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United Kingdom · 🇫🇷 France
Visa & entry formalities for United Kingdom passport holders travelling to France.
No visa requiredVisas / authorisation
Visa-free (Schengen short stay)
Max stay
90 days within any 180-day period
Fees
None for short stays.
Processing
No application required.
Entry conditions
A passport valid 3+ months beyond your stay. UK citizens remain visa-exempt for short Schengen stays; the 90/180-day rule applies.
Required documents
- Passport valid at least 3 months after your return
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Step-by-step procedure
- 1 Check your passport validity for the whole trip plus 3 months.
- 2 Book flights and accommodation.
- 3 Carry proof of accommodation and a return ticket.
- 4 Get your passport stamped at entry and exit.
Verify with the official source
Rules change — always confirm the latest requirements with the consulate or official portal before booking.
Common questions
Do UK citizens need a visa for France?
No — UK citizens are visa-exempt for short stays up to 90 days in 180, though they are now subject to the 90/180-day rule.