France Visa RequirementsFor Colombia passport holders
Colombian passport holders can visit France visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU-Colombia visa waiver. Paris remains one of the world's top tourist destinations and a popular choice for Colombian travelers.
Great news! Colombia passport holders can enter France without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required for mainland France. Fly or travel with a valid Colombian passport and be prepared to show proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds at border control.
France is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Colombia to France: What You Need to Know
France is a core Schengen Area member and one of the world's most visited countries. Colombian citizens benefit from the EU-Colombia visa waiver, allowing stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, business visits, and family stays.
The 90-day allowance is shared across all 26 Schengen countries. Time spent in Spain, Italy, or other Schengen countries during the same 180-day window counts against this limit. Paris's Charles de Gaulle airport is one of the most common entry points to Europe from Colombia.
Note that France's overseas territories such as French Guiana, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Reunion, and Mayotte are part of the EU but have different entry rules in some cases. For mainland France and French overseas departments within the EU, the Schengen rules apply. ETIAS authorization will be required once the system launches in 2026.
Practical Tips
Paris is a major transit hub: if you are only transiting through CDG airport without passing through border control, no entry requirements apply. Book popular attractions like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre online well in advance to skip long queues. Monitor your Schengen days if combining France with other European countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Colombians need a visa to visit France?
No. Colombian passport holders can visit France visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU-Colombia visa waiver.
Does the Schengen visa waiver cover French overseas territories?
The Schengen rules apply to mainland France and most French overseas departments (like Martinique and Guadeloupe). However, territories like French Polynesia and New Caledonia have separate entry requirements.
How many days can a Colombian spend in France?
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period, but this count is shared across all Schengen countries. Days spent in other Schengen countries during the same period reduce your available days in France.
Will ETIAS be required for Colombian travelers to France?
Yes, once ETIAS launches (expected 2026). It will require a short online application and cost around 7 EUR, valid for 3 years.