Do I Need a Visa for Lyon, France from India?
For Indian passport holders · Updated March 2026
Visa Details
As France is part of the Schengen Area, Indian passport holders require a Schengen visa for entry. This visa must be obtained before traveling. Once granted, a Schengen visa allows access to France and other Schengen countries. It's important to note that an airport transit visa is normally required for Indian citizens, with some exceptions.
Already Have Another Visa?
Holding certain visas can make entry to France easier for Indians:
Transit Through France
Transit visa required for Indian passport holders passing through France.
Must stay in the airport transit area.
- •Must stay in international transit area
- •Valid onward ticket
Transit visa exemptions:
Holders of valid visas from: US visa, Canadian visa, Japanese visa, IRL visa, CYP visa, Schengen visa, UK visa
Also exempt with residence permits from Andorra, Monaco, or San Marino, or holders of diplomatic passports
Indians normally require an airport transit visa for France. However, holders of valid US, Canada, Japan, UK, Ireland, Cyprus, or Schengen visas are EXEMPT from this requirement.
Schengen Area Country
France is part of the Schengen Area. A single Schengen visa gives you access to all 27 Schengen countries. Apply through the embassy of the country you'll spend the most time in.
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Quick Summary
- Visa Status
- 📋Visa Required
- Conditional Entry
- Yes — 1 visa offer easier access
- Transit
- Transit visa required
- Zone
- Schengen Area
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Full France Visa Info
This page shows visa requirements for visiting Lyon. For complete France visa details including transit rules and all conditions, see the country page.
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