France Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide

Q: Do Singapore citizens need a visa for France?

No visa is needed — Singaporeans can enter France visa-free for up to 90 days.

Q: Do Indian passport holders need a visa for France?

Yes — Indians need a visa for France, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for France?

No visa is needed — Malaysians can enter France visa-free for up to 90 days.

Q: Do Filipino citizens need a visa for France?

Yes — Filipinos need a visa for France, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: Do Chinese citizens need a visa for France?

Yes — Chinese nationals need a visa for France, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: How much does a France visa cost?

The official government fee for the Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) is 80 EUR adult; 40 EUR child 6-12; under 6 free. HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$65 per applicant (usually S$100).

Q: How long does a France visa take to process?

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C): Decision usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days in some cases. Apply up to 6 months before travel (min 15 days).. Apply well before your travel date; we track your application until the outcome.

Q: What documents are required for a France visa?

Typically: Completed Schengen application form; Valid passport (issued within 10 yrs, 3+ months validity beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Two recent biometric photos; Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000; Round-trip flight reservation; Proof of accommodation. Exact requirements depend on your nationality — we send a personalised checklist.

Q: Do Singapore passport holders need a visa for France?

No. Singaporeans travel visa-free in the Schengen area for up to 90 days in any 180. Once ETIAS launches (expected 2027) they will need an ETIAS authorisation.

Q: How much is the Schengen visa for France?

EUR 80 for adults, EUR 40 for children 6-12, and free for children under 6, plus the VFS service fee and insurance.

Tourist Visa

France

Assistance Fee

S$ 65 .00

S$100 35% OFF

+ Government fee (paid to authorities)

Free (exempt) · Schengen short-stay: 80 EUR adult

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France Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending) at a glance

Government visa fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)
HolidaySG service fee: S$65.00
Processing time: On arrival (EES biometric registration at border)
Maximum stay: 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen states
Visa required?: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs, under-18/over-70 free) is NOT yet operational as of mid-2026 — expected Q4 2026 after EES bedding-in.
Arrival card: None — Entry/Exit System (EES) biometric registration

Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014). Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from our service fee.

Do you need a visa to France?

Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. can generally enter France without a visa. Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs, under-18/over-70 free) is NOT yet operational as of mid-2026 — expected Q4 2026 after EES bedding-in.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. do not require a visa for France for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (France-Visas (Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs)) · Last verified 16 Aug 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

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Official France visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Visa on arrival: No Online application: No

Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending)

Official fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)

Validity: Per entry
Max stay: 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen states
Processing time: On arrival (EES biometric registration at border)
Where to apply: No application yet; ETIAS at etias.europa.eu when live

Who needs it: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs, under-18/over-70 free) is NOT yet operational as of mid-2026 — expected Q4 2026 after EES bedding-in.

Visa-free: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Passport valid ≥3 months beyond departure, issued <10 yrs
Return ticket
Accommodation proof
Sufficient funds
Travel insurance recommended

Arrival card: None — Entry/Exit System (EES) biometric registration

90/180 rule counts all Schengen countries together.

Source: France-Visas (Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs) · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Official fee: 80 EUR adult; 40 EUR child 6-12; under 6 free

Validity: Single or multiple entry; total stay max 90 days per 180-day period
Max stay: 90 days
Time to verify: At VFS appointment (biometrics)
Time to approval: Decision usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days in some cases. Apply up to 6 months before travel (min 15 days).
Processing time: Decision usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days in some cases. Apply up to 6 months before travel (min 15 days).
Where to apply: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/web/france-visas

Who needs it: Visa-required nationals including Indian passport holders where France is the main destination or first point of entry, for tourism, family visit or business up to 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Completed Schengen application form
Valid passport (issued within 10 yrs, 3+ months validity beyond stay, 2 blank pages)
Two recent biometric photos
Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000
Round-trip flight reservation
Proof of accommodation
Proof of funds (bank statements)
Employment/business proof
Cover letter and itinerary

Arrival card: None — EES biometric registration

Extra charges: VFS Global service fee; mandatory travel insurance (min EUR 30,000 cover); optional premium lounge/courier

Apply to the country of main destination / first entry.

Source: France-Visas · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

HolidaySG assistance fee: S$65 ~~S$100~~ per applicant — official government fees above are separate. Apply now

Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs, under-18/over-70 free) is NOT yet operational as of mid-2026 — expected Q4 2026 after EES bedding-in.

France visa requirements by nationality

Top 29 passports

Passport	Requirement	Max stay	Need help?
🇸🇬Singapore	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇲🇾Malaysia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇮🇳India	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇮🇩Indonesia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇵🇭Philippines	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇨🇳China	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇻🇳Vietnam	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇹🇭Thailand	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇯🇵Japan	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇰🇷South Korea	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇦🇺Australia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇬🇧United Kingdom	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇺🇸United States	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇨🇦Canada	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇩🇪Germany	Visa-free	—	No visa needed
🇦🇪UAE	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇵🇰Pakistan	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇧🇩Bangladesh	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇱🇰Sri Lanka	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇭🇰Hong Kong	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇹🇼Taiwan	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇳🇿New Zealand	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇧🇷Brazil	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇷🇺Russia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇿🇦South Africa	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇳🇬Nigeria	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇪🇬Egypt	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇲🇲Myanmar	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65

General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.

France visa — frequently asked questions