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Do citizens of Tunisia need a visa for France?

Visa required

Yes. Tunisia passport holders need a visa for France and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.

Entry rule
Visa required
Length of stay
Set by the visa
Where to get it
Embassy or consulate
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026

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 missions in Tunisia

EmbassyTunis

Embassy of France, Tunis

Data completeness100%
Address
2, place de l’Indépendance, Tunis
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
116,833
Visas issued
98,085
Refused
17,865
Refusal rate
15.4%
Multiple-entry share: 43%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
Source: Wikidata Q2841790 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Aug 25, 2026
Embassyصفاقس

Embassy · صفاقس

Data completeness25%
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
116,833
Visas issued
98,085
Refused
17,865
Refusal rate
15.4%
Multiple-entry share: 43%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
Consulate GeneralTunis

consulat général de France à Tunis

Data completeness55%
Address
2, place de l'Indépendance, Tunis
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
116,833
Visas issued
98,085
Refused
17,865
Refusal rate
15.4%
Multiple-entry share: 43%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
Source: Wikidata Q73355860Record updated: Mar 17, 2025

How a Schengen visa application works

  1. A Schengen visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period and is valid in all 29 Schengen countries.
  2. Apply at the consulate of the country that is the main purpose of the trip. If the purposes are equal, apply to the country where you will stay longest.
  3. Applications are accepted from 6 months until 15 days before the trip. A decision usually takes 15 calendar days and can take up to 45.
  4. Fingerprints are taken at the first application and can be reused for 59 months.
Schengen 90/180 calculator

Document checklist: Tunisia → 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.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

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

Tunisia missions in France

  • Embassy of Tunisia, ParisEmbassy · ParisSee all
  • Consulate General of Tunisia, LyonConsulate General · 6th arrondissement of Lyon · +33 4 78 93 42 87See all
  • Consulate general of Tunisia in ParisConsulate General · Paris · +33 1 53 70 69 10See all
  • Consulate General of Tunisia, NiceConsulate General · NiceSee all
Tunisia embassy & consulates in France

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Tunisia need a visa for France?

Yes. Tunisia passport holders need a visa for France and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Tunisia stay in France?

The length of stay is set by the visa that is issued.

Where is the France embassy in Tunisia?

The France embassy in Tunisia is located at 2, place de l’Indépendance, Tunis.