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Do citizens of Germany need a visa for France?

Visa-free

No. Germany passport holders can enter France without a visa.

Entry rule
Visa-free
Length of stay
Not specified
Where to get it
No visa needed
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Document checklist

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: 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.

France missions in Germany

EmbassyBerlin

Embassy of France in Berlin

Data completeness90%
Address
Pariser Platz 5, 10117, Berlin
Phone
+49 30 590039000
Website
de.ambafrance.org
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 09:00-12:00; We 09:00-12:00, 14:00-17:00
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
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See all: France missions in Germany (10)

Germany missions in France

  • Embassy of Germany, ParisEmbassy · Paris · +33-1-53834500See all
  • Consulate General of Germany, LyonConsulate General · 6th arrondissement of Lyon · +33-472-699898See all
  • Consulate General of Germany, StrasbourgConsulate General · Strasbourg · +33-388-246700See all
  • Consulate General of Germany, BordeauxConsulate General · Bordeaux · +33-556-171222See all
Germany embassy & consulates in France

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Germany need a visa for France?

No. Germany passport holders can enter France without a visa. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Germany stay in France?

Our data gives no day limit for this route. Check the official source before you travel.

Where is the France embassy in Germany?

The France embassy in Germany is located at Pariser Platz 5, 10117, Berlin, Berlin.