French Polynesian visa for Qatari citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Qatari passport holders visiting French Polynesia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Qatari citizens to enter French Polynesia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | French Polynesia e-visa for Qatari citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | French Polynesia visa on arrival for Qatari citizens | Not Available | |
French Polynesia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Qatari 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 Qatar, 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 Qatar traveling to French Polynesia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Qatar) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,176 | N/A |
| 2009 | 960 | -18.37% |
| 2010 | 924 | -3.75% |
| 2011 | 978 | 5.84% |
| 2012 | 1,014 | 3.68% |
| 2013 | 984 | -2.96% |
| 2014 | 1,086 | 10.37% |
| 2015 | 1,104 | 1.66% |
| 2016 | 1,152 | 4.35% |
| 2017 | 1,194 | 3.65% |
| 2018 | 1,298 | 8.71% |
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 & Qatar comparison
French Polynesia's area is approximately 4,167 km2 (1,608 sq mi), while the area of Qatar is approximately 11,610 km2 (4,482 sq mi). This means Qatar is 2.79 times bigger than French Polynesia.
As of November 2025, French Polynesia's population is ~289054 people - 2,841,210 fewer people than the population of Qatar.
We have highlighted French Polynesia & Qatar’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| French Polynesia | Qatar | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 289,054 | 3,130,264 | 2.8 million fewer people live in French Polynesia than Qatar |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 111 | French Polynesia has 111 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Qatar. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 53 | French Polynesia passport holders visit 14 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 11 | 68 | French Polynesian hosts 57 fewer foreign missions than Qatar. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Qatar travel to French Polynesia in one year?
The number of visitors from Qatar visiting French Polynesia in 2018 was approximately 1,298.
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