French Polynesia
* Please see notes within Passport section
Passports
Passport valid for
at least three months beyond applicant's last day of stay required by all except the following:
1. nationals of France, providing they are traveling from other French Overseas Territories in the Pacific with a National Identity Card or an expired passport (maximum five years).Visas
Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of countries referred to in the chart above: 2. for stays up to three months; 3. for stays of up to one month; 4. for stays of up to three months; except 5. nationals of France who can stay for an unlimited period;
(b) nationals of Andorra, Brazil, Bulgaria, Holy See, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Liechtenstein, Macau (SAR), Monaco, Norway, San Marino and Switzerland for stays of up to three months;
(c) nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Brunei, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Korea (Rep), Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Singapore and Uruguay for up to one month;
(d) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.Types of visa and cost
All visas, regardless of duration of stay and number of entries permitted, cost US$41 In most circumstances, no fee applies to students, recipients of government fellowships and citizens of the EU and their family members.Validity
Short-stay visas (up to 30 days): valid for two months (single- and multiple-entry). Short stay visas (31 to 90 days and double- or multiple-entry): valid for a maximum of six months from date of issue. Transit visas: valid for single- or multiple-entries of maximum five days per entry, including the day of arrival.Application to
French Consulate General (for personal visas), or Consular section at Embassy (for diplomatic or service visas); see Passport/Visa Information for France. All applications must be made in person.Application requirements
(a) Valid passport with blank page to affix the visa. Minors traveling alone must submit notarized parental authorization, signed by both parents, plus one copy. (b) Up to two completed application forms. (c) One passport-size photo on each form. (d) Fee, to be paid in cash or credit card (American Express and Diners Club are not accepted). (e) Evidence of sufficient funds for stay. (f) Letter from employer, or proof of stay in country of residence. (g) Proof of address. (h) Medical insurance. (i) Return ticket and travel documents for remaining journey. (j) Proof of accommodation during stay. (k) Detailed itinerary, including reservations and round-trip airline tickets (only required when visa is issued), plus one copy. (l) Proof of employment (eg last payslip or letter from employer). (m) Proof of valid health/travel insurance with worldwide coverage, plus copy. Business: (a)-(m) and, (n) Business invitation guaranteeing payment of travel expenses, plus one copy.Working days required
One day to three weeks depending on nationality.Temporary residence
If intending to work or stay for longer than 90 days, nationals should contact the long stay visa section of the Consulate General or Embassy (tel: (020) 7073 1248).
No Test required
None
Embassy of The French Republic in the UK
58 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7JT, UK
Tel: (020) 7073 1000.
Website: www.ambafrance-uk.org French Consulate General in the UK
21 Cromwell Road, London SW7 2EN, UK
Visa section: 6A Cromwell Place, London SW7 2EW, UK
Tel: (020) 7073 1200 (Consular section) or 1250 (visa section) or 7073 1295 (visa applications in progress; 1500-1700 only) or (09065) 508 940 (visa information service; calls cost £1 per minute) or 266 654 (24-hour visa application form request service; calls cost £1.50 per minute) or 540 700 (24-hour automated visa appointment booking service).
Website: www.ambafrance-uk.org or www.consulfrance-londres.orgEmbassy of the French Republic in the USA
4101 Reservoir Road, NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA
Tel: (202) 944 6195.
Website: www.ambafrance-us.org or www.consulfrance-washington.org (Consular section).
Most visits to French Polynesia are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
