French Polynesian visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African 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 South African citizens to enter French Polynesia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | French Polynesia e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | French Polynesia visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
French Polynesia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, 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 South Africa traveling to French Polynesia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,627 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,328 | -18.38% |
| 2010 | 1,278 | -3.77% |
| 2011 | 1,353 | 5.87% |
| 2012 | 1,403 | 3.70% |
| 2013 | 1,361 | -2.99% |
| 2014 | 1,502 | 10.36% |
| 2015 | 1,527 | 1.66% |
| 2016 | 1,594 | 4.39% |
| 2017 | 1,652 | 3.64% |
| 2018 | 1,795 | 8.66% |
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 & South Africa comparison
French Polynesia's area is approximately 4,167 km2 (1,608 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 291.12 times bigger than French Polynesia.
As of November 2025, French Polynesia's population is ~289054 people - 62,815,392 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted French Polynesia & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| French Polynesia | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 289,054 | 63,104,446 | 62.8 million fewer people live in French Polynesia than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 124 | French Polynesia has 124 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 67 | French Polynesia passport holders visit 28 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 11 | 197 | French Polynesian hosts 186 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to French Polynesia in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting French Polynesia in 2018 was approximately 1,795.
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