ETIAS · FranceDo I need an ETIAS for France?
France is the most-visited country in the Schengen Area, and from late 2026 most visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorisation before they arrive. It is not a visa — it is a quick online pre-screening linked to your passport for short stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Key facts
Validity
Up to 3 years or until your passport expires
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Coverage
Multiple entries across the Schengen Area
Price
€35 all-inclusive (€20 official + €15 service)
How it works
Tell us about your trip
Confirm your nationality, destination, dates, and purpose using the checker above.
We prepare your application
Our team completes the official ETIAS form accurately, with your own email on file as required.
We submit at launch
The moment the official ETIAS system opens, we submit on your behalf and track the outcome.
You receive your authorisation
Approval is linked electronically to your passport — usually within minutes of submission, occasionally longer if extra checks apply.
Main entry points
- Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
- Paris Orly (ORY)
- Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE)
- Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS)
Peak season
June to September and the December holidays — apply well ahead of these windows.
Popular with visitors
Paris · Nice · Lyon · Marseille · Bordeaux
Good to know
If France is your first point of entry into the Schengen Area, your ETIAS must be valid before you board. If you actually need a French visa (for work, study, or stays over 90 days), HelpMyVisa can prepare that application instead.
Frequently asked questions
Is ETIAS a French visa?
No. ETIAS is a travel authorisation for visa-exempt nationals making short visits. If your nationality requires a Schengen visa for France, ETIAS does not apply to you.
How long is ETIAS valid for trips to France?
Up to three years, or until your passport expires — whichever comes first — for multiple short stays across France and the wider Schengen Area.
Do I need ETIAS if I'm only transiting through a French airport?
If you pass through Schengen border control in France, yes. We'll confirm your exact situation before submitting.
How much does it cost with HelpMyVisa?
€35 all-inclusive: the €20 official ETIAS fee plus our €15 service fee. Full refund any time before we submit.