Moving to Saint Pierre and Miquelon from France

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from France to Saint Pierre and Miquelon — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from France to Saint Pierre and Miquelon.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from France to Saint Pierre and Miquelon, based on official data.

Living there in 2020
703 ↓ 3% vs 2015

people born in France live in Saint Pierre and Miquelon · UN DESA

Who's moving to Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

Top countries of origin for Saint Pierre and Miquelon's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from France to Saint Pierre and Miquelon.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

FR
1.6
PM
16.5

France performs better than Saint Pierre and Miquelon across all safety metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

FR
7.3%
PM
8.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

FR
$55,200
PM
$46,200

France performs better than Saint Pierre and Miquelon across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

FR
82.6 yrs
PM
81.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

FR
3.1
PM
8.2

France performs better than Saint Pierre and Miquelon across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

Usually fine from major cities in Saint Pierre and Miquelon. The harder questions are legal — digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Saint Pierre and Miquelon safe for expats?

France performs better than Saint Pierre and Miquelon across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Saint Pierre and Miquelon is 16.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.6 in France.

What language do they speak in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

Both France and Saint Pierre and Miquelon share the same official language: French.

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At a Glance

FR PM
Population 68,305,148 5,257
Currency Euro (€) Euro (€)
Languages French French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +33 +508
Time zones 14 1
Emergency number 112