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China visa for French citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by French citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at fr.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to France
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Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from France to China, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long French citizens can stay in China
French citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for French citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam admit French citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require French citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to France
Chinese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Frequently asked questions
Do French citizens need a visa for China?
No visa is needed by French citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can French citizens stay in China?
French citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for France?
Chinese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Can French citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, French citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.