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Embassies and consulates in France

277 foreign missions in 41 cities, and 254 French missions around the world.

Questions

How many foreign embassies are there in France?

We list 159 embassies and high commissions and 118 consulates in France, run by 161 countries.

Which city in France has the most embassies?

Paris, with 115 missions, followed by Marseille (16).

Which cities in France have foreign consulates?

16th arrondissement of Paris, 1st arrondissement of Marseille, 2nd arrondissement of Marseille, 2nd arrondissement of Paris, 3rd arrondissement of Lyon, 6th arrondissement of Lyon, 8th arrondissement of Paris Bagnolet, and 33 more. Consulates handle visas and help citizens outside the capital.

Where is the Embassy of Albania, Paris?

Paris. Website: https://ambasadat.gov.al/france/

How many embassies and consulates does France have abroad?

254 missions in 161 countries, including Uruguay, Ecuador, Djibouti, Italy Luxembourg, and 156 more.

Does France have an embassy in Ivory Coast?

Yes, in Abidjan. Website: https://ci.ambafrance.org

What is the difference between an embassy and a consulate?

An embassy is a country's main office in another country, usually in the capital. A consulate is a smaller office in another city that handles visas, passports and help for citizens.

What is an honorary consulate?

A small office run by a local volunteer. It can help citizens in an emergency but usually cannot issue visas or passports.

How do I contact an embassy in France?

Use the official website listed for each mission (204 of them have one). Many take visa applications only by appointment, so book online first.

Do I need an appointment to visit an embassy?

Usually yes, especially for visa applications. Book through the official website, arrive early, and bring printed documents and your passport.

From Wikidata (CC0). Opening hours and services change: check the mission's website before you visit.

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