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🇵🇳Pitcairn Island
Oceania· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Adamstown
Population
35
Currency
New Zealand dollar (NZD $)
Languages
English, Pitkern
Continent
Oceania
Calling code
+64
Timezone
Pacific/Pitcairn
Area
47 km²
Government
British Overseas Territory
National day
Not applicable (British territory)
Internet domain
.pn
About
The Pitcairn Islands are a British Overseas Territory in the South Pacific, consisting of four volcanic islands. The permanent population is around 35 as of 2023, primarily descendants of HMS Bounty mutineers and Tahitian women. Pitcairn Island is the only inhabited one, with Adamstown as the sole settlement.
Safety
Risk level :Overall low risk level due to extreme isolation and small population, but vigilance required for natural hazards.
Risk areas
Pitcairn Island - Tropical cyclones and landslides
Crime(low)
- Maintain standard vigilance despite low crime
- Avoid isolated situations
Terrorism(low)
- Negligible risk due to isolation
Transport
- Check ship schedules with authorities
- Allow for delays due to weather
Natural risks(Occasional tropical cyclones (November-March) and landslides)
- Follow weather alerts
- Avoid unstable areas
Health(Very limited healthcare system, medical evacuation to New Zealand required)
- Standard vaccinations for travel in the Pacific
- Comprehensive medical insurance mandatory
Practical tips
- Obtain prior entry permission
- Respect local customs
- Prepare provisions due to isolation
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city centerNon disponible
1-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible
1-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible
Food
Inexpensive restaurant mealNon disponible
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurantNon disponible
McDonald's menuNon disponible
Local beer (0.5L)Non disponible
CappuccinoNon disponible
Water (1.5L)Non disponible
Bread (500g)Non disponible
Milk (1L)Non disponible
Eggs (12)Non disponible
Chicken (1kg)Non disponible
Apples (1kg)Non disponible
Bananas (1kg)Non disponible
Transport
Public transport ticketNon disponible
Monthly transport subscriptionNon disponible
Taxi ride (start)Non disponible
Taxi (1km)Non disponible
Gasoline (1L)Non disponible
Leisure
Monthly gym membershipNon disponible
Tennis court (1h weekend)Non disponible
CinemaNon disponible
TheaterNon disponible
Health
General practitioner consultationNon disponible
Dentist consultationNon disponible
Antibiotic medicationsNon disponible
Cold medications (6 days)Non disponible
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)Non disponible
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)Non disponible
Public services for 85m² apartmentNon disponible
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)Non disponible
Nike sports shoesNon disponible
International primary school (monthly)Non disponible
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage240V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType I
Emergency numbers
Police999
Ambulance999
Fire department999
Practical information
Driving side
Left
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
Not customary