The flag of French Polynesia has two red horizontal bands flanking a wide white band in a 1:2:1 ratio. Centered on the white band is a disk with a blue-and-white wave pattern depicting the sea on the lower half and a gold-and-white ray pattern depicting the sun on the upper half. A canoe on the disk has a crew of five.

French Polynesia

French Polynesia

French Polynesia (officially French Polynesia) is a country located in Polynesia, Oceania. With a population of 279,500 people, it ranks #185 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 4,167 km² (#177 globally), with a population density of 67 people per km². The capital city is Papeetē. The official language is French.

Key Facts

Population

279,500

#185 world ranking

Area

4,167 km²

#177 world ranking

Population Density

67/km²

Capital

Papeetē

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

3

UTC-10:00

Continent

Oceania

Bordering Countries

0

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of French Polynesia?
The capital of French Polynesia is Papeetē.
What is the population of French Polynesia?
French Polynesia has a population of 279,500 people, ranking #185 in the world by population.
How big is French Polynesia?
French Polynesia covers an area of 4,167 km², ranking #177 in the world by area. The population density is 67 people per km².
What languages are spoken in French Polynesia?
The official languages of French Polynesia are: French.
What is the currency of French Polynesia?
The currency of French Polynesia is CFP franc (₣).

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