France Visa RequirementsFor Papua New Guinea passport holders
Papua New Guinea citizens must apply for a Schengen visa to visit France. The short-stay visa allows up to 90 days within the Schengen Area and costs approximately EUR 80 (around USD 87). Applications are made at the French Embassy or authorized visa center.
Papua New Guinea passport holders require a visa to enter France.
Apply at the French Embassy or the TLSContact visa center. Required documents include a completed application form, valid passport, passport photos, travel insurance, bank statements, accommodation and flight details. Allow 15 calendar days for processing.
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
Papua New Guinea to France: What You Need to Know
France is a founding Schengen member and PNG passport holders require a standard Schengen visa. France is the world's most visited country and home to Paris, the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the French Riviera.
How to Get There
A French Schengen visa grants access to all 27 Schengen member states. France also has overseas territories with varying entry rules that do not fall under Schengen. EU dual citizens may use EU documents.
Money & Banking
France uses the euro. Cards are widely accepted. Small amounts of cash are useful for bakeries and markets. Tipping is not mandatory but small tips are appreciated. ATMs are available everywhere.
Practical Tips
Paris accommodation must be booked early especially in summer. Apply through the consulate of your longest stay if visiting multiple Schengen countries. Travel insurance with at least 30,000 euros coverage is mandatory.