VisaWonder

France Visitor Long-Stay Visa (VLS-TS)
homeHome/account_balance_walletNon-Lucrative/France Hub

France:
Visitor Long-Stay Visa (VLS-TS)

Ideal for retirees, sabbatical years, or self-supported individuals who have sufficient financial assets to live in France.

View Document Checklistarrow_downwardchatWhatsApp Us
calendar_today

Duration

1 year, renewable annually.

verified_user

Permit Scope

Requires agreeing not to work or conduct business in France.

gavel

MEA Legalisation

Apostille & document translation

"Stay in France for retirement or personal reasons without working."

task_altCore Eligibility Criteria

  • check_circlePassive income/savings equivalent to French minimum wage (approx. €21,000/year).
  • check_circleSigned written commitment not to engage in any professional activity in France.
  • check_circlePrivate health insurance policy covering French medical costs.
  • check_circleProof of accommodation (registered lease or property deed).

fact_checkComprehensive Document Checklist

Check all mandatory papers required for submission at the France Embassy / Consulate.

1. General Identity & Application Papers

  • checkVisa Application Form.
  • checkPassport and photos.
  • checkNon-working commitment letter.

2. Critical Certificates & Translation Requirements

Proof of Passive Income
Translation

Pension slips, dividend certificates, or bank statements showing passive savings.

Housing Lease Agreement
Translation

Registered rental contract in France.

Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
Apostille Req.Translation

Background check with Hague Apostille and Certified Translation.

Let's Prepare your documents.

Get your documents verified, apostilled, and certified fast.

chatQuote via WhatsApp
France
France

All France Visas

Need another visa route for France? Explore the complete country guide.

Explore All France Visasarrow_forward
support_agent

Have Questions on Requirements?

Our New Delhi consultants provide end-to-end assistance with document attestation, MEA apostille, and embassy appointments.

Book a Consultationcalendar_today

Frequently Asked Questions

Common inquiries regarding France Visitor Visa application requirements.

Do I need Certified Translations to French?

keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Any certificate (Marriage, PCC, Medical) submitted for a French visa must be translated to French by a translator certified by the French Courts (Traducteur Assermenté). We provide complete certified Certified Translations recognized by the French Embassy and consulates.

What is the OFII approval for family visas?

keyboard_arrow_down
The sponsor residing in France must file a family reunification application with the Office Français de l'Immigration et de l'Intégration (OFII). Once OFII approves and issues the authorization certificate, you can apply for the visa.

Does France require Apostille on PCC?

keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. For long-stay residency visas, the PCC must be apostilled in the country of origin and subsequently translated to French.