Moving to French Polynesia from Senegal

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

SN
0.8t
PF
3.5t

Senegal performs 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

SN
1.4
PF
25.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

SN
58.0%
PF
72.7%

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Senegal across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SN
2.9%
PF
11.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SN
$4,400
PF
$18,600

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SN
70.0 yrs
PF
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SN
32.4
PF
4.4

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

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Senegal 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.

Senegal passport

Senegal passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Required
Senegal 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 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?

What language do they speak in French Polynesia?

Both Senegal and French Polynesia share the same official language: French.

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At a Glance

SN PF
Population 17,923,036 299,356
Currency CFA Franc BCEAO (F CFA) CFP Franc (CFPF)
Languages French French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +221 +689
Time zones 1 3
Emergency number 17