Do you need a visa to go to French Polynesia?

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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French Polynesia is an expensive destination. You must pick and choose your battles or you'll blow through your budget within the first couple of days. Here are a few ways you can save money while you're here: Look for package deals – You can often find package deals on sale that include hotels, food, and activities.

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Is Tahiti Expensive to Vacation? The short answer is more often than not, YES. In comparison to the other 20+ countries around the world that I have visited, Tahiti is definitely on the more expensive side. To give you a point of reference, a vacation in Tahiti is comparable to a vacation in Paris or London.

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Strictly prohibited imports include live animals, all plant material, flowers, fruits, and cultured pearls of non-French Polynesian origin. Naturally, any weapons, ammunition, and narcotics are prohibited outright.

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French is the official language of The Islands of Tahiti. Tahitian is mostly spoken by islanders in their homes while French is commonly used in schools and business but once you visit the islands, English is well spoken in restaurants, resorts and other tourist areas.

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No visa is required for this destination for a stay of up to four months. 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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Both locations are $$$. There is no getting around it. French Polynesia's food and drinks are more expensive than Maldives.

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The legal drinking age is 18, and individuals under 18 years of age are not allowed to purchase or consume alcohol. Additionally, French Polynesia has strict laws in place to prevent drunk driving, and the legal age to purchase cigarettes is 21 years old.

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The best times to visit are May and September as both the peak season crowds and the worst of the wet season's rainfall is avoided. It's also worth coinciding a trip with the full moon; the islands are particularly enchanting at night when the illuminated moon's light catches the sparkling lagoons and inlets.

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Drinking water:
You can drink tap water in Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora and in all the international resorts. It is usually fine in family hotels and in the other islands but we recommend that you ask your hosts for confirmation.

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