How long can Irish citizens stay in French Polynesia without a visa?

Irish citizens can stay in French Polynesia for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa.

What are the passport requirements for Irish citizens entering French Polynesia?

Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure date from French Polynesia.

Do I need a return ticket to enter French Polynesia as an Irish citizen?

Yes, you generally need to provide proof of onward or return travel to enter French Polynesia.

Can I work in French Polynesia on a visa-free stay?

No, a visa-free stay is for tourism or short business activities. For work, you would need to apply for a specific long-stay visa.

Is travel insurance required for Irish citizens visiting French Polynesia?

While not legally required, comprehensive travel insurance is highly recommended to cover medical emergencies, cancellations, and other unforeseen events.

What happens if I overstay my 90-day limit in French Polynesia?

Overstaying your permitted duration can result in fines, detention, or difficulties with future entries into French Polynesia or the wider Schengen Area.

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Does French Polynesia require a visa for Irish (EU) citizens?

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Do Irish (EU) citizens need a visa for French Polynesia?

No, Irish (EU) citizens do not need a visa for short tourist or business trips to French Polynesia.

Check official travel adviceDepartment of Foreign Affairs (Ireland) - Travel Advice French Polynesia — last checked 22 July 2026

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You're good to go.

No visa application needed for Irish (EU) passport holders on a short tourist or business trip. Just check your passport meets the validity rules below before you fly.

Health FileSubject · French PolynesiaChecked · 22 Jul 2026

Vaccinations for French Polynesia

Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.

Conditional

Only if arriving from a risk area

Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.

Yellow Fever
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.

Recommended on health grounds

Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.

Hepatitis A
Recommended — food & water borne.
Typhoid
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.

Official health sources

NHS Fit for Travel · French Polynesia ↗CDC Travelers' Health · French Polynesia ↗

→ Read the Yellow Fever briefing

Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.

Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.

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Deep breath. Here's the answer.

Irish (EU) citizens can enter French Polynesia for tourism or business purposes without a visa for stays up to 90 days. You will need a valid passport and proof of onward or return travel.

Key facts

For Irish (EU) passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

Passport	Irish (EU) passport
Purpose	Tourism / short business trip
Visa required	No, not for short stays
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Passport validity	At least 3 months beyond your intended departure date from French Polynesia
Return/onward ticket	Yes
Arrival form	Not typically required for Irish citizens beyond standard immigration procedures
Last checked	22 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

Ensure your passport is in good condition.
The 90-day period applies to the entire Schengen Area (which France, and by extension French Polynesia, is part of) within any 180-day timeframe.
Overstaying your permitted duration can lead to fines or future entry bans.
For stays longer than 90 days, a long-stay visa is required.
Work or study generally requires a specific visa, even for short durations.
While not explicitly required, travel insurance is highly recommended.

Before you travel

Check your passport validity – ensure it meets the 3-month rule.
Book your return or onward ticket.
Ensure you have sufficient funds for your stay.
Arrange comprehensive travel insurance.
Make copies of important documents (passport, tickets, insurance).

Common questions

No, Irish (EU) citizens do not need a visa for short stays (up to 90 days) in French Polynesia for tourism or business.

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Yellow Fever briefing
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