Netherlands Visa RequirementsFor French Polynesia passport holders
French Polynesia's residents are French EU citizens and enjoy free movement to the Netherlands and all Schengen member states. No visa is required. The Netherlands and French Polynesia have a historical connection as both were once colonial powers in the Pacific.
French Polynesia passport holders must apply for a visa at a Netherlands embassy or consulate before traveling.
French Polynesia citizens need a Schengen visa to visit Netherlands. The visa costs €80 (~$87) and allows stays up to 90 days.
Netherlands is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
French Polynesia to Netherlands: What You Need to Know
The Netherlands is a Schengen and EU founding member. French citizens from French Polynesia have unrestricted access. Interestingly, the Netherlands also has Pacific territories, creating some commonality in the Pacific island context. Amsterdam is one of Europe's most visited cities.
How to Get There
From Tahiti Faaa (PPT) to Paris (CDG) on Air Tahiti Nui. From CDG, KLM and Air France fly frequently to Amsterdam (AMS) in approximately 1.5 hours. Alternatively, the Thalys high-speed train connects Paris to Amsterdam in 3.5 hours.
Money & Banking
The Netherlands uses the Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted. Amsterdam is moderately expensive. Budget 100 to 160 EUR per day. ATMs are widely available. Tipping 10% at restaurants is appreciated.
Practical Tips
Travel on your French passport. Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is one of Europe's largest aviation hubs and has excellent connections to Paris CDG. The Netherlands has an extensive cycling infrastructure. Book Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House tickets well in advance as they sell out.