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Germany embassy & consulates in France

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Germany has 13 diplomatic mission(s) in France: Embassy (Paris), Consulate General (6th arrondissement of Lyon), Consulate General (Strasbourg), Consulate General (Bordeaux), Consulate General (Marseille), Consulate (Nouméa), Permanent Mission (Paris), Permanent Mission (Strasbourg), Permanent Mission (Paris), Honorary Consulate (Rouen), Honorary Consulate (Dijon), Honorary Consulate (Brest), Honorary Consulate (Papeete).

Entry rules for Germany passport holders → France:Visa-free
Photo: Yann Caradec from Paris, France · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Germany missions in France

Entry rules for Germany passport holders

FranceVisa-free

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.

Do citizens of Germany need a visa for France?Germany passport power

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Document checklist: Germany → France

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • 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 with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
Germany → France
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.
Germany → France

Applying for a visa? France missions in Germany

  • Embassy of France in BerlinEmbassy · Berlin · +49 30 590039000See all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    35
    Visas issued
    35
    Refused
    0
    Refusal rate
    0%
    Multiple-entry share: 0%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • Consulate General of France in SaarbrückenConsulate General · Saarbrücken · +49 681 92799860See all
  • Consulate General of France in MunichConsulate General · Munich · +49 89 23128051See all
  • Consulate General of France in HamburgConsulate General · Hamburg · +49 40 4133250See all
  • Consulate General of France in StuttgartConsulate General · StuttgartSee all
  • Consulate General of France in Frankfurt am MainConsulate General · FrankfurtSee all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    49
    Visas issued
    42
    Refused
    1
    Refusal rate
    2.3%
    Multiple-entry share: 33%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • Consulate General of France in DüsseldorfConsulate General · DüsseldorfSee all
  • Honorarkonsul der Französischen RepublikHonorary Consulate · Bremen · +49 421 33111799See all
  • Honorary ConsulateHonorary ConsulateSee all
  • Honorary ConsulateHonorary ConsulateSee all

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Germany in France?

Yes. Germany has 13 diplomatic mission(s) in France: Embassy (Paris), Consulate General (6th arrondissement of Lyon), Consulate General (Strasbourg), Consulate General (Bordeaux), Consulate General (Marseille), Consulate (Nouméa), Permanent Mission (Paris), Permanent Mission (Strasbourg), Permanent Mission (Paris), Honorary Consulate (Rouen), Honorary Consulate (Dijon), Honorary Consulate (Brest), Honorary Consulate (Papeete).

Where is the Germany embassy in France?

The Germany embassy in France is located at 13-15, avenue Franklin-D.-Roosevelt 75008 Paris, Paris.

Do citizens of Germany need a visa for France?

Visa-free. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the Germany embassy in France?

Phone: +33-1-53834500, +33 1 53 64 76 70. Email: —. Website: https://allemagneenfrance.diplo.de/.

Does Germany have consulates in France?

Yes: Consulate General (6th arrondissement of Lyon), Consulate General (Strasbourg), Consulate General (Bordeaux), Consulate General (Marseille), Consulate (Nouméa), Permanent Mission (Paris), Permanent Mission (Strasbourg), Permanent Mission (Paris), Honorary Consulate (Rouen), Honorary Consulate (Dijon), Honorary Consulate (Brest), Honorary Consulate (Papeete).

What should I do if I lose my passport in France?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the Germany embassy or consulate in France for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

What are the opening hours?

Mo-Th 08:30-16:45; Fr 08:30-14:00