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What you need to know

The France Schengen Visa is a multiple-entry travel document to visit France and all other countries in the Schengen Area
You can stay in the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period, starting when you arrive in France
With the France Schengen Visa you can do tourism, business, visit family and friends, receive medical treatment, attend short training programs, do internships, and work - for a period of no longer than 90 days

We currently don't offer this visa, but you can find more information on the France Embassy website.

Join our waitlist to be notified as soon as we offer this visa.

Learn everything you need to know about the France Schengen Visa application below.

What is the France Schengen Visa?

The France Schengen Visa is one of the most popular visas for visiting the Schengen Area.

It lets you visit France and all other Schengen countries without getting a visa for every destination.

What can I do with the French Schengen Visa?

Visit France and other Schengen countries for tourism and visit family and friends
Attend business meetings, conferences, and other business activities
Take a short recreational course or play sports
You can do paid work for up to 90 days in France (conditions apply)

What can I not do with a French Schengen Visa?

Do paid work, live, or study in France for a period longer than 90 days in France

Who requires the France Schengen Visa?

Both foreign nationals from the European Union and nationals of Schengen countries have the privilege of traveling visa-free between Schengen nations.

Additionally, people from the following countries can also visit the Schengen zone without a visa:

United States
United Kingdom
Australia
New Zealand
Canada

However, most other travelers must apply for a France Schengen Visa and attend an interview.

How long can I stay in the country with the France Schengen Visa?

You can visit France and the Schengen zone for up to 90 days per entry within every 180 days.

The French authorities determine whether you are granted a single-, double-, or multiple-entry visa. Visas with multiple entries are valid between 180 days to 5 years.

Which documents do I need to apply for the France Schengen Visa?

Below we've listed some of the most common travel documents needed for this visa application:

Visa application form
Two photographs: Taken within the last three months
Valid passport: Valid for at least 6 months from the arrival date in France and 2 blank pages, and issued within the last 10 years
Fingerprints (only if you are older than 12): You will be required to provide fingerprints during your visa appointment, unless you have been granted a biometric Schengen visa in the past 59 months
Travel itinerary: You can include details such as your return flight, hotel accommodations, or tour schedules in this document
Financial statements: Bank statements, employment contracts, or salary slips demonstrating that you have sufficient financial means to pay for your entire trip
Medical insurance: With minimum coverage of €30,000 for emergency medical treatment and repatriation in an emergency

Those who meet these basic requirements should have no problem getting their French Visa applications approved.

Do I need the French Schengen Visa if I'm transiting through the country?

Transit Schengen visas are granted to eligible nationals who only intend to change transportation means within the Schengen area.

There are two transit visa categories:

Airport Transit Schengen Visa
Transit Schengen Visa for Seafarers

Check with your nearest French embassy if you require a Transit Visa.

How to apply for the France Schengen visa online with iVisa

To get the France Schengen Visa, follow the instructions on the website of the French Embassy n your country.

How much does the France Schengen Visa cost, and how long does it take?

The government fee of about US$84.85 must be paid in cash at the VAC or consulate (half-price for minors between the ages of 6 and 12 and free for minors under 6 years old).

From the interview appointment, the decision can take up to 45 days.

Entry requirements and restrictions in France

For all travelers, COVID-19 testing, vaccination, or quarantine is currently not required to enter the Schengen Zone and France.

Where can I learn more?

If you have questions about applying for a France Schengen Visa, we are here to help.

All foreign nationals wishing to enter France must be able to submit statutory documents at the border concerning the reasons for their stay, their means of support and accommodation arrangements.

A visa is generally required, in the absence of a waiver. For general information and for preparing, submitting and tracking your visa application, log on to France-Visas, France’s official visa site.

France-Visas is a single portal with all the information you need to guide you through the process and help you every step of the way (preparing the application, entering details, submitting and tracking the application).

The main steps in applying for a visa

Do I need a visa?

First, use “Visa Wizard” on the France-Visas site to check, based on your situation, whether you need a visa and if so, what type. The wizard will also tell you what documents must be enclosed with your application, along with the relevant fee.

Complete your application online

Once you have checked that you need a visa, you can complete your application on our online portal. You will be asked to create an account and France-Visas will support you in each step of the process.

Submit your application to the visa centre.

Once you have completed your online application, all you have to do is submit it to your local visa centre. France-Visas will provide you with all necessary information on how and where to submit your application.

Track your visa application.

Once your application has been submitted, track its progress and find out how and when you can collect your passport and how to prepare for your trip to France.

Stay

Up to 3 months at a time

Cost

There is a service charge of AUD20 to use the Australian ETA app. There is no other charge payable for an ETA.

Processing times

In most cases you will be notified of the result of your ETA application immediately. Your application may take longer if you do not complete the application process correctly or we require further information. We recommend that you apply well ahead of when you want to travel.