This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of French Polynesia’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
\n\nFrench Polynesia is an Overseas Collectivity of France (‘Collectivité d’Outre-Mer’). The authorities in French Polynesia set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the French Consulate General in the UK.
\n\nYour passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave French Polynesia.
\n\nCheck with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
\n\nYou will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
\n\nWhen returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual citizenship.
\n\nYou can visit French Polynesia without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism or business. To stay longer, to work or study, for business travel or for other reasons, check the visa application process and timelines on the French visa website.
\n\nIf you want to work in French Polynesia, get permission from the French Consulate General before you travel there.
\n\nCarry your residence document, as well as your passport, when entering or exiting French Polynesia. If you have applied but not yet received your document, carry your certificate of application. You will have received this as an email.
\n\nYou must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk.
\n\nFor full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s French Polynesia guide.
\n\nThere are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of French Polynesia (in French). You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
\n\nCheck what cash and valuables you need to declare to bring them into French Polynesia.
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\n\nUK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.
\n\nAlthough there’s no recent history of terrorism in French Polynesia, attacks cannot be ruled out.
\n\nAvoid isolated areas, including beaches, after dark.
\n\nDo not carry large amounts of cash or wear expensive-looking jewellery or watches on the street. Put valuables and travel documents in a safety deposit box or hotel safe.
\n\nSee water safety on holiday from the Royal Life Saving Society.
\n\nDiving schools may have limited resources and do not always observe safety and maintenance standards. Always:
\n\nIf you have not had any previous diving experience, check what to do if something goes wrong, including how to call for help while at sea.
\n\nIf you are planning to drive in French Polynesia, see information on driving abroad.
\n\nYou’ll need to carry both the 1968 version of the international driving permit (IDP) and your UK driving licence when driving. You cannot buy an IDP outside the UK, so get one before you travel.
\n\nHire car companies often have stricter requirements for their customers, such as a year of driving experience, a higher minimum age and holding an IDP.
\n\nFind out what you can do to prepare for and respond to extreme weather and natural hazards.
\n\nTropical storms including cyclones can happen from November to April. Monitor local news and check World Meteorological Organization weather reports for French Polynesia.
\n\nEarthquakes are a risk in French Polynesia. The US Federal Emergency Management Agency website has advice about what to do before, during and after an earthquake.
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