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French Polynesia is for most tourists for up to a 90-day stay visa-free, you only need:
* Financial resources may be carried in cash, travel vouchers, or credit cards.
Nationals of Bahrain, Belarus, China, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The following import limits apply:
*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
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 ).
Please note that the entry regulations given are subject to change and you must check with the airline prior to booking.