French Polynesia Visa RequirementsFor Australia passport holders
Australian passport holders can visit French Polynesia visa-free for up to 90 days, as it is a French overseas collectivity and follows French visa exemption arrangements.
Great news! Australia passport holders can enter French Polynesia without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No separate visa is required for Australian citizens. On arrival, present your valid Australian passport, a return or onward ticket, and proof of accommodation (such as hotel booking or host address). Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay. If travelling onward to France or other French territories, ensure you understand the overall 90-day allowance.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Australia to French Polynesia: What You Need to Know
French Polynesia, which includes Tahiti and Bora Bora, is one of the most politically stable and safe Pacific island destinations for Australian travellers. It is an overseas collectivity of France with a high standard of tourist infrastructure. The main travel considerations are the high cost of living and travel distances between islands.
Practical Tips
French Polynesia is expensive compared to other Pacific destinations. Budget carefully and book inter-island flights in advance as they sell out quickly in peak season. The local language is French and Tahitian; English is spoken in main tourist areas but less so on outer islands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Australians need a visa for French Polynesia?
No. As a French overseas collectivity, French Polynesia follows French visa exemption agreements. Australian passport holders can visit visa-free for up to 90 days.
Is French Polynesia the same as France for visa purposes?
French Polynesia is an overseas collectivity of France but is outside the Schengen Area. It has its own entry arrangements. Time spent in French Polynesia does not count toward your Schengen 90-day limit.
What documents do Australians need to enter French Polynesia?
You need a valid Australian passport, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds for your stay. No visa application is required.
Is Bora Bora part of French Polynesia?
Yes. Bora Bora is one of the islands in French Polynesia. Entry requirements are the same across all French Polynesian islands. Internal flights or boat transfers are needed to reach Bora Bora from Tahiti.