France holds presidential elections every five years. The next French presidential election is scheduled for spring 2027. The French president holds significant executive power — appointing the prime minister, leading foreign policy, and commanding the armed forces.
The election uses a two-round system: if no candidate wins an absolute majority in the first round, the top two candidates advance to a runoff two weeks later.
The exact date is not yet confirmed. French presidential elections traditionally take place in April, with a runoff two weeks later if needed.
It uses a two-round majority system. If no candidate wins 50%+ in the first round, the top two candidates face off in a second round.
All French citizens aged 18 or older, including those living abroad, can vote.
Use the live countdown above to see the exact number of days, hours, minutes, and seconds until French Presidential Election 2027.