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Réunion visas

Réunion family visa

Long-stay visas cover stays of more than 90 days. Spouses of French nationals have no long-stay visa fee, and a reduced fee applies to children adopted by a French national.

Ways to get a Réunion family visa

  1. Long-stay visa

    Visa needed

    Travellers who require a visa for a stay of more than 90 days can apply. Specific family eligibility rules are not stated.

    Stay
    More than 90 days; no maximum is stated.
    Fee
    €99 normally; free for spouses of French nationals; €15 for children adopted by a French national.
    1. Submit an application at a French embassy or consulate in your country of residence.
    2. Request a long-stay visa valid for Réunion and pay any applicable fee.
  2. Unlimited visa-free residence

    No visa needed

    Nationals of European Union and European Free Trade Association countries, Andorra, Monaco and San Marino qualify.

    Stay
    Unlimited.

    Passports that qualify (3)

Who needs it

Travellers who need a visa to stay for more than 90 days must apply for a long-stay visa.

Who doesn't

Nationals of European Union and European Free Trade Association countries, Andorra, Monaco and San Marino can reside without a visa for an unlimited period.

How to apply

  1. Lodge an application at a French embassy or consulate in your country of residence.
  2. Request a long-stay visa valid for Réunion and pay any applicable fee.

Good to know

  • Detailed rules for joining family, dependants and residence permits are not stated.
  • A fee exemption does not by itself mean that no visa is needed.

Questions

Do I need a family visa for Réunion?

Travellers who need a visa to stay for more than 90 days must apply for a long-stay visa. Nationals of European Union and European Free Trade Association countries, Andorra, Monaco and San Marino can reside without a visa for an unlimited period.

What are the ways to get a family visa for Réunion?

There are 2 options: Long-stay visa (a visa from an embassy); Unlimited visa-free residence (no visa at all).

Who can go to Réunion without a family visa?

Nationals of European Union and European Free Trade Association countries, Andorra, Monaco and San Marino qualify.

How long can I stay on a Réunion family visa?

More than 90 days; no maximum is stated.

How much does a Réunion family visa cost?

€99 normally; free for spouses of French nationals; €15 for children adopted by a French national.

How do I apply for a Réunion family visa?

1. 1. Lodge an application at a French embassy or consulate in your country of residence. 2. 2. Request a long-stay visa valid for Réunion and pay any applicable fee.

Does my passport change whether I need a family visa for Réunion?

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

Can a family visa for Réunion 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 Réunion family visa rules?

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

Can I change my family visa once I am in Réunion?

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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