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France travel advice
Explore our complete guide to France with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for France.
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France travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to France with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| France - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 1.5 to 2.5 hours |
| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | French |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + E plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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France weather
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  6 |
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| Days with some rainfall |  17 |
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The France weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Paris.
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France travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting France from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for France - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for France - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for France - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for France - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for France - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for France - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around France.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
France travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to France with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for France - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for France - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in France - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in France, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
France travel features
Do you want to learn more about France? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in France.
France FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to France including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to France?
France is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for France.
Check out Ministry of Solidarity & Health, France for more information.
What is the flight time to France from the UK?
The flight time to France from the UK is typically 1.5 to 2.5 hours.
Flights to France
What is the time difference between France and the UK?
The time difference between France and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in France?
The main language spoken in France is French.
Learn a language for France with Rosetta Stone*, Busuu* and Babbel*.
What is the currency in France?
The currency in France is the Euro (EUR).
Send money to France with TransferGo*, Wise.com* and XE Money Transfers*.
Which plugs are used in France?
France uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in France?
They drive on the right side of the road in France.
Find out more about driving in France with International Drivers Association*, RAC* and Halfords*.
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