How to get a French Polynesia visa from Rwanda
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Rwandan passport holders travelling to French Polynesia.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to French Polynesia.
Business visa
Processing time10 business days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$67
Tourist visa
Processing time10 business days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$67
Application requirements
Documents Rwandan applicants need to provide.
- Rwanda passport that is valid for at least three months after exiting from French Polynesia.
- Passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamp.
- An application form that is completely filled and signed by the applicant.
- Ticket itinerary showing exit and entry dates.
- Applicants are required to provide proof of accommodation.
- 2 recent (35 by 40 mm) passport photographs with white background.
- Photocopy of front and back page of a valid passport.
- Medical travel insurance of at least 30,000 Euros covering accidents, illness or medical emergency purposes is required.
- The medical insurance has to cover the entire duration of the trip including the date of arrival & departure.
- Bank statement showing sufficient funds for the duration of stay in French Polynesia, should not be older than three months.
Visa type details
Business visa
- Business visa is issued to foreigners to visit French Polynesia to conduct business activities in French Polynesia.
- Holders of the business visa can attend business meetings or conferences, and negotiate with other companies in French Polynesia.
- Application form should be correctly filled and signed by the applicant.
- Passport should be valid for at least 3 months beyond stay and contain at least two blank pages.
- The applicant is required to provide proof of sufficient funds for the intended length of stay.
- Applicants are to provide a certificate from the employer allowing business travel.
- Letter of invitation from the French Polynesian company and contact information of the company.
- The letter should also state coverage of applicant’s expenses during stay in French Polynesia.
- The letter of invitation from their business partner in French Polynesia should state the purpose and duration of the visit.
Tourist visa
- A tourist visa allows foreigners to visit French Polynesia for tourism purposes.
- Applicants can also make visits to friends and relatives in French Polynesia.
- Completely filled French Polynesia Visa application form.
- Valid passport for at least three months beyond the return date is required.
- Passport must have at least two empty pages for the visa.
- Two recent (whole-face) passport photograph captured with a white background.
- Letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter should indicate the address and means of contacting the host.
- Compulsory Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required.
- A signed consent letter by parents for minors is required as well as a copy of the birth certificate.
- Applicants are required to provide a valid medical insurance.
- Applicants for a tourist visa cannot work in French Polynesia.
Where to apply
French Polynesia embassy & visa application centers in Rwanda.
Kigali
AddressAvenue Paul VI P.O. Box 53 Kigali Kigali Rwanda
Phone+250-252-551-800
| Day | Opens | Closes |
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| Mon | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Tue | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Sat | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to apply for my French Polynesian visa
The best time to apply for French Polynesia visa is 1 - 2 months before the intended date of travel.
Is tap water safe to drink in French Polynesia
The only places where tap water is safe to drink is in the city of Papeete on Tahiti and on Bora Bora.
Is it safe to visit French Polynesia
French Polynesia is a safe, warm and welcoming place for visitors. Though, visitors should watch out for minor crimes in Papeete.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest French Polynesia visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.