Republic of France (France)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Europe.

Its center lies at a latitude of 46 and longitude of 2.

Republic of France also goes by the names, An Fhrainc, An Fhraing, Bro-C'hall, Falanise, Falanisē, Falansia, Farani, Faransiis, Faransiiska, Faronsa, Farāni, Ffrainc, Frakkland, Frakland, Franc, Franc uls, Franca, France, Francejo, Franchiya, Franci, Francia, Fra

The prodominant languages spoken are br (Breton) co (Corsican) de-FR (German) fr-FR (French) oc (Occitan) and its currency is the Euro (EUR), currently exchanging at 1 Euro = 0.8072 British Pound Sterling 1 Euro = 1.2775 US Dollar .

Republic of France currently has a population of 64768400 (estimate).

Republic of France's neighbouring countries are, Andorra, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, .

Regions within Republic of France

Largest Cities within Republic of France


Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: France

Published: Fri, 11 May 2012 16:05:00 GMT

Travel Summary


  • There has been a series of robberies and express kidnappings on or around the motorway connecting Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Ghent, Dunkirk and the Channel Ports. See Safety and Security – Local Travel – Road Travel.

  • Driving regulations in France are different from those in the UK. On 4 January 2012 new legislation regarding driving came into force. Penalties for various offences have been increased. See Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel.

  • Single use breathalysers will be obligatory in all motorised vehicles as of 1 July 2012. Motorists and motorcyclists travelling to France should purchase a kit complying with French regulations and carrying the “NF” label. Road users are advised to carry at least two breathalysers at all times.

  • There is a general threat from terrorism. Attacks could be indiscriminate. You should remain vigilant in public places including on public transport. See Safety and Security - Terrorism.

  • British nationals make around 19,300,000 visits to France every year (Source: Ministry of Tourism). Most visits are trouble-free.  See General - Consular Assistance Statistics.

  • You should apply for a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to be eligible for emergency medical treatment in France. If you already have an EHIC, make sure it has not expired. You should also take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See the Health and General - Insurance sections.

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