France Visa RequirementsFor Palestine passport holders
Palestinian Authority (PA) passport holders must apply for a Schengen visa to enter France. Applications are submitted at the French Embassy or consulate.
Palestine passport holders require a visa to enter France.
Apply at the French Embassy or consulate in the nearest regional capital (Amman, Beirut, or Cairo). Documents: valid Palestinian Authority passport (3 months validity beyond stay), completed Schengen application form, 2 passport photos, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), flight reservation, accommodation booking, bank statements, and employment proof. Fee: EUR 80.
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
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Palestine to France: What You Need to Know
France recognized Palestine as a state in 2024 following other European nations. France is a permanent UN Security Council member and has been actively involved in Middle East peace diplomacy. Despite recognizing Palestine as a state, French Schengen visa requirements for Palestinian Authority passport holders remain in place under standard EU procedures.
How to Get There
A French Schengen visa allows travel throughout the Schengen Area.
Money & Banking
France uses the Euro (EUR). Credit cards are widely accepted. ATMs available throughout France.
Practical Tips
France's political recognition of Palestine as a state in 2024 may create a sympathetic application environment. Document your travel purpose clearly. France has a significant Palestinian academic and cultural community. Paris is a major hub with connections to the Middle East.