Embassy of France in Wellington, New Zealand; address 20 Ballance Street, 6011, Wellington; phone +6443842555. Plus 7 other missions.
Head of mission: Mrs. Aline Hauter, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Alain Douylliez, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of New Zealand, 20 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Ms. Coralie de la Fage, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of New Zealand, 20 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Dr. Christiane Leurquin, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of New Zealand, 20 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Alain Douylliez, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Ms. Hélène Taylor, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of New Zealand, 20 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Eric Granry, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
France is a premier global tourism destination, attracting millions annually with its vibrant and diverse offerings. While it appeals to many, a portion of the approximately 200,000 New Zealanders who travel abroad each year may find France particularly interesting to visit.
France is generally safe for tourists, but there are some considerations for visitors from New Zealand. According to safety rankings, France is 40th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. In terms of the Global Peace Index, France ranks 84th out of 160 countries, compared to New Zealand's much higher position at 4th. When looking at murder rates, New Zealand has a rate of 2.6 per 100,000 people, while France's rate is lower at 1.1. However, the organized crime indices indicate that France faces more challenges, with higher scores in various crime categories compared to New Zealand. Overall, while France has a lower murder rate, it is not as safe as New Zealand in terms of overall crime and safety perceptions. Tourists should remain vigilant and take standard safety precautions while traveling in France.