New Delhi: In a major relief for Indian travellers, France has done away with the requirement of an airport transit visa for Indian nationals passing through its airports. The new policy, now in force, is expected to make international travel smoother and more efficient.
The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that Indian citizens holding valid passports can transit through French airports without obtaining a separate visa, as long as they do not leave the international transit zone and are travelling onward to another country.
The change comes after high-level discussions between Narendra Modi and Emmanuel Macron earlier this year, where both nations agreed to simplify travel procedures and enhance connectivity between their people.
French authorities implemented the decision through an official notification published in the national gazette, ensuring that the revised rules are now part of the country’s visa framework. The French Embassy in New Delhi also indicated that the system has been updated to reflect the new policy.
Travel experts believe the move will particularly benefit passengers using major transit hubs like Paris for long-haul connections, cutting down both processing time and administrative requirements.
The decision highlights the growing cooperation between India and France, with both sides focusing on improving mobility and strengthening their long-standing diplomatic and economic partnership.
