Lithuania→France
Lithuania to France
Do I need a visa for France?
No — a Lithuanian tourist does not need a visa or travel authorisation to enter France; you board with your travel document only. This entry permits a stay of up to 90 days and does not allow paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
You may enter France on an ordinary Lithuanian passport or on a Lithuanian national identity card. A driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Are vaccinations required for France?
No vaccinations are required to enter France for this route.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
One entry permits a stay of up to 90 days. This permission is for short tourist visits only and does not permit paid work or study.
Can children travel on this route?
Travellers under 18 must carry a letter of parental consent and a copy of a parent's passport in line with French rules on minors travelling without parents, and the child must hold a valid travel document.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance covering health, personal belongings and documents is recommended for your trip to France, but it is not a condition of entry for Lithuanian tourists.
Frequently asked questions
Can I travel on my Lithuanian ID card or driving licence?
A Lithuanian national identity card is accepted for entry to France; a passport is also accepted. A driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route.
How long must my passport be valid?
The passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry to France. The source states the passport must be valid for the whole planned stay; treat the six-month rule as measured from the date you enter.
Will I have to prove I have enough money for my trip?
You will not be asked to show proof of funds on this route; official guidance for Lithuanian travellers states no proof of funds is required.
Are any vaccinations required or recommended?
No vaccinations are required for entry to France on this route, and none are recommended by the verified facts for this trip.
Do I have to buy travel insurance before I go?
Travel insurance is recommended for health, personal possessions and documents, but it is not a condition of entry to France for Lithuanian tourists.
What documents does my child need to travel alone or without both parents?
Travellers under 18 must carry a letter of parental consent and a copy of a parent's passport when leaving for France unaccompanied; also carry the child's own valid travel document.
Do I need to fill in an arrival card or register after I arrive?
No arrival registration or entry card is required for Lithuanian tourists arriving in France.
Where can I get consular help in France if something goes wrong?
If you need consular help while in France you can contact the Lithuanian embassy in Paris or one of the listed honorary consuls; these are for consular assistance, not for applying for travel permission.
What happens if my passport is damaged or nearly full?
If your passport is damaged or missing pages, French border officers may refuse boarding or entry; travel on a valid passport or an accepted national identity card to avoid problems.
Do I apply for anything before I travel?
If you plan to stay up to 90 days you do not apply for any permission in advance; you travel with your passport or national ID and you do not receive a visa or ETA on arrival.
Can I use a temporary passport to enter France?
A temporary passport is not accepted for entry on this route, so do not attempt to use one instead of your ordinary passport or national ID card.
What will officials check at the airport or border?
You may be asked at check-in or by border officers for your travel document and, if under 18, the parental consent letter and a parent’s passport copy. Officials do not require proof of funds or travel insurance on entry for Lithuanian tourists.
Can I transit through France on my way elsewhere without special documents?
Transit rules are not specified in the provided sources for this route. Check the carrier and airport transit rules if you have an onward flight through a third country.
Where do I get the visa?
There is no application to make for entry permission: you travel with your passport or national identity card and you do not receive a visa or ETA. For consular assistance while in France you can contact the Lithuanian embassy in Paris or the named honorary consuls; those contacts provide consular help, not an application route.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 31, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 6 months beyond your trip.
- 2Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent and Copy of Parent's Passport
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: France — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
Open the guide
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