Visa-Free 90/180-Day Schengen Allowance
Citizens of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Singapore, and New Zealand can enter France and the Schengen Zone visa-free for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period. Your passport must have been issued within the past 10 years and remain valid at least 3 months after your exit date.
EU Entry/Exit System (EES) & ETIAS Authorization
At Paris CDG, Orly, Nice, and Eurostar St Pancras border control, biometric EES kiosks record facial images and fingerprints instead of manual ink stamps. Once ETIAS is active, visa-exempt travelers register online (€7 fee for ages 18–70, valid 3 years). Travelers requiring a Schengen C visa must apply via the official France-Visas portal.
Key Takeaways & Local Tips
- Verify schedules and book high-speed train tickets directly on SNCF Connect or the Bonjour RATP app.
- Save our offline French Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards on your phone before boarding your flight.
- Always greet staff with 'Bonjour' before asking a question in English or French.
Official sources & further reading
Rules, prices and schedules change. Confirm details here before you travel: