Moving to Mongolia from French Polynesia

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from French Polynesia to Mongolia, and you’d need to navigate life in Mongolian.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

PF
0.3
MN
5.9

French Polynesia performs better than Mongolia 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
MN
7.8t

French Polynesia performs better than Mongolia 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
MN
12.9
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

PF
72.7%
MN
84.0%

French Polynesia generally does better on infrastructure, though Mongolia leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

PF
11.7%
MN
6.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

PF
$18,600
MN
$16,300

French Polynesia generally does better on employment & economy, though Mongolia leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

PF
78.4 yrs
MN
71.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

PF
4.4
MN
20.2

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

Mongolia passport

Mongolia passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Required
Mongolia 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 Mongolia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Mongolia: 12.9 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Mongolia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Mongolia safe for expats?

French Polynesia performs better than Mongolia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Mongolia is 5.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.3 in French Polynesia.

What language do they speak in Mongolia?

The official language in Mongolia is Mongolian. In French Polynesia, the official language is French.

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At a Glance

PF MN
Population 299,356 3,227,863
Currency CFP Franc (CFPF) Mongolian Tugrik (MNT)
Languages French Mongolian
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +689 +976
Time zones 3 2
Emergency number 105