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Australian Embassy in France

1 embassy

In France, Australia has an embassy in Paris. French citizens do not need a visa for Australia, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.

Australian Embassy in Paris

At Rue Jean Rey 4, Paris, the Australian embassy represents Australia towards France. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Australia visa for French citizens

FranceAustralia Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Australia visa for citizens of France

AustraliaFrance Visa-free, 90 days France visa for citizens of Australia

Australia visa requirements for citizens of France

  • Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) and eVisitor (subclass 651)
  • Fee: A$20
  • 1 required document

checked 22 October 2026

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French citizens do not need a visa for Australia, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days. The application is made online on the official portal of Australia, not at the Australian embassy.

France’s missions in Australia

Missions of France in Australia (9)

In return, France has 9 missions in Australia, including its embassy in Canberra.

Good to know

Australia in France

Worldwide, Australia has 127 missions in 90 countries; one of them is in France.

Travel to France for Australian citizens

France admits Australian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. In France, Australian citizens can turn to the Australian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Australian embassy in France is closed

The Australian embassy in France closes on France’s public holidays, the next being Armistice Day (Armistice 1918) on Wednesday 11 November 2026, Christmas Day (Noël) on Friday 25 December 2026 and New Year's Day (Jour de l'an) on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of Australia, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Australian embassy in France?

The Australian embassy is in Paris, at Rue Jean Rey 4, Paris.

Do French citizens need a visa for Australia?

Before flying to Australia, French citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.

Do Australian citizens need a visa for France?

France admits Australian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

Does France have an embassy in Australia?

Yes, France has its embassy in Canberra, along with 8 other missions in Australia.