You need a visa for French Polynesia if you have a Guernsey passport
These visas exist for French Polynesia, but they cannot be applied for online with Guernsey nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Frequently asked questions
Yes. Guernsey citizens need a visa for French Polynesia. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.
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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 Guernsey travellers
These rules apply specifically to Guernsey 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

Moorea Lagoon — Sister island to Tahiti with world-class snorkeling 
Papeete Market — Heart of Tahitian culture and commerce 
Mount Otemanu — The iconic volcanic peak of Bora Bora 
Overwater Bungalow — French Polynesia's iconic accommodation experience
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