South Korea Visa RequirementsFor French Polynesia passport holders
French Polynesia residents traveling on French passports may be eligible for South Korea's K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) for short stays, or may need to apply for a tourist visa. Check current eligibility for French passport holders at the Korean Embassy.
French Polynesia passport holders require a visa to enter South Korea.
Check current entry requirements for French passport holders at the Korean Embassy in France at overseas.mofa.go.kr. Apply for either a K-ETA online or a tourist visa at the embassy. The tourist visa fee is approximately $50 USD. Submit a valid French passport, photos, bank statements, and travel itinerary.
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
French Polynesia to South Korea: What You Need to Know
South Korea introduced the K-ETA for many nationalities but has also reinstated visa requirements for some. French citizens should check current entry requirements for Korean travel at the Korean Embassy in Paris or the Korean consular office. Confirm whether the K-ETA or a tourist visa is required before booking.
How to Get There
From Tahiti Faaa (PPT) to Seoul (ICN) via Los Angeles (LAX) on Korean Air or via Auckland (AKL) and Tokyo (NRT). Air Tahiti Nui connects PPT to LAX. Korean Air has codeshare with Air France.
Money & Banking
South Korea uses the Korean Won (KRW). Cards are widely accepted. Budget $60 to $100 USD per day. T-money card is essential for transit. ATMs at 7-Eleven and GS25 accept foreign cards.
Practical Tips
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is one of Asia's best airports. Korea has excellent public transit including an extensive metro and KTX high-speed rail. The T-money card is useful for all transit. Best visited in spring (cherry blossoms) or autumn (foliage).