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You do not need a visa for French Polynesia if you have an American Samoan passport

No visa needed

American Samoan citizens can enter French Polynesia without applying for a visa in advance. Check your passport validity and any onward-travel requirements before you fly.

Travelling to French Polynesia Visa-free

Frequently asked questions

No. American Samoan citizens can enter French Polynesia without applying for a visa in advance.

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What French Polynesia may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond stay
  • Confirmed hotel or resort accommodation booking
  • Return or onward flight ticket required
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Travel insurance with medical coverage required
  • ETIS registration required before arrival

Entry requirements for American Samoan travellers

These rules apply specifically to American Samoan passport holders entering French Polynesia as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory accommodation booking

    Travelers must have proof of accommodation booking during their stay in French Polynesia.

    High Commission of the Republic in French Polynesia Last checked 2026-07-29
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for French Polynesia

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to French Polynesia.

    Last checked 2026-07-29
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to French Polynesia.

    Last checked 2026-07-29

A look at French Polynesia

  • Crystal clear turquoise lagoon with overwater bungalows extending over coral reef at Moorea, French Polynesia
    Moorea Lagoon — Sister island to Tahiti with world-class snorkeling
  • Colorful Papeete waterfront market with traditional Polynesian crafts and fresh tropical fruits in Tahiti
    Papeete Market — Heart of Tahitian culture and commerce
  • Majestic Mount Otemanu rising from emerald waters with traditional Polynesian outrigger canoe in foreground at Bora Bora
    Mount Otemanu — The iconic volcanic peak of Bora Bora
  • Luxurious overwater bungalow with glass floor panel overlooking tropical fish in crystal clear lagoon
    Overwater Bungalow — French Polynesia's iconic accommodation experience

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