Middle East

United Arab Emirates

No visa required in advance; entry stamp allowing up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

✓ Reviewed by TripminuteFrench passport · tourism · short stayInformation reviewed on August 9, 2026

The 30-second summary

DocumentPassport in good condition, valid for at least 6 months on entry, with a complete date of birth.

EntryShort stay visa-free

No visa required in advance; entry stamp allowing up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

DurationUp to 90 days, in one or more visits, in any 180-day period.

Key warningFrench emergency passports are not recognised and some common medicines are strictly regulated.

Before you book

This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.

Document

Passport in good condition, valid for at least 6 months on entry, with a complete date of birth.

Entry

No visa required in advance; entry stamp allowing up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

Duration

Up to 90 days, in one or more visits, in any 180-day period.

Vaccines and health

Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.

Keep routine vaccinations up to date; hepatitis A and food precautions often need discussion depending on the trip.

Check French routine boosters and hepatitis A according to context.
Check medicine import rules, which can be very strict.
Plan insurance, hydration, sun protection and food precautions.

Driving locally

An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.

Carry the French licence together with an international driving permit and check which convention the country recognises.

Service-Public · international permit ↗

Documents to prepare

Required identity document and a separate copy
Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
Return ticket and first accommodation address
Medical insurance and assistance number
Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
French licence and any required supporting permit

What can change the answer

Dual nationality or residence permitTransit through border controlMinor travelling alone or with one parentWork, internship, volunteering or a longer stayEmergency, damaged or nearly expired passportControlled medication or specialist equipment

Frequently asked questions

Is a visa or authorisation required?

No visa required in advance; entry stamp allowing up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

Which vaccines should I consider?

Keep routine vaccinations up to date; hepatitis A and food precautions often need discussion depending on the trip.

Is a French driving licence sufficient?

Carry the French licence together with an international driving permit and check which convention the country recognises.

When should this information be checked again?

Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.