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🇹🇫French Southern Territories
Oceania / Antarctica· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Port-aux-Français
Population
150
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
français
Continent
Oceania / Antarctica
Calling code
+262
Timezone
UTC+5 / UTC+3 / UTC-10
Area
439,677 km²
Government
Sui generis collectivity
National day
14 July - French National Day
Internet domain
.tf
About
The French Southern and Antarctic Lands (TAAF) are an uninhabited French overseas territory comprising five districts: Crozet, Kerguelen, Saint-Paul and Amsterdam archipelagos, Adélie Land, and Scattered Islands. They host scientific and military bases with 150 to 300 seasonal personnel. UNESCO World Heritage site for their exceptional biodiversity.
Safety
Risk level :Extremely restricted and dangerous access for the public; reserved for authorized scientific and military missions.
Risk areas
All districts - Extreme conditions, storms, difficult maritime access
Crime(Low)
- No crime due to the absence of a permanent population.
- Prefectural authorization required for all access.
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk in isolated and uninhabited areas.
- Standard precautions for authorized missions.
Transport
- Use only specialized ships like Marion Dufresne.
- Plan seasonal rotations by helicopter or boat.
Natural risks(High: violent storms, extreme cold (-40°C), potential tsunamis)
- Strict weather preparation.
- Polar equipment mandatory.
Health(No permanent medical system; evacuation to La Réunion)
- Standard vaccines + hepatitis A/B, typhoid.
- Mandatory medical repatriation insurance.
Practical tips
- Obtain authorization from the senior administrative Prefect.
- Respect natural reserve and UNESCO statuses.
- Missions limited to scientific research.
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
Fitness membership (monthly)Non 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
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type E
Emergency numbers
Police17
Ambulance15
Fire department18
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
not applicable (no permanent population)