France Visa Application Process and Documents

Make sure you apply with the right Schengen embassy. For longer stay visa, France Schengen visa is often the best option. Our team is here to help you through the process and book express appointment for your France Schengen visa.

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Documents required for France Visa Application

When applying for France visa, make sure you have all the documents. Below is the general and specific document requirements:

General Documents:

• France Visa Application Form: Fill in the online form accurately and completely.

• Passport & UK Residence Permit: Your passport must have at least two blank pages and be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay in Schengen region.

• Photographs: Attach two recent passport sized photos to your application form, taken against a light background and clearly showing your full face.

• Accommodation Proof: Provide confirmed hotel bookings or other accommodation details for your stay in France.

• Travel Medical Insurance: You will need insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000, valid for France and other Schengen countries.

• Transport Proof: This could be flight tickets, train tickets or vehicle registration if driving.

• Return Ticket Reservation: Make sure you provide proof of your return travel.

• Travel Itinerary and Cover Letter: Detail your purpose of visit. If it’s a family visit, include a letter from your host, copies of their passport and other relevant details.

• Proof of Financial Means: You must show sufficient funds to support your stay in France.

Specific Documents Based on Employment Status or Visit Purpose:

Besides the general requirements, you will need to submit additional documents based on your situation.

• Employed: Letter from employer, bank statement for last 6 months, leave permission letter.

• Self-Employed: Business license, company bank statement for last 6 months, invitation letter (if attending a business conference).

• Students: Letter of enrollment, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from university.

• Retirees: Pension statement for last 6 months.

• Business Travel: Invitation letter from French company, letter from employer confirming business trip, company bank statement for last 6 months.

• Medical Purpose: Medical documents from hospital in France and local medical provider, payment receipts.

• Film Crew/Cultural Event/Sports: Invitation letter, travel itinerary, proof of ticket purchase.

• Official Delegations: Proof of official journey, accommodation, invitation from French authority.

• Studies/Research/Internship: Enrollment certificate, financial proof of support.

• Spouse of a French Citizen: Proof of French citizenship for spouse, original marriage certificate.

• Transit Visa: Visa for destination country, transit permit.

• Minors: Parent or guardian’s authorization form, proof of income.

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