Extradition France to UK

The process typically takes 6–18 months from arrest to final decision, including any appeals. Urgent cases — where there is a risk of pre-trial detention — require immediate legal intervention. We recommend seeking specialist legal advice before any travel to France if you believe you may be subject to a UK extradition request.

Yes. France can and does refuse extradition where the conditions under the applicable treaty are not met, where human rights concerns arise, where the offence is considered political in nature, or where other mandatory refusal grounds apply. The French Minister of Justice also has discretion to refuse extradition even after judicial approval.

The TCA governs extradition between the UK and EU member states (including France) for offences committed after Brexit (1 January 2021). For offences committed before this date, the European Convention on Extradition typically applies. Our lawyers will assess which treaty framework governs your case and what protections are available.