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France:
Schengen / Tourist Visa

Standard short-stay entry visa. Requirements focus on return flights, accommodation certificates, and financial sufficiency.

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Duration

Up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

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Permit Scope

Allows entry to France and Schengen member states.

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MEA Legalisation

Apostille & document translation

"Short travel to France for holidays, business meetings, or family visits."

task_altCore Eligibility Criteria

  • check_circleConfirmed round-trip flight reservations and hotel bookings.
  • check_circleProof of financial means (minimum €65/day if hotel pre-booked, €120/day if not).
  • check_circleEmployment NOC letter, pay slips, and tax documents.
  • check_circleTravel insurance with €30,000 medical coverage.

fact_checkComprehensive Document Checklist

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

1. General Identity & Application Papers

  • checkSchengen Visa Application Form filled and signed.
  • checkPassport valid for at least 3 months past departure.
  • checkBiometric passport photos.
  • checkRound-trip flight reservations.

2. Critical Certificates & Translation Requirements

Travel Medical Insurance

Minimum coverage of €30,000 including medical emergencies and repatriation.

Proof of Accommodation / Attestation d'Accueil
Translation

Hotel booking or official host certificate issued by French town hall (Mairie).

Bank Statements & Pay Slips
Translation

Last 3 months bank statements showing adequate liquid funds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common inquiries regarding France Tourist Visa application requirements.

Do I need Certified Translations to French?

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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?

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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?

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