Plan · Visa & entry
China visa for France citizens
French passport holders are eligible for 30-day visa-free entry to mainland China. Hong Kong 90 days visa-free, Macau 90 days.
Visa rules verified May 2026. Confirm with your nearest Chinese embassy or consulate before booking flights.
Current status (verified May 2026)
French ordinary passport holders are eligible for the 30-day visa-free entry to mainland China for tourism, business, family visit or transit. France was among the first countries on the 30-day visa-free list (effective 2023) — among the longest-running of the visa-free arrangements.
Documents at the border
- Passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay.
- Onward ticket.
- Hotel booking or address of stay.
Hong Kong and Macau
French passport-holders are visa-free for Hong Kong (90 days) and Macau (90 days).
Embassy
Embassy of the PRC in Paris; consulates in Marseille, Strasbourg, Lyon. Visa applications via CVASC offices.
Embassy: Embassy in Paris; consulates in Marseille, Strasbourg, Lyon
Verified May 2026