French Polynesian visa for UAE citizens
A visa is NOT required for UAE passport holders visiting French Polynesia for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For UAE citizens to enter French Polynesia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | French Polynesia e-visa for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | French Polynesia visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
French Polynesia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE 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 United Arab Emirates, 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 United Arab Emirates traveling to French Polynesia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 568 | N/A |
| 2009 | 464 | -18.31% |
| 2010 | 447 | -3.66% |
| 2011 | 473 | 5.82% |
| 2012 | 490 | 3.59% |
| 2013 | 476 | -2.86% |
| 2014 | 525 | 10.29% |
| 2015 | 534 | 1.71% |
| 2016 | 557 | 4.31% |
| 2017 | 577 | 3.59% |
| 2018 | 627 | 8.67% |
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 & United Arab Emirates comparison
French Polynesia's area is approximately 4,167 km2 (1,608 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 20.06 times bigger than French Polynesia.
As of November 2025, French Polynesia's population is ~289054 people - 10,209,607 fewer people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted French Polynesia & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| French Polynesia | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 289,054 | 10,498,661 | 10.2 million fewer people live in French Polynesia than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 101 | French Polynesia has 101 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 128 | French Polynesia passport holders visit 89 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 11 | 127 | French Polynesian hosts 116 fewer foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to French Polynesia in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting French Polynesia in 2018 was approximately 627.
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