Do German citizens need a visa for France?
The official link goes to europa.eu. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
France entry rules for German citizens.
| Verdict | Free movement |
|---|---|
| Document | National ID card or passport |
| Stay | Unlimited (register residence after 3 months) |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a German passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: France entry requirements.
The details for a German passport.
EU citizen: right of free movement. Valid national ID card or passport is enough. No EES registration. For stays over 3 months, register residence under national rules.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the date you arrive and must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area. Lost/stolen-reported passports are refused. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can use a valid national ID card instead.
Recent changes in France.
- 2025-10-12 — EU Entry/Exit System (EES) began a phased roll-out at Schengen external borders.
- 2025-11-18 — Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1411 on the ETIAS fee entered into force (fee raised from EUR 7 to EUR 20, applicable once ETIAS launches).
- 2025-12-30 — Revised EU visa suspension mechanism (Regulation (EU) 2025/2441) applies, making it easier to suspend visa-free travel for a country; no suspension affects any of our 33 passports as of 10 Oct 2026.
The short answers.
Do German citizens need a visa for France?
No. German citizens can enter and stay in France under free-movement rules.
How long can German citizens stay in France?
Unlimited (register residence after 3 months). Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do German citizens apply?
On the official site, europa.eu. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue France visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.