France visa for Bruneian citizens

For Bruneian citizens, exploring the cultural treasures and diverse landscapes of France is remarkably straightforward, as visa-free entry is granted for stays up to 90 days. While the journey from Bandar Seri Begawan to Paris Charles de Gaulle often involves a single layover in major transit hubs like Dubai or Singapore, travelers should prepare for a substantial seven-hour time difference upon arrival. Embracing French culture, from the *châteaux* of the Loire Valley to the *boulangeries* of Paris, means exchanging Brunei Dollars for Euros, offering a distinct European experience far removed from the equatorial climate of home. This generous visa-free arrangement, eliminating the need for a Schengen visa for short visits, allows ample time to discover everything from the French Riviera’s sun-drenched coastlines to the majestic peaks of the Alps.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months
Blank pages
2+
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required
Biometrics
Required

Visa options

TouristShort-stay Schengen visa (Uniform Schengen visa, type C – tourism)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
BusinessShort-stay Schengen visa (Uniform Schengen visa, type C – business)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
FamilyShort-stay Schengen visa (Uniform Schengen visa, type C – family/private visit)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
StudentShort-stay Schengen visa (Uniform Schengen visa, type C – short course/internship ≤3 months)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
TransitAirport transit visa (type A – transit through international zone)
1d
Apply
OtherLong-stay visa (Visa de long séjour valant titre de séjour – VLS‑TS, general category)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentLong-stay visa (VLS‑TS “Student”)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa (VLS‑TS “Employee” – salaried work)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa (VLS‑TS “Researcher”)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
RetirementLong-stay “Visitor” visa (VLS‑TS Visiteur)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherLong-stay visa (Visa de long séjour temporaire – VLS‑T)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherLong-stay visa (VLS – to apply for residence permit after arrival, “VLS non‑TS”)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkTalent – European Union Blue Card (long-stay visa / residence permit)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkTalent – European Union Blue Card (multi‑year residence permit following VLS‑TS)
1460dmultiple-entryvalid 4y
Apply
WorkTalent Passport – long‑stay visa for international talent (other than EU Blue Card)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
FamilyLong-stay visa for family reunification (VLS‑TS “Family” / family reunification)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
FamilyLong-stay visa for spouse of French national (VLS‑TS – “Spouse of French citizen”)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
FamilyLong-stay visa for minor children joining family (VLS – “Minor child”)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for au pair
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for trainees (professional training >3 months)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherLong-stay visa “Visitor” (non‑VLS‑TS temporary visitor, no work)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
InvestorLong-stay visa for “Passeport Talent – Business investor”
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for “Passeport Talent – Company director”
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for “Passeport Talent – Innovative project founder”
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for “Passeport Talent – Researcher”
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for “Passeport Talent – Artist/Performer”
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for “Passeport Talent – Highly qualified employee (outside EU Blue Card thresholds)”
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLong-stay visa for “Passeport Talent – Employee on assignment”
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
Working HolidayLong-stay visa for Working Holiday (France bilateral working holiday schemes)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
HumanitarianHumanitarian long-stay visa
Apply
MedicalLong-stay visa for medical treatment (under “Visitor” or specific medical visa)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
MedicalShort-stay visa for medical treatment (Schengen, type C – medical reasons)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
OtherShort-stay national visa for overseas territories (French overseas collectivities)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
OtherLong-stay visa for overseas territories (French overseas collectivities)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

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