@manarii
American expat in French Polynesia
Forum
49 posts
Contacts
10
About me
American
Lives in Papeari
Speaks English, Tahitian, French
Registration: 16 January 2013
Activity
Building permit to build a house in Tahiti by jenHI
Hello,Does one need to get a building permit to build a house in Tahiti? If so, from whom? Do they have an online application process?
IaOrana, @jenHIYou can contact the fenua building engineering firm in Papeete for help. Their fees are reasonable. Give them a call at ***Nana,Manarii Tane (Steve)I moved to Papeari, Tahiti from USA. Read More
Expat Residency in French Polynesia by dvschafer
My wife and I are retired in France and considering moving to Tahiti. So far we have found the cost living and real estate prices are within our budget. Our main question/concern are the conditions for long term residency in French Polynesia. My ...
Ia Orana Manatua Lemaire,What is your current citizenship?Manarii TanePK 52, Papeari, Tahiti Read More
Expat Residency in French Polynesia by dvschafer
My wife and I are retired in France and considering moving to Tahiti. So far we have found the cost living and real estate prices are within our budget. Our main question/concern are the conditions for long term residency in French Polynesia. My ...
@dvschaferThe requirement for residency in Tahiti that stops most people, is that they must show that they can support themselves without working here or being a burden on society, by having adequate funds. Things here are very expensive, much more ... Read More
Buying a house in Moorea by Xxyy
How do you get a building inspection done on Moorea by an engineer. Are there people / companies that do these in Tahiti Thanks
IaOrana Xxyy, I only know of one engineering company in Papeete, but I don't know if they do building inspections. You can give them a call and see if they do or perhaps they can give you a recommendation for someone else if they don't. The ... Read More
Becoming an expat living permanently in French Polynesia by MOOREASHEVILLE
Hey, This is Ray. Can anyone tell me how difficult it is to become a citizen of french Polynesia? I have no interest in having an extended visa requiring me to leave the islands and return to the US. This would be a one way street. Please ...
Hi, The power is actually 60 cycles, not 50 cycles and is 220 volts Manarii Tane (Steve) Read More
Relocating to Tahiti? by Newbie2015
Hello All, I recently relocated to Tahiti and I found that the info available was limited and out dated. Whilst still in South Africa I was trying to prepare a budget to see what would be needed in terms of earnings, to cover the expenses that I ...
Ia orana, The short answer is no. You must demonstrate that you can support yourself financially without government assistance. Just buying the property does not suffice. I am retired here in Papeari on the island of Tahiti from Florida USA after I ... Read More
European buying land/house but not French by siouxchief
Hi, Is it possible to buy a slice of land on a motu or a house without being French (am European) or married to a FP person for example? It also wouldn't be a business but may rent it out via AirBnB. Thanks
Ia Orana Sioux Chief, I just noticed your post. Yes, it is possible to purchase land or a home here in French Polynesia. I did. I am an American living and retired in the district of Papeari on Tahiti. If you rent your home (called a gîte or ... Read More
Shipping personal items to Huahine by AlishaG
Can anybody offer advice on how to ship personal items, currently located in Ensenada, Mexico to Huahine? I don’t have anything very large (no furniture) - it’s mainly clothes, kitchen items, sports equipment. I’m estimating ...
IaOrana, I just found your post today. I moved to Papeari on the island of Tahiti from Florida a bunch of years ago and I used NEX shipping. There is no "cost effective" shipping to Tahiti. - it's all expensive. I don't remember ... Read More
Becoming an expat living permanently in French Polynesia by MOOREASHEVILLE
Hey, This is Ray. Can anyone tell me how difficult it is to become a citizen of french Polynesia? I have no interest in having an extended visa requiring me to leave the islands and return to the US. This would be a one way street. Please ...
IaOrana Ray, I am an expat living on the island of Tahiti in the district of Papeari. I moved here after I sold my medical business. If you want to become a citizen, it takes a while, like 4-5 years. You will be required to show financial proof ... Read More
French Family Book by tetawelch
This may sound a little weird, but I was turned down for a family visa because I did not have a family book. The French Consul in Miami did not tell me anything except I have to have one. I searched google to no avail. So what is a family book and ...
Ia Orana Tetawelch, I have a friend who is a commissioner in the French Polynesian government. This is what he told me regarding your question and the documents required. Proof of nationality for parents (Passport and birth certificate) If both ... Read More
New members of the French Polynesia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the French Polynesia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
IaOrana Latai, I wish you luck in your future. It will be a challenge to demonstrate that you can support yourself. The government needs to know that you have your own resources (money) to live here without relying on government help. Best way is to ... Read More
Construction cost in Tahiti and Bora Bora by Khuu
How much more expensive is construction cost in Tahiti and Bora bora compared to USA or New Zealand? How transportation and tariff cost? How much is a 3 bedroom 2 stories is costed to construct?
No, I don't know the cost, but I do know that some imported goods have an import tax on them. Read More
Construction cost in Tahiti and Bora Bora by Khuu
How much more expensive is construction cost in Tahiti and Bora bora compared to USA or New Zealand? How transportation and tariff cost? How much is a 3 bedroom 2 stories is costed to construct?
There are many building supply companies in Tahiti, such as ENTREPRISE PUGIBET, that sell everything you need for building a house. Manarii Tane Papeari, Tahiti Read More
Relocating to Tahiti? by Newbie2015
Hello All, I recently relocated to Tahiti and I found that the info available was limited and out dated. Whilst still in South Africa I was trying to prepare a budget to see what would be needed in terms of earnings, to cover the expenses that I ...
Ia Orana, I retired to the island of Tahiti many years ago from USA. To move here, you will need to show that you have sufficient funds to survive here without being a burden on the government. It is not too likely that you would get a job here ... Read More
Who could help me with information ? by Laurute915
Hi All, Doesn't seem that it's a very active forum :) but I really hope that somebody will reply :) I am a new member, my name is Laura. I live in Lithuania at the moment with my family (husband and 2 kids 13y / 1y), but we have business in ...
IaOrana, There is an association of lawyers in Papeete that can help you. You can call them at 689.40.43.34.28 and ask for the type of help you need. This service is not free, so you will need to pay the lawyer. Nana, Manarii Tane (Steve) Papeari, ... Read More