French Polynesia Travel Guide
French Overseas Territories
Did you know?
The surface area of French Polynesia is 1.6 thous. mi², which puts the islands in position number 162 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Papeete (PF) and Washington D.C. (US) is 6086 miles
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Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in French Polynesia.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Electricity
220V ( 50 Hz / 60 Hz)
In French Polynesia the standard voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50 Hz / 60 Hz. Type C, E sockets are used.
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Type C
Type EFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 161 / 231 Ranking | 280 908 Polynesian 78%, Chinese 12%, local French 6%, metropolitan French 4% |
Area | 162 / 232 Ranking | 1.6 thous. mi² |
Life expectancy | 155 / 221 Ranking | 78.2 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 75.9women 80.6 |
Median age | 156 / 222 Ranking | 33.3 Average age of population expressed in years.men 33women 33.5 |
Population growth | 156 / 224 Ranking | 0.75% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 147 / 210 Ranking | 98% Ability to read, write and count.men 98%women 98% |