Moving to French Polynesia from Latvia

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What to Expect

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

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

LV
3.6
PF
0.3

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Latvia across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

LV
3.6t
PF
3.5t

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Latvia 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

LV
26.4
PF
25.6

Latvia performs 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

LV
6.5%
PF
11.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

LV
$37,800
PF
$18,600

Latvia 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

LV
75.9 yrs
PF
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

LV
4.8
PF
4.4

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Latvia across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Latvia 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.

Latvia passport

Latvia passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Free
Latvia 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 French Polynesia?

Connectivity is usually fine (French Polynesia: 25.6 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does French Polynesia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is French Polynesia safe for expats?

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Latvia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in French Polynesia is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.6 in Latvia.

What language do they speak in French Polynesia?

The official language in French Polynesia is French. In Latvia, the official language is Latvian.

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At a Glance

LV PF
Population 1,842,226 299,356
Currency Euro (€) CFP Franc (CFPF)
Languages Latvian French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +371 +689
Time zones 1 3
Emergency number 112