🇫🇷France Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for France?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter France visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for France
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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France visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime France applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SpainVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United KingdomVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- AlgeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- HaitiVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Burkina FasoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GuineaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- NigeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CongoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- UkraineVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- UgandaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- The GambiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CubaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MauritaniaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- AngolaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- ParaguayVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- El SalvadorVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- BelizeVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Dominican RepublicVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GuatemalaVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
France visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category France publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Business short-stay visa | Business | 90 days / 180 days | 90 EUR | 15 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Long-stay visitor visa | Long stay | 1 year | 99 EUR | 15-30 days | Portal | |
| Talent Passport visa | Work | 4 years | 99 EUR | 15-30 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Job seeker / business creation visa | Work | 1 year | 99 EUR | 15 days | Portal | |
| Employee visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 99 EUR | 15-30 days | Portal | |
| Self-employed visa | Work | 1 year | 99 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Student intern visa | Study | 6-12 months | 99 EUR | 15 days | Portal | |
| Long-stay student visa | Study | 1 year (renewable) | 50-99 EUR | 15 days | Portal | |
| Minor schooling visa | Study | 1 year (renewable) | 99 EUR | 15-30 days | Portal | |
| Adoption visa | Family | 1 year | 15-99 EUR | 60+ days | Portal | |
| Family of EU citizen visa | Family | 1 year | 0 EUR | 15 days | Portal | |
| Family of French citizen visa | Family | 1 year | 0-99 EUR | 15-60 days | Portal | |
| Family of foreign resident in France visa | Family | 1 year | 99 EUR | 60-180 days | Portal | |
| Working Holiday visa | Working holiday | 1 year | 0-99 EUR | 15-30 days | Portal | |
| Au pair visa | Working holiday | 1 year | 99 EUR | 15-30 days | Portal | |
| Medical treatment visa | Medical | 90 days (renewable) | 99 EUR | 15-30 days | Portal | |
| Airport transit visa | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal | |
| Volunteer visa | Other | 1 year | 99 EUR | 15-30 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Paris
Population
66,700,000
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
French, Occitan, Breton, Catalan
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+33
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Area
643,801 km²
Government
Semi-presidential republic
National day
July 14 - Bastille Day
Internet domain
.fr
About
France is a Western European nation and member of the European Union and NATO. It has a developed economy, rich cultural heritage, and plays a major role in international affairs. The country is renowned for its contributions to arts, sciences, and philosophy.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid displaying wealth
- Stay vigilant in public transportation
- Avoid certain neighborhoods at night
Terrorism(Low)
- Stay aware of your surroundings in public places
- Follow the advice of local authorities
Transport
- Check schedules before traveling
- Use public transportation or official taxis
- Respect traffic rules
Natural risks(Low. Minor flood risks in some regions, very rare earthquakes.)
- Check weather forecasts
- Follow local alerts in bad weather
Health(Excellent healthcare system, among the best in the world. High-quality medical coverage.)
- Purchase travel insurance covering medical care
- Recommended vaccinations: up to date according to standard schedule
- Pharmacies easily accessible in cities
Practical tips
- Keep important documents secure
- Save emergency numbers
- Purchase comprehensive travel insurance
- Respect local laws and customs
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Cost of living
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Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Paris · estimated in October 2026
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to France?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for France across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a France visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for France?▾
France issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to France?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Low to moderate. France is generally safe for visitors, although some urban areas experience petty crime.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in France?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of France?▾
The capital of France is Paris. The main spoken languages are: French, Occitan, Breton, Catalan.
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