EmbassyPretoria
Embassy of France, Pretoria
Data completeness90%
Address
250 Melk Street, Pretoria
Phone
Source: Wikidata Q2841709 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Jun 23, 2025
France embassy & consulates in South Africa
Visa-free · 90 days$1,950/moSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer
France has 3 diplomatic mission(s) in South Africa: Embassy (Pretoria), Consulate General (Cape Town), Consulate General (Johannesburg).
Entry rules for France passport holders → South Africa:Visa-free· 90 days
France missions in South Africa
Consulate GeneralCape Town
consulate general of France, Cape Town
Data completeness100%
Address
Queen Victoria Street 78, 8001, Cape Town
Phone
Website
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
- Applications
- 120
- Visas issued
- 0
- Refused
- 0
- Refusal rate
- 0%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
Source: Wikidata Q16507533 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Nov 2, 2026
Consulate GeneralJohannesburg
Consulate General of France, Johannesburg
Data completeness45%
Website
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
- Applications
- 32,785
- Visas issued
- 29,622
- Refused
- 2,742
- Refusal rate
- 8.5%
Multiple-entry share: 35%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
Source: Wikidata Q16507534Record updated: Apr 3, 2024
Entry rules for France passport holders
South AfricaVisa-free· 90 days
Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.
France passport powerDocument checklist: France → South Africa
General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
- You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
- Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.
Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.
Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
France → South Africa
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.
France → South Africa
Applying for a visa? South Africa missions in France
- Embassy of South Africa, ParisEmbassy · Paris · +33153592323See all
Frequently asked questions
Where is the France embassy in South Africa?
The France embassy in South Africa is located at 250 Melk Street, Pretoria.
Do France citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.
How do I contact the France embassy in South Africa?
Phone: +27 12 425 1600. Email: —. Website: https://za.ambafrance.org/.
Does France have consulates in South Africa?
Yes: Consulate General (Cape Town), Consulate General (Johannesburg).
What should I do if I lose my passport in South Africa?
Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the France embassy or consulate in South Africa for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.
What are the opening hours?
Hours vary and are not yet verified for this mission. Call ahead or check the official website.