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French Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia

  • 1 embassy
  • 1 consulate general

In Saudi Arabia, France has an embassy in Riyadh, a consulate general in Jeddah and 1 other office. France requires Saudi citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Map: France’s 3 missions in Saudi Arabia

Map: France’s 3 missions in Saudi Arabia

French Embassy in Riyadh

France has its embassy in Riyadh, the capital. Its phone number and website are on its page.

French consulates in Saudi Arabia

France also has a consulate general in Jeddah; its work is consular: passports and documents for its own citizens and, often, visas for visitors.

France visa for Saudi citizens

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France visa requirements for citizens of Saudi Arabia

  • 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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Saudi citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France. In Saudi Arabia, applications go to the French embassy in Riyadh or the consulate in Jeddah, or to a visa centre working for France.

Saudi Arabia’s missions in France

Missions of Saudi Arabia in France (2)

In return, Saudi Arabia has 2 missions in France, including its embassy in Paris.

Good to know

France in Saudi Arabia

Worldwide, France has 386 missions in 176 countries; 3 of them are in Saudi Arabia.

Travel to Saudi Arabia for French citizens

French citizens can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, valid for stays of up to 90 days. In Saudi Arabia, French citizens can turn to the French embassy for passports and emergency help.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the French embassy in Saudi Arabia?

The French embassy is in Riyadh.

Does France have consulates in Saudi Arabia?

Yes, France has a consulate general in Jeddah.

Do Saudi citizens need a visa for France?

Saudi citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.

Do French citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

French citizens can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, valid for stays of up to 90 days.

Does Saudi Arabia have an embassy in France?

Yes, Saudi Arabia has its embassy in Paris, along with 1 other mission in France.