Moving to French Polynesia from Turkmenistan

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Turkmenistan 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 Turkmenistan to French Polynesia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2015

per 100,000 people per year

TM
1.1
PF
0.3

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

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

TM
10.9t
PF
3.5t

French Polynesia performs significantly better than Turkmenistan 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

TM
5.9
PF
25.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2022

share of households with internet

TM
25.3%
PF
72.7%

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

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TM
4.1%
PF
11.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2022

a broad measure of economic output per person

TM
$14,700
PF
$18,600

Turkmenistan generally does better on employment & economy, though French Polynesia leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TM
71.8 yrs
PF
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TM
37.6
PF
4.4

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

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Turkmenistan 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.

Turkmenistan passport

Turkmenistan passport holder visiting French Polynesia

Visa Required
Turkmenistan 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?

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 Turkmenistan across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in French Polynesia is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.1 in Turkmenistan.

What language do they speak in French Polynesia?

The official language in French Polynesia is French. In Turkmenistan, the official languages are Russian and Turkmen.

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At a Glance

TM PF
Population 5,636,011 299,356
Currency Turkmenistani Manat (TMT) CFP Franc (CFPF)
Languages Russian, Turkmen French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +993 +689
Time zones 1 3