United Arab Emirates embassy & consulates in France

Entry rules for United Arab Emirates passport holders

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.

Document checklist: United Arab Emirates → 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.
• 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 with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.

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

Applying for a visa? France missions in United Arab Emirates

• Embassy of France, Abu DhabiEmbassy · Abu Dhabi · +971 2 813 10 00See all
  Schengen visa statistics at this consulate

  Year 2025

  Applications

  28,160

  Visas issued

  23,364

  Refused

  4,702

  Refusal rate

  16.7%

  Multiple-entry share: 53%

  Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
• Consulate General of France in DubaiConsulate General · DubaiSee all
  Schengen visa statistics at this consulate

  Year 2025

  Applications

  28,160

  Visas issued

  23,364

  Refused

  4,702

  Refusal rate

  16.7%

  Multiple-entry share: 53%

  Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

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