Entry, Visa and Customs Requirements

What do I need to gain entry to French Polynesia?

French Polynesia is for most tourists for up to a 90-day stay visa-free, you only need:

• A passport is valid for at least six months on entry with one blank visa page.
• Proof of onward/return flights.
• Proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
• See also the COVID19 entry regulations

* Financial resources may be carried in cash, travel vouchers, or credit cards.

Who needs a visa to enter French Polynesia?

Nationals of Bahrain, Belarus, China, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates.

Do U.S. citizens, need a visa to enter French Polynesia?

U.S. citizens do not need a visa if come to French Polynesia as tourists and stay no longer than 90 days every six months. If the purpose of the trip is not related to tourism, ie work, scientific research, etc. then you may need to obtain a visa before arrival in French Polynesia.

Do Canadian citizens need a visa to enter French Polynesia?

Canadian citizens do not need a visa if come to French Polynesia as tourists and stay no longer than 90 days every six months. If the purpose of the trip is not related to tourism, ie work, scientific research, etc. then you may need to obtain a visa before arrival in French Polynesia.

Do EU citizens need a visa to enter French Polynesia?

Citizens from any member state of the EU do not need a visa if come to French Polynesia as tourists and stay no longer than 90 days every six months. If the purpose of the trip is not related to tourism, ie work, scientific research, etc. then you may need to obtain a visa before arrival in French Polynesia.

Do citizens of Schengen member states need a visa to enter French Polynesia?

Citizens from Schengen member states do not need a visa if come to French Polynesia as tourists and stay no longer than 90 days every six months. If the purpose of the trip is not related to tourism, ie work, scientific research, etc. then you may need to obtain a visa before arrival in French Polynesia.

What do Chinese passport holders need to know?

If Chinese passport holders and even those who reside outside of China like to come to French Polynesia for up to 14 days, they are exempt from visas, when they book their stay via an authorized travel agency. You find the list of authorized travel agencies here.

Can I stay for more than three months?

Except for nationals of the excluded nations, any foreigner wishing to stay in French Polynesia for a period exceeding three months must apply for a long-term visa.

Customs Formalities French Polynesia

The following import limits apply:

• Cigarettes 200
• Cigarillos 100
• Cigars 50
• Smoking tobacco 250g
• Wine 2 liters
• Alcoholic beverages 1L if over than 22%
• Alcoholic beverages 2L if less than 22%

*Persons under the age of 18 cannot import tobacco or alcohol duty-free.
For any information before your departure, contact French customs: Tel. : (689) 40.50.55.50, or consult: douane.gouv.fr

Can you bring pets to French Polynesia?

In the case of importing a pet (cat, dog) or any other live animal, prior authorization is required. We invite you to contact the Department of Food Quality and Veterinary Action (Tel: 689 423 518, E-mail: sdr.qaav@rural.gov.pf ).