France lifts airport transit visa requirements for Indian nationals

France has lifted the airport transit visa requirements for Indian nationals, the French government announced. The change takes effect immediately, allowing Indian travelers to transit through French airports without needing a visa for international connections.

The decision applies to Indian passport holders who are transiting through a French airport to a third country, provided they do not leave the international transit zone. Previously, Indian nationals were required to obtain an airport transit visa for such connections.

The move is part of France's efforts to strengthen ties with India and facilitate travel between the two countries. It aligns with similar measures taken by other European nations to ease transit procedures for Indian travelers.

Indian nationals traveling to France for tourism, business, or other purposes will still need to obtain a Schengen visa. The exemption only covers airport transit situations where passengers remain in the international area.