United Kingdom Visa RequirementsFor French Polynesia passport holders
French Polynesia residents traveling on French passports need to obtain a UK Visitor visa since the UK left the European Union. The eVisa or Standard Visitor Visa costs approximately $134 USD and allows stays up to 6 months.
French Polynesia passport holders require a visa to enter United Kingdom.
Apply for a UK Standard Visitor visa at gov.uk/apply-uk-visa or check current UK ETA requirements for French passport holders. The fee is approximately $134 USD. Submit a valid French passport, financial statements, hotel bookings, return flight, and purpose of visit documentation.
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 United Kingdom: What You Need to Know
The United Kingdom left the European Union (Brexit) in January 2020. Since then, French EU citizens, including those from French Polynesia, no longer have automatic right of entry to the UK. A Standard Visitor visa (or UK Electronic Travel Authorisation from 2025) is now required for stays up to 6 months.
How to Get There
From Tahiti Faaa (PPT) to Paris (CDG) on Air Tahiti Nui. From CDG, Air France and British Airways fly to London Heathrow (LHR) in approximately 1.5 hours. The Eurostar high-speed train connects Paris Gare du Nord to London St. Pancras in approximately 2.5 hours.
Money & Banking
The UK uses the Pound Sterling (GBP). Cards are widely accepted. London is expensive. Budget GBP 80 to 150 per day. ATMs are widely available. Tipping 10 to 15% at restaurants is customary.
Practical Tips
London Heathrow (LHR) is the main international gateway. London is one of the world's great cities with exceptional museums, theater, and cultural events. The UK uses the pound sterling which is separate from the Euro. English Channel connections include the Eurostar train from Paris.