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Do Thai citizens need a visa for France?
Visa required
Yes.
Thai citizens must apply for a visa at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre before travelling to France. Start 4 to 8 weeks ahead and check whether you need an appointment.
🇪🇺 A Schengen visa from France lets you visit all 29 Schengen countries. Plan your 90/180 days →
Before you go
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay, with blank pages
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation and sufficient funds
- Visa application, photos, bank statements and travel insurance
- Check vaccination and health entry rules
Last checked 2026-09-24. Rules can change without notice; confirm with the France embassy or official immigration website.
Check another destination
Other visa-free trips for Thailand passport holders
🇻🇨 St. Vincent & Grenadines🇩🇴 Dominican Republic🇿🇦 South Africa🇰🇭 Cambodia🇲🇴 Macau🇲🇾 Malaysia🇨🇳 China🇷🇺 Russia🇯🇵 Japan🇧🇳 Brunei🇬🇪 Georgia🇲🇲 Myanmar
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