Moving to Canada from French Polynesia

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What to Expect

Considering a move from French Polynesia to Canada? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from French Polynesia to Canada.

Living there in 2020
191 ↑ 7% vs 2015

people born in French Polynesia live in Canada · UN DESA

Who's moving to Canada?

Top countries of origin for Canada's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Canada compared to French Polynesia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

PF
0.3
CA
2.3

French Polynesia performs better than Canada across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

PF
3.5t
CA
14.0t

French Polynesia performs better than Canada 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

PF
25.6
CA
42.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

PF
72.7%
CA
93.0%

Canada performs significantly 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

PF
11.7%
CA
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

PF
$18,600
CA
$55,800

Canada performs significantly 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

PF
78.4 yrs
CA
83.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

PF
4.4
CA
4.4

Canada performs significantly 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 French Polynesia and Canada. To live, work, or study long-term in Canada, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Canada's immigration authority.

Canada passport

Canada passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Free
Canada 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 Canada?

Connectivity is usually fine (Canada: 42.6 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Canada offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Canada safe for expats?

French Polynesia performs better than Canada across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Canada is 2.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.3 in French Polynesia.

What language do they speak in Canada?

The official languages in Canada are English and French. In French Polynesia, the official language is French.

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At a Glance

PF CA
Population 299,356 38,232,593
Currency CFP Franc (CFPF) Canadian Dollar (CA$)
Languages French English, French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +689 +1
Time zones 3 6
Emergency number 911