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🇫🇷 France

Schengen Tourist Visa

France issues Schengen visas (Type C) for short visits up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Covers tourism, business visits, family visits, and conferences. Citizens of 100+ countries including US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan need no visa for short stays (visa-free access). Schengen visa holders can travel freely across 27 Schengen countries. Cannot work or study (except short courses). For stays beyond 90 days, must apply for long-stay visa before travel.

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Processing Time

15 days standard, up to 45 days

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Cost

€80 (reduced rates for some nationalities)

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Duration

Up to 90 days in 180-day period

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Work Rights

No work permitted

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Path to Permanent Residence

No

Requirements

  • 1Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay)
  • 2Travel itinerary and accommodation proof
  • 3Travel insurance (€30,000 minimum coverage)
  • 4Proof of financial means
  • 5Return ticket or onward travel proof

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