Entry rules and official application

Rules checked on 23 October 2026

Passport and purpose covered
Ordinary French passport · tourism
Entry route
eVisitor (subclass 651), if eligible
Maximum short stay
3 months
Official fee for the stated product
AUD 0

The stay shown is a maximum under the stated route. A shorter stay may be granted.

Other passports and travel purposes

This section covers the sources and rules stated below; it does not certify every personal circumstance.
Passport and purpose coveredEntry routeMaximum short stayCheck the official visa service
ArgentinaVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
BrazilVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
CanadaPrior electronic travel authorisation required3 monthsCheck the official visa service
ChinaVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
FranceeVisitor (subclass 651), if eligible3 monthsCheck the official visa service
GermanyeVisitor (subclass 651), if eligible3 monthsCheck the official visa service
IndiaVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
IndonesiaVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
JapanPrior electronic travel authorisation required3 monthsCheck the official visa service
South KoreaPrior electronic travel authorisation required3 monthsCheck the official visa service
MexicoVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
NigeriaVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
PhilippinesVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
RussiaVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
SingaporePrior electronic travel authorisation required3 monthsCheck the official visa service
South AfricaVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
TürkiyeVisa or authorised online application requiredAs granted by the border authorityCheck the official visa service
United KingdomPrior electronic travel authorisation required3 monthsCheck the official visa service
United StatesPrior electronic travel authorisation required3 monthsCheck the official visa service

Check your own nationality, passport type, residence, route and travel dates with the official authority. The French-passport summary is not an eligibility decision for another nationality.

Prepare your documents

Use the official checklist for passport validity, permitted entry points, accommodation, funds, onward travel and insurance where required. Requirements for minors, emergency passports and dual nationals can differ.

Visa validity and authorised stay

The validity of a visa or travel authorisation is the period in which it can be used. The length of each visit and the number of entries are separate conditions. Follow the admission record issued at the border.

Application, payment and decision

Choose the category matching the actual purpose of travel. Apply through the government portal or its appointed provider, check the fee before paying, and allow for requests for additional documents. Approval and entry are decided by the competent authorities.

Work, study and residence

A tourist exemption or visitor visa does not automatically authorise employment, long-term study or residence. Check the appropriate permission before starting these activities.

Extension and change of status

Apply to the competent authority before your current permission expires. An extension, change of status or re-entry is subject to its own conditions; submitting a request does not by itself establish a right to remain.