Your complete student travel guide β airports, visas, cities, climate & programs
ποΈ Capital
Paris
π Region
Europe Β· Western Europe
π₯ Population
66,351,959
π Area
543,908 kmΒ²
π Calling Code
+33
π Timezone(s)
UTC-10:00, UTC-09:30, UTC-09:00
Official Language(s)
Currency
β¬ euro (EUR)
Temperate oceanic climate in the north and west; Mediterranean in the south. Paris has mild summers and cool winters. Southern summers are hot and dry.
Plug type(s) used in France:
Tipping is welcome but not obligatory. Round up or leave a small amount.
Cards are widely accepted. Cash is useful for smaller vendors and markets.
France is safe for students. Be vigilant in tourist hotspots and on the Paris metro for pickpockets. Follow safety advisories around demonstrations.
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U.S. Department of State
β οΈ Travel Advisory π Visa InformationOpens on travel.state.gov
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