French Embassy In Abuja

🇫🇷 French Embassy in Abuja – Full Guide to Visas, Contact, Study & Services

The French Embassy in Abuja serves as the primary diplomatic mission of France in Nigeria, offering consular services, visa processing, and facilitating diplomatic, cultural, and educational relations between both nations. Situated in the Central Business District, it is the official hub for Nigerian citizens seeking to visit, study, or move to France.

📍 Embassy Overview

The Ambassade de France in Abuja represents France in Nigeria and plays a vital role in:

Issuing visas and consular documents
Assisting French citizens in Nigeria
Facilitating cultural exchange via the Institut Français
Promoting French education, research, and language
Strengthening diplomatic, economic, and security ties

The embassy regularly organizes events, exhibitions, and language programs through its cultural arm – the Institut Français du Nigeria in Wuse 2.

📝 How to Apply for a French Visa in Abuja

France uses the FRANCE-VISAS portal to streamline the visa application process. Nigerians must go through four steps:

Check Visa Eligibility
👉 Do you need a visa?
Fill Application Online
👉 Submit Your Visa Application
Book Appointment & Submit via TLSContact Abuja
👉 Visa Center Details
Track Visa Application Status
👉 Track Your Visa

Note: Apply at least 1 month in advance for short-stay visas and 2 months for long-stay or study visas.

📌 Visa Application Center in Abuja

TLSContact Abuja – France Visa Center
📍 Murkhtar El-Yakub Square, Zakariya Maimalari Street, Central Business District, Abuja

🕒 Application Submission (By appointment only):
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🕒 Passport Collection (No appointment needed):
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🔗 Visit Website

🛑 Security note: Electronics, sharp objects, and sealed packages are not allowed in the center.

🎓 Study in France – Campus France Nigeria

France hosts over 370,000 international students. Nigerian applicants can apply for English-taught or bilingual programs via Campus France.

📍 Campus France Abuja
Institut Français du Nigeria, 52 Libreville Street, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja

🌐 Campus France Nigeria
🔗 Search Programs in English

🏛️ Address & Contact Information

Embassy of France in Abuja, Nigeria
📍 European Union Crescent, Off Constitution Avenue, Central Business District, Kunkwaba 900103, Abuja

📞 +234 (9) 523 55 10, 523 55 06
📠 +234 (9) 523 54 82, 523 52 84 (consular section)
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 Official Website

🎭 French Cultural Center – Institut Français Nigeria

Institut Français du Nigeria, Abuja
📍 52, Libreville Street, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse 2
📧 [email protected]
📞 0805 947 8456
🌐 Visit Website
📘 Facebook – Institut Français Nigeria

🇫🇷 Ambassador

Marc Fonbaustier
Born: June 30, 1964
Position: French Ambassador to Nigeria
Background: Senior French State Administrator

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Where is the France Embassy located in Abuja?
A: It is located at European Union Crescent, Off Constitution Avenue, Central Business District, Kunkwaba 900103, Abuja.

Q: Can I apply for a French visa online?
A: Yes. Use france-visas.gouv.fr to complete and track your application.

Q: How early should I apply for a French visa?
A: 1 month in advance for short-stay, 2 months for long-stay visas. You can apply up to 6 months before your trip.

Q: Where do I submit my visa application in Abuja?
A: At TLSContact Center – Murkhtar El-Yakub Square, Central Business District.

Q: Does the French Embassy host cultural events?
A: Yes. Through the Institut Français, it hosts exhibitions, French classes, movie nights, and more.

Q: How do I study in France from Nigeria?
A: Apply via Campus France Nigeria for undergraduate or postgraduate programs.