La Réunion

Réunion Visa & Immigration System

Réunion follows French immigration rules as overseas department but NOT included in Schengen Agreement. UK Foreign Office describes Réunion as "an Overseas Department of France" confirming is part of EU with French authorities establishing and enforcing all entry regulations. Visa-free 90 days: UK Foreign Office states British citizens may visit Réunion without visa for up to 90 days for tourism or business. U.S. State Department confirms overseas departments and territories of France not located in Europe are not included in the Schengen Agreement, noting visas for Réunion not required by certain nationals for touristic stays of up to 90 days provided they hold return ticket. Schengen distinction: U.S. State Department emphasizes Réunion not part of Schengen Area, noting cannot enter Réunion with short-stay Schengen visa issued by France or other Schengen countries unless it specifically says so. Passport requirements: UK Foreign Office requires passport must remain valid for at least 3 months after date you plan to leave Réunion, confirming entry will be denied if document invalid or reported as lost or stolen. Return ticket: Return ticket required for visa-free entry. Yellow fever and vaccinations: UK Foreign Office references TravelHealthPro's Réunion guide for details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations. Visa required for longer stays: UK Foreign Office notes extended stays for work, study, or other purposes require checking French visa application process on official website. U.S. State Department recommends contacting French Embassy for Réunion-specific requirements. Residence documents: UK Foreign Office confirms UK residents of Réunion should carry residence document alongside passport when entering or exiting, noting those awaiting document should carry certificate of application received by email. Customs regulations: UK Foreign Office notes must declare prohibited items and anything subject to tax or duty, confirming meat, milk, and dairy products prohibited except powdered baby milk, baby food and special foods or pet feed required for medical reasons, noting currency and valuables above certain thresholds also require declaration. Contact French Consulate: UK Foreign Office advises for clarification on how requirements apply to specific situation, contact French Consulate General in UK.