Moving to Antigua and Barbuda from French Polynesia
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before relocating from French Polynesia to Antigua and Barbuda — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.
If you moved from French Polynesia to Antigua and Barbuda, and you’d need to navigate life in English. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.
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Key Indicator Comparison
Key indicators for anyone considering a move from French Polynesia to Antigua and Barbuda.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
French Polynesia performs better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics.
What about the environment?
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
French Polynesia performs better than Antigua and Barbuda across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
share of households with internet
French Polynesia generally does better on infrastructure, though Antigua and Barbuda leads in internet access.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
Antigua and Barbuda performs significantly better than French Polynesia across all employment & economy metrics.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
French Polynesia performs better than Antigua and Barbuda across all family life metrics.
Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between French Polynesia and Antigua and Barbuda. To live, work, or study long-term in Antigua and Barbuda, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Antigua and Barbuda's immigration authority.
Antigua and Barbuda passport holder visiting French Polynesia
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Antigua and Barbuda?
Internet is rarely the blocker — Antigua and Barbuda has 10.6 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 Antigua and Barbuda safe for expats?
French Polynesia performs better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Antigua and Barbuda is 10.7 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.3 in French Polynesia.
What language do they speak in Antigua and Barbuda?
The official language in Antigua and Barbuda is English. In French Polynesia, the official language is French.