Flying from Vietnam to France

Before departure, travelers flying from Vietnam to France must ensure all required documents are fully prepared, including valid air tickets, passports, and forms of identification. In addition to these basics, the following specific entry requirements for France should be noted:

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🛂 Passport Requirements

• The passport must:

  • Have been issued within the last 10 years

  • Be valid for at least 3 months after the planned departure date from France

  • Contain at least 2 blank pages

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🏨 Accommodation Information

Travelers must provide proof of accommodation for the entire stay in France. Acceptable documents include:

• Hotel booking confirmation, or

• A certificate of accommodation from a host in France (certified by French local authorities)

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🛃 Visa Requirements

Short-Stay Visa (Schengen Visa)

• For stays under 90 days (tourism, business, visiting family)

• Apply via the France-Visas Portal

• This visa allows access to France and other Schengen Area countries

Long-Stay Visa

• Required for stays over 90 days

• Must be obtained before entry

Transit Visa

• Required if transiting through France for less than 5 days

• Not required if not exiting the airport transit area, except in certain cases

• Proof of visa for the final destination is required

Visa Exemptions

• Citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland do not need a visa to enter France

For Vietnamese citizens, visit Apply for French Visas in Vietnam for localized visa instructions.

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🧾 Entry Declaration Form

• A declaration form may be distributed during the flight or available at the arrival airport.

• This form includes basic travel and accommodation information.

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💶 Proof of Financial Means

Travelers must show sufficient financial resources based on their type of accommodation:

Customs officials may request to see bank statements, cash, or credit card proof.

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🏥 Health Insurance Requirements

Travelers entering the Schengen Area must have travel insurance that covers:

• Medical expenses and hospitalization

• Minimum coverage of €30,000

• Valid for the entire duration of stay

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🦠 Quarantine & COVID-19 Regulations

• From August 1, 2022, France no longer requires international visitors to declare COVID-19 vaccination or health status.

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💰 Cash Declaration

• Passengers may carry up to USD 10,000 (or equivalent) without declaration

• Any amount above USD 10,000 must be declared to customs upon entry

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🐾 Pet Travel Regulations

Pets entering France from non-EU countries must:

• Be declared at customs

• Undergo documentation and identity checks

• Meet veterinary health and vaccination requirements

Allowed pets include:

• Dogs (including guide dogs), cats, and ferrets

• Reptiles, amphibians, rodents, domestic rabbits

• Aquarium fish and certain birds (excluding poultry like chickens, ducks, geese, etc.)

Visit Traveling with Pets to France for full documentation and transport requirements.

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🍖 Food, Meat & Plant Import Regulations

France enforces strict regulations on importing food, meat, and plant products:

🚫 Prohibited Items:

• All meat, meat products, and dairy products from outside the EU

✅ Permitted Items (with restrictions):

• Seafood, snails, honey, baby formula, and pet food (in limited quantities)

🍎 Fruits & Vegetables:

• Must be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate

• Exceptions (allowed without certificate): bananas, coconuts, durians, dates, and pineapples

🌱 Plants & Seeds:

• Entry regulations differ depending on whether the traveler comes from an EU or non-EU country

For complete guidelines, visit the Restricted and Prohibited Items in France page.

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✈️ Note: Vietnam Airlines regularly updates country entry requirements to help passengers plan safe and seamless travel experiences. However, entry laws may change without notice. Passengers should consult official French government websites or embassies for the most current regulations.