Moving to French Polynesia from Greece
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before relocating from Greece to French Polynesia — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.
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Key Indicator Comparison
Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Greece to French Polynesia.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
French Polynesia performs significantly better than Greece across all safety metrics.
What about the environment?
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
French Polynesia performs significantly better than Greece across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
share of households with internet
Greece performs better than French Polynesia across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
share of people below the poverty line
Greece performs 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
Greece performs 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 Greece and French Polynesia. To live, work, or study long-term in French Polynesia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check French Polynesia's immigration authority.
Greece 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 French Polynesia?
Internet is rarely the blocker — French Polynesia has 25.6 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 French Polynesia safe for expats?
French Polynesia performs significantly better than Greece across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in French Polynesia is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.1 in Greece.
What language do they speak in French Polynesia?
The official language in French Polynesia is French. In Greece, the official language is Greek.
