What government runs Bora Bora?

Because Bora Bora is a part of French Polynesia, a French overseas territory, the French government is in charge there. The Windward Islands, Leeward Islands, Tuamotu Archipelago, Gambier Islands, and Marquesas Islands are the five administrative regions that make up French Polynesia.



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Bora Bora is politically part of French Polynesia. The island is a French overseas territory and is not part of the European Union.

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The languages spoken in Bora Bora are Tahitian and French. However, due to the high tourism population, many natives of Bora Bora have learned to speak English. Bora Bora is a major international tourist destination, famous for its seaside luxury resorts.

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Stars like Danny Tenaglia, David Morales, Todd Terry, Smoking Jo and Sister Bliss have all graced the stage at Bora Bora. While the closure has no stated reason, it is widely speculated that the area might be redeveloped by the government – a fate many clubs globally met post-pandemic due to low revenues.

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Can US dollars be used for payment in Bora Bora? Yes, many shops and hotels in Bora Bora accept US dollars as payment, but the exchange rate may not be as advantageous as using XPF.

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It is possible to live on Bora Bora permanently, but it can be challenging due to the high cost of living and limited job opportunities. Individuals need to be prepared to adapt to the unique lifestyle and expenses. The pros of living on Bora Bora include its stunning beauty, unique culture, and vibrant lifestyle.

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The Kardashians traveled on Air Tahiti Nui, Tahiti's international airline. While the entire family stayed in Tahiti's signature overwater bungalows, Kris and Bruce Jenner, Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries spent their time at the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa's two $5,000-a-night Presidential villas.

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Moorea and Bora Bora account for 60% of the total energy produced in « small islands » operated by EDT (Tahiti excluded). Power generation on these islands rely mainly on diesel, which remains the most cost efficient way to produce electricity. The share of renewable energies is still small (mostly hydro in Marquesas).

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A visa is not required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must: Hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of country exit and with one blank visa page. Hold proof of onward and return flights.

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U.S. citizens do not need a visa if entering on a regular tourist passport and staying no more than 90 days out of every six months. If the purpose of the trip is not tourism (work, scientific research, etc.), then you may be required to obtain a visa before arrival in French Polynesia.

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The Bora Bora Legal Drinking Age
In line with France and other French territories, Bora Bora's legal drinking age is 18, which is also the age of majority in the country. As a result, anyone on the island who is at least 18 years old may legally buy and consume alcohol.

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Around 8,880 people called Bora Bora home as of 2021. With a total area of approximately 29.3 square kilometers, the island is very small and has a high population density. With a tiny minority of Europeans and people from other ethnic groups, the majority of the population is of Polynesian heritage.

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Many dishes also include chicken, pork, sweet potatoes, breadfruit, rice, local fruit and vegetables such as papaya, mangoes, pineapples, bananas and fafa, which is a type of spinach. Banana or papaya purees known as po'e are the most popular dessert served on the island.

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