Moving to French Polynesia from Denmark

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Denmark 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 Denmark to French Polynesia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

DK
1.0
PF
0.3

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Denmark across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

DK
4.3t
PF
3.5t

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Denmark 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

DK
45.0
PF
25.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

DK
99.0%
PF
72.7%

Denmark performs better than French Polynesia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

DK
5.1%
PF
11.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

DK
$72,000
PF
$18,600

Denmark performs better than French Polynesia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

DK
81.7 yrs
PF
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

DK
3.0
PF
4.4

Denmark performs better than French Polynesia across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Denmark 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.

Denmark passport

Denmark passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Free
Denmark passport holders can enter French Polynesia without a visa.

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 Denmark across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in French Polynesia is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.0 in Denmark.

What language do they speak in French Polynesia?

The official language in French Polynesia is French. In Denmark, the official language is Danish.

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At a Glance

DK PF
Population 5,920,767 299,356
Currency Danish Krone (DKK) CFP Franc (CFPF)
Languages Danish French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +45 +689
Time zones 5 3
Emergency number 112