France Visa for British Citizens
Yes — British passport holders can enter France visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period per EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex II (post-Brexit). UK citizens (British citizens) travel visa-free; certain other categories of British nationals are listed in Annex II Part 3 (British Nationals Overseas, British Overseas Territories Citizens, British Overseas Citizens, British Protected Persons, British Subjects).
eur-lex.europa.eu ↗Entering France on a British passport
- → Travel with just your valid British passport. No visa or prior application needed.
- → See the exact document checklist for British applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
France visa for United Kingdom citizens — FAQ
Do British citizens need a visa for France?
Yes — British passport holders can enter France visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
How long can British citizens stay in France?
British passport holders can stay in France for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do British citizens need for France?
A valid passport plus the France document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
Related visa requirements
For British citizens