ETIAS France

Travel Requirements for France

France is an ETIAS destination

France is part of the ETIAS program. If you are from a visa-exempt country, you will need ETIAS to visit France.

ETIAS Requirements for Traveling to France

France is one of the 30 European countries that are part of the ETIAS program. This means that travelers from visa-exempt countries will need ETIAS authorization to visit France for short stays (up to 90 days in any 180-day period).

If you are a citizen of an EU/Schengen country, you do not need ETIAS to travel to France. However, if you hold a passport from one of the 59 visa-exempt countries, you will need to obtain ETIAS before your trip.

Who Needs ETIAS to Visit France?

You will need ETIAS to visit France if:

You hold a passport from one of the 59 visa-exempt countries

You plan to stay in France for up to 90 days

You are traveling for tourism, business, or transit purposes

What You Can Do with ETIAS in France

With a valid ETIAS authorization, you can:

Travel to France for tourism and sightseeing

Attend business meetings and conferences

Transit through France to other destinations

Visit family and friends

Note: ETIAS does not allow you to work or study in France. For these purposes, you will need a different type of visa or permit.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are from a visa-exempt country, yes, you will need ETIAS to visit France. EU/Schengen citizens do not need ETIAS.

ETIAS allows you to stay in France for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

No, ETIAS does not allow you to work in France. You will need a work permit or visa for employment.

If you are transiting through France and staying in the international transit area, you may not need ETIAS. However, if you leave the airport, you will need ETIAS.