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French Polynesia work visa

Visa-free entry does not automatically give permission to work. European Union and European Free Trade Association citizens who are not French nationals need a work permit in French Polynesia.

Ways to get a French Polynesia work visa

  1. Work permit for non-French European citizens

    Other permit

    European Union and European Free Trade Association citizens who are not French nationals must obtain this permission to work.

Who needs it

European Union and European Free Trade Association citizens who are not French nationals need a permit to work in French Polynesia.

Who doesn't

French nationals are excluded from this work permit requirement.

Good to know

  • European Union and European Free Trade Association citizens who are not French nationals must have a permit to work.
  • Work visa classes, permit application steps and rules for other nationalities are not specified.

Questions

Do I need a work visa for French Polynesia?

European Union and European Free Trade Association citizens who are not French nationals need a permit to work in French Polynesia. French nationals are excluded from this work permit requirement.

What rules do I have to follow on a French Polynesia work visa?

European Union and European Free Trade Association citizens who are not French nationals must have a permit to work.

Does my passport change whether I need a work visa for French Polynesia?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the French Polynesia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a work visa for French Polynesia be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest French Polynesia work visa rules?

On French Polynesia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my work visa once I am in French Polynesia?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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