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France visa for Indians

Planning a dream vacation to the romantic city of Paris or exploring the cultural treasures of France? For Indian travelers, obtaining the right visa is a crucial first step. Whether you are looking for a France visa for Indians, a France visit visa from India, or a specific Paris visa, the process is now simple and efficient. With options like a visa for France and the popular French tourist visa, visiting iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and Versailles Palace has never been easier. Start your journey by applying for the appropriate visa and experience the charm and elegance of France.

France is a member state of the Schengen area. So, Indians need to apply for a French Schengen visa to visit France for purposes like tourism, business or transit. If you are looking for a France visa agent, Itzeazy is here to help you. Itzeazy is the best France visa consultant in India. It assists you in getting France visa from India hassle-free

Apply for France visa in 4 steps  

  1. Book order
  2. Arrange documents required for France visa
  3. Visit the visa application center
  4. Get Your Visa

When should I apply for France visa

You should apply at least 30 days before the intended travel date. A Schengen visa is allowed to apply 6 months before date of travel. It is advisable to submit the application well in advance to avoid last minute surprise. 

France visa for Indians

Types of Visa

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Types of France Visa

There are mainly three types of French visas for Indians on the basis of stay duration.

Schengen Type C visa/ Short stay visa: It allows you to stay in the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days. The validity of it is 180 days. You can apply for a short stay visa for the following purposes.

  1. Tourism: For holidays, vacations, and engaging in leisure activities.
  2. Business: For business meetings, conferences, and trade fairs.
  3. Family visit: This includes meeting family members and relatives who live in France, reunions, or any situation concerning the same. 

Long Stay Visa/ National Visa: If you want to stay more than 90 days in France, you can apply for a National visa.

Airport transit visa: If you have to change flights at a French airport due to a layover, you can apply for an airport transit visa.

France Visa Requirements

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Documents required for France Visa

  1. Passport which is valid for a minimum of 3 months. It should contain at least two blank pages. All pages of the ID page, past travel entry and exit stamps should be scanned.
  2. 2 passport-size photographs 
  3. Personal covering letter 
  4. Proposed itinerary of travel
  5. Travel tickets (both ways)
  6. Proof of financial funds, such as individual income, bank statements for the last 3 months, and tax returns.
  7. Proof of accommodation
  8. Travel Insurance policy should cover expenses of a minimum of 30,000 euros
Supporting documents as per your occupation
1. If Employed:

    1. Original Company NOC with stamp
    2. Last 3 months' salary slip.
    2. If Self-Employed:
    1. Business Registration Certificate / MOA / Partnership deal
    2. The company’s updated bank statement for the last 3 months
    3. The company’s IT returns for the last 3 years
    4. Cover letter from the company’s letterhead
    3. If Retired:
    Proof of retirement, like a pension book, statement of the last 3 months

    4. If Student:
    1. School / College / Institute ID Card
    2. No objection certificate (NOC) from the school/university
    3. For university students: Last 3 months' bank statements
    5. If Minor:
    Notary affidavit with the consent of the parents(if travelling alone or with a single parent).

    7. If Sponsored:
    1. Sponsorship letter
    2. Sponsor’s national ID proof like Passport, PAN card, or Resident permit;
    3. Sponsor’s last 3 months' bank statement
    4. if sponsor is your spouse: marriage certificate
    5. if sponsor is your parents: birth certificate
    Supporting documents as per the purpose of the visit

    1. For family visit:
    1. Invitation letter
    2. Inviter’s ID proof, like a Passport or a Resident Permit

    2. For Business Visa:
    1. An invitation letter from the host Company stating the purpose of the trip, business details etc.
    2. Covering letter from an Indian company on the company letterhead.
    3. Company bank statement
    4. Company Registration Proof

    3. For Belgium Transit Visa:
    1. Valid visa of a particular destination Schengen country
    2. Flight Ticket to your destination country and return tickets as well

    France visa photo requirements

    1. A recent photo taken within 6 months with a light-colored background.
    2. 35 to 40 mm wide photo size, with the face covering 70–80% of the image.
    3. Printed on high-quality paper, high-resolution, colored images with the best suited brightness and contrast. 
    4. Individuals should look directly at the camera with a neutral expression, with eyes open and clearly visible, mouth closed, and both sides of the face visible. 
    5. No shadows, reflections, or red eyes.
    6. Only a religious head covering is permitted, but even with this, both sides of the face and from the top of the forehead to the chin should be visible.
    7. Prescription eyewear is allowed, provided the frame of the glasses does not cover your eyes at all, the lens is not tinted, and no flash should be reflecting from the lens.  

    For detail guideline, visit the France visa photo requirement

    How To Apply

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    Apply for France visa online with Itzeazy

    1. Make advance payment & Book order
    2. Upload the documents and photographs
    3. Documents validation by Itzeazy experts
    4. Form submission by Itzeazy and appointment booking for visa application centre
    5. Applicant have to visit visa application center for document verification and biometrics
    6. Get you visa by courier or in person on approval

    Visa Fees

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    France visa fees for Indians


    France Schengen visa (Age category)Visa fees(Euro)Visa fees(INR)
    Adults 90 €Rs 9200
    6 to 11 years
    		45 €
    		Rs 4600-
    Below 6 yearsFreeFree


    For more information visit France visa fees 

    FAQ's

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    1. How much bank balance is required for a France tourist visa?

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    Indian citizens holding proof of accommodation must possess a minimum amount of money, equivalent to half the SMIC ( minimum wage in France, calculated on per day basis) , in order to stay in France. This amount is EUR 32.50 ( Approx. Rs. 3300) per day per person.

    For more information pls visit minimum bank balance for France visa 

    2. How can I get a France visa from India?

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    Indians have to apply for Schengen visa to visit France . It needs to be applied through visa application centre in India. Indians have to take online appointment for visa centre. At visa centre, you have to submit France visa application form and documents along with payment of fees. After approval, you will get your France visa.

    3. What documents do I need for a French visa?

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    Following are the documents required to apply for France visa : 

    • Valid Passport
    • Passport size photographs
    • Covering letter
    • Round trip Travel tickets
    • Proof of financial status such as individual income, bank statements of last 3 months, and tax returns.
    • Proof of accommodation
    • Travel Insurance

    There are additional documents that may be required depending on purpose and applicant category. .

    4. How long will it take to get a France visa in India?

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    It takes at least 15-20 days to process your France visa after the appointment.

    5. How much is the France visa fees for Indians?

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    Following is the fees structure for France visa :

    • For adults : EUR 90 
    • Minor of age 6 to 12 years : EUR 45 
    • minor below 6 years of age : No fees 

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