6.2
PF
0.3

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Cabo Verde across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CV
1.3t
PF
3.5t

Cabo Verde performs better than French Polynesia across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

CV
5.8
PF
25.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

CV
70.0%
PF
72.7%

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Cabo Verde across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CV
12.0%
PF
11.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CV
$8,200
PF
$18,600

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Cabo Verde across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CV
73.8 yrs
PF
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CV
23.5
PF
4.4

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Cabo Verde across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Cabo Verde and French Polynesia. To live, work, or study long-term in French Polynesia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check French Polynesia's immigration authority.

Cabo Verde passport

Cabo Verde passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Required
Cabo Verde passport holders need a visa to enter French Polynesia.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from French Polynesia?

Internet is rarely the blocker — French Polynesia has 25.6 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is French Polynesia safe for expats?

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Cabo Verde across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in French Polynesia is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Cabo Verde.

What language do they speak in French Polynesia?

The official language in French Polynesia is French. In Cabo Verde, the official language is Portuguese.

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At a Glance

CV PF
Population 596,707 299,356
Currency Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE) CFP Franc (CFPF)
Languages Portuguese French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +238 +689
Time zones 1 3