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Firstly, it is necessary to complete the form on this website

Information about the required documents can be found on the website

The status of the application can be tracked at the link

Who Can Apply?

Do you need a visa? https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/web/france-visas/visa-wizard

The applicant must be a resident.

Jurisdiction of Istanbul – Beyoğlu and Izmir

AYDIN, BALIKESİR, BİLECİK, BURSA, ÇANAKKALE, DENİZLİ, EDİRNE, İSTANBUL, İZMİR, KIRKLARELİ, KOCAELİ, KÜTAHYA, MANİSA, MUĞLA, SAKARYA, TEKİRDAĞ, UŞAK, YALOVA

Jurisdiction of Ankara:

ADANA, ADIYAMAN, AFYON, AĞRI, AMASYA, ANKARA, ANTALYA, ARTVİN, BİNGÖL, BİTLİS, BOLU, BURDUR, ÇANKIRI, ÇORUM, DİYARBAKIR, DÜZCE, ELAZIĞ, ERZİNCAN, ERZURUM, ESKİŞEHİR, GAZİANTEP, GİRESUN, GÜMÜŞHANE, HAKKARİ, HATAY, ISPARTA, İÇEL, KARS, KASTAMONU, KAYSERİ, KIRŞEHİR, KONYA, MALATYA, KAHRAMANMARAŞ, MARDİN, MUŞ, NEVŞEHİR, NİĞDE, ORDU, RİZE, SAMSUN, SİİRT, SİNOP, SİVAS, TOKAT, TRABZON, TUNCELİ, ŞANLIURFA, VAN, YOZGAT, ZONGULDAK, AKSARAY, BAYBURT, KARAMAN, KIRIKKALE, BATMAN, ŞIRNAK, BARTIN, ARDAHAN, IĞDIR, KARABÜK, KİLİS, OSMANİYE

Types of Schengen Visas for France

France offers several types of Schengen visas depending on the purpose of your visit:

• Short-stay visa: This type of visa is generally issued for tourism, business trips or family visits. It is also issued to persons entering to France to take part in short training programmes, internships, conferences and corporate meetings, or to engage in remunerated activities (whatever the form), not exceeding 90 days.

• Long-stay visa. For any stay in France exceeding 90 days, you are required to apply in advance for a long-stay vis. In this instance your nationality does not exempt you from requirements.

  • Stay for an extended period for tourist or personal reasons;

  • Carry out a professional activity;

  • Pursue education;

  • Join family members.

  In any of the above situations, you will be required to attach supporting documents specific to your situation to your application, and follow the respective procedures.

• Airport Transit Visa

French Visa Requirements

To apply for a Schengen visa to France, you’ll need the following documents:

The supporting documents to be provided are as follows:

Pre-requisites

• A travel document, issued less than 10 years ago, containing at least two blank pages, with a period of validity at least 3 months longer than the date on which you intend to leave the Schengen Area or, in the case of a long stay, at least three months longer than the expiry date of the visa requested. Be sure to transmit (scan) ALL PAGES of your travel document containing visas, entry and exit stamps or any other inscription.

• ID photograph.

• If you are not a national of your country of residence: proof that you are legally resident in that country (e.g. residence permit).

• If you have an official travel document, a note verbale is required.

Purpose of travel/stay

• Reservation confirmation of an organised trip or any other document describing the planned programme.

• Reservation of a return ticket or travel itinerary.

Socio-professional situation

• Proof of socio-professional status (e.g. employment contract, certificate of employment, extract from the trade and companies’ register, school attendance certificate, proof of pension) and any documents demonstrating the applicant’s personal links to the country of residence (e.g. copy of marriage certificate, family record book).

Funds

• Bank statements, pay slips, pension statements.

Accommodation

• Reservation of a hotel or sufficient resources to cover hotel expenses (to the amount of €120/day) or a tenancy agreement or certificate of ownership. If staying with a private individual : proof of accommodation (Cerfa form).

Travel health insurance

• Travel health insurance certificate

🚨 The documents may vary depending on the purpose and applicant's details 🚨

Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process

1. Identify visa type (Choose the right visa for your trip).

Before booking an appointment, you are kindly invited to:

Visit the official website FRANCE-VISAS.

First click on “1. Do you need a visa?” and, if you need it, get an indicative list of supporting documents and the amount of the visa fees to be paid.

1. Begin your application (Get started with your visa application)

On the FRANCE-VISAS website:

• Сlick on “2. Start your visa application”

• Create an account

• Answer the questions online (your visa application form will be automatically filled in and available for printing)

At the end of the visa application form filling process, a list of supporting documents and the amount of visa fees will be displayed;

• Then you are invited to click on the France-Visas page to get the necessary information regarding appointments.

1. Book an Appointment: Once you have filled your visa application form, you need to book an appointment to have your fingerprints and photo taken at a Visa Application Centre. This is known as ‘biometric information’. Once you’ve booked your appointment, you’ll receive an appointment confirmation email along with the letter of appointment. If you are part of a family or group, you’ll have to book individual appointments for each member of the family or group.

2. Submit Application: Attend the appointment at the visa center, submit your documents, and provide biometrics.

3. Pay the Fees: Visa application fees can vary based on visa type and processing times.

4. Wait for Processing: Visa processing generally takes 15 working days but may take longer during peak seasons.

5. Track your application (Stay informed about the progress of your application)

   1. An SMS notification will be sent to the phone number specified when submitting your application.

   2. You can also track your application status on our website.

6. Collect your documents. After the envelope containing your travel document is returned to VFS Global Visa Application Centre by the French Consulate Mission, it will be sent to you at the address you provided, by the approved courier service.

Appointment wait time

The usual appointment wait time in Ankara and Istanbul varies depending on demand and the seasons.

In Ankara, given the high demand, the wait time for scheduling a visa application for a short stay is currently one month. This timeframe may increase in the following months. We encourage you to anticipate your visa application for your future stay in France.

In Istanbul, the current wait time is three weeks

How to Book an Appointment

Booking a slot for your visa application can be a daunting task, especially during high travel seasons. This is where Visard.io simplifies the process:

• Instant Notifications: Receive updates on available appointment slots.

• Convenience: Avoid the hassle of manually searching for slots.