French Polynesian visa for Portuguese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Portuguese passport holders visiting French Polynesia for a short-term stay: Unlimited stay.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Portuguese citizens to enter French Polynesia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Unlimited stay |
| Evisa | French Polynesia e-visa for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | French Polynesia visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
French Polynesia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Portuguese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in French Polynesia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from French Polynesia.
If you are looking for French Polynesia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Portugal, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of French Polynesia nearest your place of residence.
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Portugal traveling to French Polynesia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Portugal) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,235 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,008 | -18.38% |
| 2010 | 970 | -3.77% |
| 2011 | 1,027 | 5.88% |
| 2012 | 1,065 | 3.70% |
| 2013 | 1,033 | -3.00% |
| 2014 | 1,140 | 10.36% |
| 2015 | 1,159 | 1.67% |
| 2016 | 1,210 | 4.40% |
| 2017 | 1,254 | 3.64% |
| 2018 | 1,363 | 8.69% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
French Polynesia & Portugal comparison
French Polynesia's area is approximately 4,167 km2 (1,608 sq mi), while the area of Portugal is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi). This means Portugal is 21.98 times bigger than French Polynesia.
As of November 2025, French Polynesia's population is ~289054 people - 9,759,802 fewer people than the population of Portugal.
We have highlighted French Polynesia & Portugal’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| French Polynesia | Portugal | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 289,054 | 10,048,856 | 9.8 million fewer people live in French Polynesia than Portugal |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 128 | French Polynesia has 128 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Portugal. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 141 | French Polynesia passport holders visit 102 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 11 | 150 | French Polynesian hosts 139 fewer foreign missions than Portugal. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Portugal travel to French Polynesia in one year?
The number of visitors from Portugal visiting French Polynesia in 2018 was approximately 1,363.
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