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Passport/Visa

The guide was updated: 2024-09-17

France can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

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Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (MPL)

Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (MPL)

Montpellier Méditerranée Airport, conveniently located just 10 minutes from the city centre, offers seamless accessibility through various transport options. The Airport Shuttle by Hérault Transport and the well-connected bus and tram network by TaM provide efficient public transport links from across the Montpellier Metropolitan area. Travellers can take the Montpellier Airport Shuttle (line 620) from Boulevard de l'Aéroport or Montpellier Sud de France Railway Station, with a journey time of approximately 25 minutes. Additionally, from Montpellier St Roch Railway Station, you can board Tramway line 1 towards ‘Odysseum’, disembark at ‘Place de l’Europe' Tramway Station, and then connect to the Airport Shuttle (line 620). Taxis and rental cars are also available for hire at the airport.

Passport/Visa

Passport/Visa

France can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Montpellier welcomes visitors year-round with generally pleasant temperatures and plenty of sunshine. However, the best time to visit the city is during May to July, offering excellent weather conditions without the peak travel crowds. Summer temperatures peak around 29℃ (84℉), while winters, particularly in January, can see lows of 1℃ (34℉). For extended daylight and optimal daytime activities, July stands out as the month with the longest sunlight hours, making it an ideal period to explore the city.

Public Transport

Public Transport

Montpellier has an extensive network of buses and trains. Most pass through the main train station en route. The developed transportation system makes it easy for travellers to reach destinations within the city and in the suburbs. Consult the website for schedules. With that said, the city is a rather compact one and many of the places of interest may be reached simply by walking.

Taxi

Taxi

The best places to find taxis quickly are at Place de la Comédie (next to Opera Comédie) and at the train station. Taxis are not often hailed from the side of the road. Allô Taxi Montpellier +33 4 67 15 46 85 Taxi Bleu Du Midi +33 4 67 03 20 00 Taxis Radio Artisans +33 4 67 58 10 10

Post

Post

All post offices are open from Monday to Saturday. Stamps can be bought at tobacconists and newsstands.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

If you need urgent medical care call the medical emergency number, 15. They can give you free medical advice and direct you to the nearest doctor or hospital. Pharmacie de la Comédie 1 Rue de Verdun, Montpellier +33 4 67 58 54 94 Open daily 8am–8pm Pharmacie du Polygone (Centre Commercial Le Polygone) 71 Rue des Pertuisanes, Montpellier +33 4 67 65 13 66 OpenMon–Sat 8:30am–8pm, Sun closed

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +33 Area code: 467

Electricity

Electricity

In France, the electrical supply operates at a voltage of 230V and a frequency of 50Hz. The country employs two main types of electrical plugs: type C and type E. Type C plugs feature two round pins. Type E plugs, on the other hand, also have two round pins but include an additional hole for the earth (ground) pin.

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