France Entry and Visa Information

Passport Health Passports and Visas helps you get your passport and visa fast! Learn more about the visa requirements for your destination.

Do I Need a Visa for France?

No, you do not need a visa when traveling to France as long as you will stay in the country for less than 90 days. Stays of over 90 days for even tourist or business purposes will require a visa. However, your passport must be valid for at least three months past your estimated departure date from France. If your passport is not valid for that amount of time, you may be denied entry into France. France is one of the 26 countries in the Schengen area, and all of these countries have the same aforementioned visa and passport requirements. Be aware that these countries take passport requirements very seriously, and you could be denied boarding of your airplane or not allowed to enter your destination if your passport is not valid for enough time. To be safe, we recommend that all travelers to France carry a passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of departure from the US.

The U.S. State Department has produced a great video on this topic, viewable below.

France Entry Requirements
Is A…	A France Entry Requirement?
Passport	Yes
Passport Validity	Three months beyond stay
Blank Passport Pages	One page per entry stamp
Tourist Visa	No (unless staying for 90+ days)
Other Visa Types	See below

Sources: French Embassy and U.S. State Department

How Do I Obtain a Passport for France?

Travelers to France must have a valid passport upon arrival, and it must also be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay. At least one blank passport page is needed for your entry stamp. Note that this blank page requirement applies to all 26 countries participating in the Schengen Agreement. If you do not have any blank pages, you will need to renew your passport before departing for France.

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How Can I Receive a Visa for France?

If you need a visa for France or another EU country, call ! We make the French visa application process simple, and we’ll make sure you get the proper class of visa for your trip. We provide you with a step-by-step application kit, visa application review service, pre-paid shipping labels, and hand delivery of your documents to the French Embassy. We pick your visa up from the embassy as soon as it is issued and mail it directly back to you.

What Are the France Visa Requirements?

The majority of travelers will not need a visa for France. But, if your trip will keep you in country (and the Schengen Area) for more than 90 days, you will need one. The following items are visa requirements for France and must be included in your application kit:

Visa Requirements for France
Is A…	A France Visa Requirement
Valid Passport	Yes
Passport Photos	Yes
Completed Visa Application	Yes
Proof of Residency	Yes
Proof of Travel Arrangements	Yes
Proof of Sufficient Funds	Yes
Money Order	Yes

Sources: French Embassy and U.S. State Department

Depending on the details of your France trip, you may need additional documentation including proof of medical insurance, a work permit or other relevant information.

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What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to France?

Millions of travelers from around the globe head to France for work or play. But, staying healthy while they are there is key. See our travel medicine page to learn more about how Passport Health can help you stay safe in France or any other destination on your itinerary.