Preparing Your Photo for a French Polynesia Long-Stay Visa
You need a printed photo pasted onto your visa application. The authority publishes no single official size; the studio uses the size most often asked for[1].
Official Size Requirements
The local checklist requires an identity photo pasted onto the application form[1]. It does not specify the photo's dimensions. The studio uses a common French visa-photo crop size of 35×45 mm.
The checklist does not specify a photo size or head and margin measurements. The studio uses 35×45 mm, a common French visa-photo crop. Confirm the size with the office handling your application.
Background and Lighting Setup
The local checklist requires an identity photo pasted onto the application form; it does not specify a background color[1]. Even though the official rules do not name a specific color, choosing a plain white or light-colored background helps your face stand out clearly against the paper.
Set up your shot in a room with plenty of natural light. Face a bright window so light falls evenly across your face without creating harsh shadows under your nose or chin. Avoid standing directly under overhead lamps that can cast dark shadows under your eyes, and turn off any background lights that might cause glare. Wear everyday clothing that contrasts with your background so your shoulders are easy to see.
Taking Your Photo at Home
The studio uses a 35×45 mm crop, but the checklist does not specify photo dimensions. Stand far enough from the camera to avoid distorting your features.
Keep the camera level with your eyes and ask someone to take the picture if that helps keep the frame steady. The checklist does not give rules for expression, headwear, or accessories. Take a few shots and check the crop on your screen.
Children and Minor Applicants
A minor applicant needs a photo with the visa application[1]. No separate infant photo dimensions were identified. The checklist does not give instructions for positioning a baby or young child.
If you take the photo yourself, keep the camera steady and check that the child's face is clearly visible and looking toward the lens. Laying an infant on a plain light blanket on the floor can help if you shoot from directly above, but always ask the office about framing requirements, since the checklist does not specify them.
Printing Your Photo at a Kiosk
The checklist requires a photo pasted onto the application form[1]. You can place the cropped image on a standard 4×6-inch sheet for printing.
Print the photo at a local store kiosk using a matte or glossy finish. Cut the printed photo carefully along the edges using scissors or a paper cutter to reach the exact size confirmed by the office. The local checklist requires it to be pasted onto the application form[1], so keep a glue stick or double-sided tape ready for your application day.
Common Reasons for Photo Refusal
The checklist requires a photo pasted onto the application form[1]. It does not list specific photo-refusal reasons or processing delays for bad images.
The checklist does not list reasons for refusing a photo[1]. Check the current application instructions before submitting your documents.
Submitting Your Application Package
Once your printed photo is ready, attach it securely to the designated spot on your visa application form[1]. Review the entire application checklist provided by the Haut-commissariat de la République en Polynésie française to make sure you have included every required document[1].
Double-check that the photo is pasted neatly onto the form as the checklist requires[1]. Do not use staples or heavy tape that might damage the image or obscure your face.
Frequently asked questions
What size photo do I need for a French Polynesia long-stay visa?
The checklist does not specify a photo size[1]. The studio uses a common French visa-photo crop of 35×45 mm.
Does the background need to be a specific color?
The local checklist requires an identity photo pasted onto the application form; it does not specify a background color[1].
Are children required to submit a photo with the application?
A minor applicant needs a photo with the visa application; no separate infant photo dimensions were identified[1].
Should I submit a digital file or a printed photo?
The local checklist requires an identity photo pasted onto the application form, meaning you must submit a printed copy[1].
Can I print the photo at a local store?
Yes, you can arrange your cropped image on a standard 4x6-inch sheet and print it as an ordinary photo at any kiosk.