Christmas IslandFrance: Visa-free
Christmas Island
France
Do Australia passport holders need a visa for France?
Visa-free
No. Australia passport holders do not need a visa to visit France for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.
No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.
Christmas Island does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Australia passport. See the Australia passport.
Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).
Travelling the other way? France passport holders visiting Christmas Island: eTA.
France drives on the right, the opposite side to Christmas Island. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Australia passport holders need a visa for France?
No. Australia passport holders do not need a visa to visit France for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.
How long can Australia citizens stay in France without a visa?
Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.
What currency is used in France?
Euro (EUR).
What is the emergency number in France?
112 / 114 / 15 / 17 / 18.
Does France drive on the same side of the road as Christmas Island?
France drives on the right, the opposite side to Christmas Island. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
What time zone is France in?
Paris (UTC+2).
What is the nearest airport to Paris?
Paris-Orly Airport (ORY), about 14 km away.
How many countries can enter France without a visa?
126 of the 230 nationalities this site tracks can enter France visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.