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🇵🇲Saint Pierre and Miquelon
North America· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Saint-Pierre
Population
5,559
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Français
Continent
North America
Calling code
+508
Timezone
America/Miquelon
Area
244 km²
Government
Overseas collectivity
National day
14 July - Bastille Day
Internet domain
.pm
About
Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a French archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean near Newfoundland, Canada. It is an overseas collectivity with about 5,600 inhabitants across 244 km². The economy relies on services, trade, and tourism following the decline of fishing.
Safety
Risk level :Overall low security level, very safe territory.
Crime(Low)
- Standard precautions against petty crime.
- Watch your belongings.
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, general vigilance recommended.
Transport
- Drive carefully in winter, check ferries.
Natural risks(Harsh winters, occasional storms)
- Follow local weather alerts.
Health(Good French healthcare system)
- European health insurance card recommended.
- Standard vaccines up to date.
Practical tips
- Follow COVID rules if applicable.
- Prepare warm clothing.
- Use official local services.
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center700
1-bedroom apartment in the city center900
1-bedroom apartment in the suburb750
3-bedroom apartment in the city center1500
3-bedroom apartment in the suburb1200
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal15
Meal for 2 at a mid-range restaurant60
McDonald's menu10
Local beer (0.5L)4
Cappuccino3.50
Water (1.5L)1.50
Bread (500g)2.50
Milk (1L)2
Eggs (12)4
Chicken (1kg)10
Apples (1kg)4
Bananas (1kg)3
Transport
Public transport ticket2
Monthly transport subscription40
Taxi ride (start)5
Taxi (1km)2
Gasoline (1L)1.80
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)50
Tennis court (1h weekend)20
Cinema10
Theater25
Health
General practitioner consultation60
Dentist consultation80
Antibiotic medications15
Cold medications (6 days)8
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)60
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)40
Public services for 85m² apartment120
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)80
Nike sports shoes100
International primary school (monthly)500
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type E
Emergency numbers
Police17
Ambulance15
Fire department18
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
safe
Tipping
Not mandatory, service included