Traveling Info

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS All non-French nationals need a valid passport to enter France (check its expiration date). The French government no longer requires visas for U.S. citizens, provided they’re staying less than 90 days. For longer stays, they must apply for a long-term visa, residence card, or temporary-stay visa. Each requires proof of income or a viable means of support in France and a legitimate purpose for remaining in the country. Where to find the applications Consulate Section of the French Embassy 4101 Reservoir Rd., NW, Washington, DC 20007 Ph: 202/944-6000 Visa Section of the French Consulate, 934 Fifth Ave., New York, NY 10021 Ph: 212/606-3680 Visas are required for students planning to study in France even if the stay is less than 90 days. Citizens of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland, Japan, and European Union countries do not need visas. If your passport is lost or stolen, go to your consulate as soon as possible for a replacement. For information on how to get...

The main headquarters 25-27 rue des Pyramides, 1er (Métro: Palais Royal/Musée du Louvre). Open Apr to Oct daily 9am to 8pm; off season daily 11am to 6pm. Branch offices Opéra-Grands Magasins, 11 rue Scribe, 9e (Métro: Opéra) Open Mon to Sat 9am to 6:30pm Gare de Lyon, 20 bd. Diderot, 12e (Métro: Gare de Lyon) Open Monday to Saturday 8am to 6pm Gare du Nord, 10e 2 (Métro: Gare du Nord) Open daily 12:30 to 8pm Montmartre Tourist Office, 18 rue de Dunkerque, 10e (Métro: Abbesses), daily 10am to 7pm. For information over the phone, call & 08-92-68-30-00, which costs .35€ (40¢) per minute. The website can be accessed at www.paris-touristoffice.com The branches will make hotel reservations. The service charge is free for hostels; 2€ ($2.30) for one-star hotels; 4€ ($4.60) for two-star hotels; and 6€ ($6.90) for three-star hotels. Stars refer to government ratings, rather than those used in this guide. Offices are very busy in summer, so you’ll have to wait in line.