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France

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温带海洋性气候为主，南部地中海气候

France epitomizes elegance and romance with its charming cafés, world-renowned museums, and picturesque countryside. From the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris to lavender fields of Provence and châteaux-dotted Loire Valley, experience timeless beauty, exceptional wine, and sophisticated cuisine.

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Passport	Visa Type	Max Stay	Fee (USD)
Australia Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free
Canada Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free
China Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Required	90 days	$98
Germany Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free
United Kingdom Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	90 days	Free
India Updated 2026-06-01	Visa Required	90 days	$80
Japan Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free
South Korea Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free
United States Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free

Other passports

United Arab Emirates Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	90 days	Free
Brazil Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	90 days	Free
Hong Kong(China) Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free
Mexico Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	90 days	Free
Russia Updated 2026-06-01	Visa Required	90 days	$80
Taiwan(China) Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free
UK Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	90 days	Free

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Events & Festivals

festival February – March

Nice Carnival

One of the world's largest carnivals, held in Nice each February with extravagant parades of giant floats, confetti battles, and flower parades along the Promenade des Anglais. The two-week celebration draws nearly a million visitors with its spectacular artistry and festive atmosphere.

cultural May

Cannes Film Festival

World's most prestigious film festival

holiday July

Bastille Day

France's national holiday on July 14th commemorates the storming of the Bastille in 1789 with a magnificent military parade down the Champs-Élysées, followed by spectacular fireworks over the Eiffel Tower. Festivities spread across the entire country with public dances and celebrations.