French PolynesiaIndia: e-Visa

French PolynesiaIndia

Do France passport holders need a visa for India?

e-Visa

Yes. France passport holders need a visa for India, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

French Polynesia does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

Source: indianvisaonline.gov.in (checked July 18, 2026).

    Requiremente-Visa
    Maximum stay30 days
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance15,104 km, straight line (~18h 16m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to India2 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? India passport holders visiting French Polynesia: Visa required.

India drives on the left, the opposite side to French Polynesia. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do France passport holders need a visa for India?

Yes. France passport holders need a visa for India, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can France citizens stay in India without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is India from French Polynesia?

About 15,104 km in a straight line, roughly ~18h 16m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in India?

Indian rupee (INR).

What is the emergency number in India?

100 / 101 / 102 / 108 / 112.

Does India drive on the same side of the road as French Polynesia?

India drives on the left, the opposite side to French Polynesia. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is India in?

Kolkata (UTC+5:30).

What is the nearest airport to New Delhi?

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 15 km away.

How many countries can enter India without a visa?

2 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter India visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can France passport holders visit without a visa instead of India?

Nepal, Tajikistan, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Oman.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.