Moving to Nauru from French Polynesia

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from French Polynesia to Nauru — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

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

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

PF
3.5t
NR
0.0t

Nauru performs significantly better than French Polynesia 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
NR
9.3
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

PF
72.7%
NR
84.0%

French Polynesia generally does better on infrastructure, though Nauru 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%
NR
23.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

PF
$18,600
NR
$11,400

French Polynesia performs better than Nauru 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
NR
67.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

PF
4.4
NR
7.8

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

Nauru passport

Nauru passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Free
Nauru 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 Nauru?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Nauru has 9.3 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.

What language do they speak in Nauru?

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

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At a Glance

PF NR
Population 299,356 9,811
Currency CFP Franc (CFPF) Australian Dollar (A$)
Languages French English, Nauru
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +689 +674
Time zones 3 1