View Alerts and Messages Archive. At least three months beyond date of departure from the Schengen area. The page U. Only the consular sections in Paris and Marseille are authorized to issue passports. The other offices provide limited services to U. When calling from within France, drop the country code and add a zero. Please note that the emergency after-hours telephone number for all U. Ask to speak to the duty officer if you need emergency assistance after business hours.
Learn about the U. Visit the Embassy of France website for the most current visa and entry requirement information. The Government of France does not recognize the page U. Direct transit through France for another destination accepting an emergency passport may be permitted. You should check entry requirements of any other country of destination to make sure the emergency passport is accepted for entry. You may enter the Schengen area, including France, for up to 90 days for tourist and business purposes without a visa.
Immigration officers may also request you show sufficient funds for your intended stay and a return airline ticket. If you are traveling to France or Monaco for reasons other than business or tourism, such as employment including diplomatic or official travel , study, or internship, you must obtain the appropriate French or Monegasque Monaco visa for that purpose before you leave the United States.
You should be aware that it is nearly impossible to obtain or change visa status while in France. All minors under age 18 traveling without a parent or legal guardian and who are residents in France must have the written consent of at least one parent or legal guardian to leave France. The minor must travel with his or her own I. If you are transiting through France to South Africa, there are special requirements for minors. Special Note: Overseas departments and territories of France i.
For other departments and territories, visit the Embassy of France website for the most current visa and entry requirement information for those areas. Traveling Through Europe : If you are planning to visit or travel through European countries, you should be familiar with the requirements of the Schengen Agreement.
