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Consulate General of France in Cape Town, South Africa

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Consulate General of France in Cape Town, South Africa, located at 78 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular jurisdiction, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    78 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens
    Cape Town 8001
    South Africa

  • Telephone

    +27 21 490 0940

  • Emergency Phone

    +27 834 604 360

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – ⛱️ Youth Day is on Tuesday (in 6 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Cape Town: 11:23 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

  • Consular Jurisdiction

    The Prince Edward Islands and the British territory of Saint Helena (Saint Helena Island, Tristan da Cunha Archipelago, and Ascension Island).

Location Map

Located at 78 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, the consulate is near key landmarks like District Six Museum and Bo-Kaap. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of France in Cape Town, South Africa

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Youth Day: June 16 Flag of South Africa
  • Bastille Day: July 14 Flag of France
  • National Women’s Day: August 9 to August 10 Flag of South Africa
  • Heritage Day: September 24 Flag of South Africa

Visa Requirements

If you hold a South African passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter France.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to France without a visa. The most common types of France visas are the following.

  • Short stay visas
    • Airport transit visa
    • Business visa
    • Tourist visa
    • Visitor visa
    • Study visa
  • Long stay visas
    • Family visa
    • Work visa
    • Study visa
    • Working holiday visa

Head of Mission

Sophie Bel, Consul General

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in South Africa

Besides Consulate General of France in Cape Town, South Africa, France also has 5 representations in the following cities of South Africa:


View All Diplomatic Missions of France in South Africa

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of France in neighboring countries or regions of South Africa.

See also

South Africa in France

South Africa has 3 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
    (17.69 km away)
    Cape Town
    Get Directions

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This page was last edited on 28 December 2025 at 06:47 AM (EST).

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