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French Embassy in the Central African Republic

1 embassy

France is represented in the Central African Republic by 1 mission: an embassy in Bangui. France requires citizens of the Central African Republic to hold a visa issued in advance.

French Embassy in Bangui

France has its embassy in Bangui, the capital; the address on record is Avenue Charles-de-Gaulle, BP 884, Bangui. Its phone number and website are on its page.

France visa for citizens of the Central African Republic

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France visa requirements for citizens of the Central African Republic

  • Uniform Schengen visa (type C) for France – tourism or private visit
  • Long-stay visa (type D) – study, work, family
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Fee: €90
  • 13 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Citizens of the Central African Republic must obtain a visa before travelling to France. In the Central African Republic, applications go to the French embassy in Bangui, or to a visa centre working for France.

The Central African Republic’s missions in France

Missions of the Central African Republic in France (2)

In return, the Central African Republic has 2 missions in France, including its embassy in Paris.

Good to know

France in the Central African Republic

Worldwide, France has 386 missions in 176 countries; one of them is in the Central African Republic.

Travel to the Central African Republic for French citizens

The Central African Republic requires French citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In the Central African Republic, French citizens can turn to the French embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the French embassy in the Central African Republic is closed

The French embassy in the Central African Republic closes on the Central African Republic’s public holidays, the next being National Day on Tuesday 1 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of France, such as Armistice Day (Armistice 1918) on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the French embassy in the Central African Republic?

The French embassy is in Bangui, at Avenue Charles-de-Gaulle, BP 884, Bangui.

Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for France?

Citizens of the Central African Republic must obtain a visa before travelling to France.

Do French citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?

French citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic, obtained before travel.

Does the Central African Republic have an embassy in France?

Yes, the Central African Republic has its embassy in Paris, along with 1 other mission in France.