27/03/2022
Update 28Mar22: Relaxation of entry conditions related to COVID-19 apply from 28 March 2022. See below for details.
Entry conditions vary for vaccinated travellers and those who have not been vaccinated.
Fully Vaccinated Travellers
Fully vaccinated resident and non-resident travellers aged 12 years and over, as well as minors who accompany these vaccinated adults, can travel to French Polynesia without needing to justify the reason for travel or self isolate upon arrival. Documented proof of vaccination must be presented at your flight check-in.
Travellers who are not fully vaccinated
Any passenger aged 12 years and over, who has not been fully vaccinated* must download and complete a 'Certificate of travel for compelling reasons' form. The completed form along with documentation substantiating the compelling reason will be verified at the check-in counter on the day of departure to French Polynesia. Travellers who are travelling for a compelling reason will need to self isolate for 7 days once they arrive in French Polynesia.
Pre-flight COVID-19 Test Requirement
All resident and non-resident travellers aged twelve (12) years and older, regardless of health and vaccination status, must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test (RT-PCR or Antigen) performed less than 24-hours before flight departure. Exception: if travelling via the USA this rule applies to all travellers aged two (2) years and older.
In New Zealand, to obtain a copy of your COVID-19 vaccination record you can register online with the Ministry of Health to obtain a digital copy of your vaccination record. For more information click here for 'My Covid Record' health information. Be sure to download the COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate for International Travel.
In Australia, to obtain a copy of your International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate please visit the Services Australia website.
In summary, you must present the following documentation for your Air Tahiti Nui flight to Papeete.
For all travellers
Valid Passport with any applicable visas
Valid flight ticket
Negative RT-PCR test or a negative Antigen test taken within 24 hours of flight departure for all passengers aged 12-years and older. This must be a paper form. Exception: if your itinerary includes a transit or stop in the United States, the pre-flight test must be taken by all passengers aged two (2) years and older, less than 24 hours before flight departure.
Sworn statement declaration to abide by healthcare measures while in French Polynesia. Note: a separate Sworn Statement is required if travelling to France
Completed Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) if flying to/from Paris on a flight that has a transit stop in Los Angeles, USA
For vaccinated travellers
Proof of your vaccination status. i.e. vaccination certificate that matches your passport data.
For unvaccinated travellers
Completed Certificate of travel for compelling reasons form and supporting documents
For Non EU travellers
Onward ticket, or Visa, or Maritime Agency Letter of Guarantee for those joining a ship or yacht.
TousAntiCovid app
It's easy to use your COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate for International Travel when visiting the Islands of Tahiti. Please follow these simple steps.
Download the TousAntiCovid app directly from the Apple app store or Google PlayScan the QR code located on your COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate for International Travel.
To find out where the use of the Vaccination Certificate is compulsory please visit the website of the State Services in French Polynesia.
