Schengen 90/180 Rule: Visiting 🇫🇷 France
Use the free calculator below to check whether you can still legally visit France under the EU's rolling 90/180 day Schengen rule.
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The 90/180 Rule and France
France is the most visited Schengen country. Days in Paris, Lyon, or any French territory count toward your 90-day limit.
The Schengen Area treats all 27 member countries as a single zone. Whether you enter at Paris airport or travel overland from a neighbouring country, every day counts toward the same rolling 90-day limit.
Maximum stay in any 180-day rolling window across all Schengen countries including France.
The 180 days are always counted backwards from today, not from your entry date or the start of the year.
Both the day you enter and the day you exit France each count as a full Schengen day.
Frequently Asked Questions — France
Does visiting France use up my Schengen days?
Yes. France is a full Schengen member. Every day you spend in France counts toward your shared 90-day limit across all Schengen countries.
Can I enter France if I have only 10 Schengen days left?
Yes, but you can only stay for 10 days across the entire Schengen Area before you must leave. Use the calculator above to check your exact remaining days.
Do I need a visa to visit France?
It depends on your passport. Citizens of many countries (US, UK, Australia, Canada) can visit France visa-free for 90 days. Citizens of India, China, and many others require a Schengen visa. Check your country's requirements at the official embassy website.