As France’s diplomatic representation in Italy, the Embassy of France in Rome handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Piazza Farnese, 67, 00186 Rome, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 06 686011 |
| Fax | +39 06 68601360 |
| chancellerie.rome-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr | |
| Website | www.ambafrance-it.org |
| Social Media | Facebook · X · Instagram · LinkedIn · YouTube |
| Head of Mission | Anne-Marie Descôtes, Ambassador |
| National Day | 14 July |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Italian Foreign Ministry’s list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Italian and French public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Piazza Farnese, 67, 00186 Rome.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 19:00.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the embassy website and bring originals with copies.
Who runs the French Embassy?
According to the Italian diplomatic list, France is represented by Ambassador Anne-Marie Descôtes (accredited 26 March 2026). The Italian diplomatic list names 11 accredited diplomats for the embassy. France also has career consular offices in Florence, Milan, Naples and Rome. 14 honorary consulates support French citizens in other parts of Italy.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- French passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for France
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the French authorities ask for:
Passport for adults (application abroad)
- Apply in person at the embassy or consulate – most posts require an appointment
- Optional online pre-application (pré-demande) – bring the number or QR code
- Your identity card, if you have one (valid or expired less than 5 years ago)
- Identity photo less than 6 months old that meets the official standards
- Proof of address less than 1 year old
- Without an ID card: a birth certificate less than 3 months old (unless your birthplace’s civil registry is digitised) and, if needed, proof of French nationality
Sources: Service-Public.fr (French government) – passport for adults, application abroad (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Visa and entry information for Italian citizens
Italian citizens can travel to France without a visa; a valid passport or national identity card is enough. Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Italian national holidays such as 25 April, 2 June and 15 August and on France’s national day (14 July). Offices in the city also close on 29 June for the feast of Saints Peter and Paul. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
French nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +39 06 686011. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Italian authorities. The Italian emergency number is 112. Italian citizens who need help in France contact the Italian Embassy in Paris.
Diplomatic missions of France in Italy
France in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of France (this page)
- Florence – Consulate General
- Milan – Consulate General
- Naples – Consulate General
- Rome – Consulate General
- Aosta – Honorary Consulate
- Bologna – Honorary Consulate
- Catania – Honorary Consulate
- Catanzaro – Honorary Consulate
- Genoa – Honorary Consulate
- Livorno – Honorary Consulate
- Olbia – Honorary Consulate
- Palermo – Honorary Consulate
- Perugia – Honorary Consulate
- Pescara – Honorary Consulate
- Sanremo – Honorary Consulate
- Trento – Honorary Consulate
- Trieste – Honorary Consulate
- Venice – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of France in Rome
What is the address of the French Embassy in Italy?
At Piazza Farnese, 67, 00186 Rome.
When is the French Embassy in Rome open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 19:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of France to Italy?
Anne-Marie Descôtes, according to the Italian diplomatic list of 14 August 2026.
When is the French national day?
The Italian Foreign Ministry lists 14 July as the national day of France; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Can Italians travel to France without a visa?
No. A valid Italian passport or identity card is enough.
Is there a French consulate outside Rome?
Yes: Florence, Milan, Naples and Rome.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign embassies in Italy (as of 14 August 2026), Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for France, www.ambafrance-it.org. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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