France Visa

General Document Requirements:

• One Online France Visa application form duly filled and completed.
• Valid Passport and residence Permit. Passport should have at least 2 blank pages and should be valid for at least 3 months beyond the period of stay in Schengen area.
• 2 photographs should be attached to the application form (Passport format). Photograph should be recent and should show your complete face; it should be taken on a light background.
• Proof of accommodation like confirmed hotel bookings containing the entire details of stay in France.
• Travel Medical Insurance with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 for Schengen countries.
• Proof of transportation (Flight tickets/Train Tickets/Driving License/Vehicle Registration Number)
• Copy of Return-ticket reservation
• Travel Itinerary and Cover Letter stating your purpose of visit to Schengen country ( In case, it is a family visit, accompany a letter from host or sponsor, host’s passport copies and other necessary details with application -if applicable)
• Proof of Income/Sufficient Personal Means of Subsistence. As per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of France, a foreign national is required to attest the amounts as stated for means of subsistence while applying for France Visa Appointment in Embassy/Consulate:
  • For a stay up to the period of 5 days: Overall amount → 269.60 €/person and 212.81 €/ two or more persons.
  • For a stay up to the period of 6-10 days: Daily amount → 44.93€ /person and 26.33 €/two or more persons.
  • For a stay up to the period of 11-20 days: Overall amount → 51.64 €/person and 25.82 €/two or more persons along with daily amount → 36.67 €/person and 22.21 €/two or more persons.
  • For a stay over 20 days: Overall amount → 206.58€ / person and 118.79€/two or more persons along with daily amount → 27.89€ /person and 17.04€t wo or more persons.

Specific Documents Required for France Visa:

Apart from general documents, the following vary and are required as per the employment status or purpose of visit:

• Employed: Letter from Organization or Employer confirming the employment+ Current Bank Statement (Last 6 Months from application) + Leave permission from employer + Bank Statement(Last 6 months from application) or Certificate of tax deduction from salary.
• Self Employed: Copy of Business License+ Bank Statement of Company (Last 6 Months from application) + Letter of Invitation (From concerned authority in case of Business Conference) +Documents confirming status of your employment in business.
  Student:Letter of Enrollment and NOC (From University) + Student card or certificates (Of the course undertaken)
• Retired Individuals: Pension statement (Last 6 months from application)
• Business Purpose: Invitation letter (From the company in France which you will visit along with the address and date of visit) + Certificate from the employer (affirming your business travel) + Business Bank Statement (Last 6 months from application) + MOA & AOA in original certified copy/Trade License/ Partnership or Proprietorship documents + Letter of Invitation (Must state the coverage of expenses for stay in France either by employer or Company in France )
• Medical Purpose: Medical attestation from the hospital or doctor in France ( Stating the medical situation and your date of appointment) + Receipt of medical fees + Local Medical report
• Film crew/Cultural/Sports/Religious Purpose: Invitation letter from the concerned authority (Providing details regarding the event, expense coverage etc.) + Name of the crew members + Duration of stay along with a travel itinerary+ Entry tickets of the Event
• Members of Official Delegations: Purpose of journey to France + Duration of stay and place of accommodation + Official Invitation along with identity Proof
  Training/Research/Studies/Internship Purpose:Enrollment Certificate + Certificate for the courses attended or completed + Financial Sustenance
• Spouse of a French citizen: Proof of French Citizenship of Spouse + Original Marriage Certificate (France ).
• Transit Visa Entry Permit in transit country+ Valid Visa for destination country.
• Minor: Proof of Parent’s Income (Income or Bank Statements) + France Visa Application to be accompanied with authorization by parents or legal guardian.

• Visa Duration: depends on the embassy’s visa officer
• Price: SAR 2,789
• Processing time: 3 weeks +

*Note: it is recommended that you apply for the Tourist Visa 4 weeks prior to your travel date.

• Visa appointment only

• Visa Fees
• Printing
• VAT/taxes
• Courier Services
• Travel insurance
• Flights
• Itinerary

France, officially known as the French Republic, is a country located in Western Europe. It is known for its rich history, diverse culture, iconic landmarks, and contributions to art, philosophy, cuisine, and more.

Visa Types:

• Tourism/Visitor
• Family & Friends/Business
• Family member of EEA/EU citizen