Moving to French Polynesia from Isle of Man

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Isle of Man to French Polynesia, and you’d need to navigate life in French. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in French Polynesia compared to Isle of Man.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2016

per 100,000 people per year

IM
0.0
PF
0.3

Isle of Man performs better than French Polynesia across all safety metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

IM
1.1%
PF
11.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2021

a broad measure of economic output per person

IM
$84,600
PF
$18,600

Isle of Man performs 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

IM
82.0 yrs
PF
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

IM
4.2
PF
4.4

Isle of Man performs better than French Polynesia across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from French Polynesia?

From major French Polynesia cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Isle of Man and French Polynesia are what actually decide it long-term.

Is French Polynesia safe for expats?

Isle of Man performs better than French Polynesia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in French Polynesia is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Isle of Man.

What language do they speak in French Polynesia?

The official language in French Polynesia is French. In Isle of Man, the official languages are English and Manx.

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At a Glance

IM PF
Population 91,382 299,356
Currency British Pound Sterling (£) CFP Franc (CFPF)
Languages English, Manx French
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +44 +689
Time zones 1 3