COVID-19 Travel Restrictions in Tahiti
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Please view French Polynesia latest travel requirements in response to covid 19 below. Sunsail will continue to monitor these updates to keep our guests informed of these changes.
We would also advise that you contact your airline for the most up to date information around entry requirements and re-entry to your home country.
*Please check that this information is applicable for your departure country, as selected countries are not allowed to enter certain sailing destinations.
While The Islands of Tahiti are opening their borders for international travellers, certain Policies and Procedures will need to be followed when entering the country, before, and during your stay there.
Before You Go
All Travellers:
- Must do a Covid-19 PCR test or antigen test performed less than 24 hours prior to departure
- As the French Polynesia Ministry of Health strongly recommends choosing a RT-PCR test, which is more sensitive to the detection of covid-19, please note the three following scenarios:
CASE 1: Presentation of a RT-PCR taken within the previous 24 hours, which is negative before boarding (recommended option)
CASE 2: If it is not possible to perform a RT-PCR test within 24 hours then it is advised that travellers present proof of a negative antigen test taken within the previous 24 hours coupled with a RT-PCR test taken within the previous 2 days.
CASE 3: If it is not possible to perform a RT-PCR test within 2 days, then travellers may present a negative test result from an antigen test taken within the previous 24 hours. However, in this case, a RT-PCR test will be carried out on arrival at the expense of the traveler (price to be confirmed) from January 10, 2022.
- Pending the results of this test, it is requested that travellers strictly respect barrier gestures and avoid any non-essential contact.
- Travel insurance is mandatory for anyone traveling to French Polynesia who is not a French citizen and is not affiliated with French social security, with whom Polynesia has agreements.
- Submit your full guest list in advance of travel to us via the manage my booking link
Fully Vaccinated Travellers:
- Travelling for tourism is now permitted for all vaccinated visitors
- The French government will require a negative COVID PCR or antigen test to be taken less than 24 hours prior to departure to French Polynesia for all travellers aged 12 years and older arriving in French territory including The Islands of Tahiti.
Partially or Unvaccinated Travellers:
- Relaxation of the declaration of the compelling reason: Travellers aged 12 years and older who are not vaccinated or whose vaccination schedule is incomplete are still subject to compelling family, professional or health reasons, but controls will be carried out by the carriers.
- Download, print and complete the declaration of compelling reason (available on the website of the High Commission) accompanied by proof of the reason.
- Present these documents at check-in on the day of departure to the airline, which will be responsible for checking them and determining the validity of the reason given
- 7-day self-isolation: For travellers with a compelling reason to French Polynesia, it is recommended to follow a 7-day self-isolation.
- Must provide proof of a negative PCR test within 24 hours of travel
Travellers with proven Immunity:
- Must take a serology test that shows they are positive for antibodies (taken between 15 and 30 days prior to arrival)
- Must provide proof of a negative PCR test within 24 hours of travel
When You Arrive
All Travellers:
- On arrival in Tahiti, all travellers are subject to additional tests carried out by the authorities.The results are sent within a maximum of 72 hours by email. These results may be demanded at any time by the local authorities. Failure to present may result in a sanction or a fne.
Fully Vaccinated Travellers:
- Must take a self administered antigenic test on arrival
Partially or Unvaccinated Travellers (Including unvaccinated children over the age of 6):
- Must take a self administered antigenic test on arrival
- Must quarantine for 10 days on the island
- Must take a PCR test on Day 4 and Day 8 during quarantine
Travellers with proven Immunity:
- Must take a self administered antigenic test on arrival
- Must take a virological test on day 4
During Your Charter
- Before departing from the base, the head charter guest must sign a document that explains the steps to follow should there be a suspected case of COVID-19 onboard. This document must be kept in the chart table
- For bareboat charters, please bring with you a copy of the skipper’s passport and sailing licence
- If you test positive for COVID-19 during your charter, please get in touch with your insurance provider for advice. You would quarantine on the yacht until the end of your charter. If you still test positive at the end of your charter, you will need to finish your quarantine in a hotel.
- We are dedicated to giving you peace of mind when you charter with us. Our industry-leading safety measures include the fogging and disinfecting of all yachts before each charter begins.
Covid-19 Testing Centres in Tahiti
Children 6 and older travelling with fully vaccinated parents:
- Self-tests will be provided upon arrival at Papeete International Airport (PPT). The base will give you instructions on where to drop off your test kits. There are drop-off locations on each of the islands you will explore on charter.
- Costs for mandatory on island tests:
- 5 000XPF for vaccinated and immunised travelers
- 12 000XPF for other travelers
- Antigen testing can be obtained at any of the drug stores.
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