FRANCE

FRANCE

France, in Western Europe, encompasses medieval cities, alpine villages and Mediterranean beaches. Paris, its capital, is famed for its fashion houses, classical art museums including the Louvre and monuments like the Eiffel Tower. The country is also renowned for its wines and sophisticated cuisine. Lascaux’s ancient cave drawings, Lyon’s Roman theatre, and the vast Palace of Versailles attest to its rich history.

 France is one of the member countries of the Schengen Area, and by effect, a visa to France is a visa to the other Schengen Countries as well. The Schengen Area consists of 27 European countries that allow an unrestricted passage through their internal borders. The Schengen Countries are: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Visa Application


VISA APPLICATION PROCESS FOR FRANCE

France Visa Application is relatively straight forward. The process basically involves filling the Visa Application Form provided by CEMCS travels and tour, booking an appointment, and showing up for the appointment with all necessary documents.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

How do I renew/extend my visa?

All foreign nationals require a visa to enter the Schengen area unless exempt. This exemption depends on;

*The nationality of the applicant.

*The type of passport.

*Whether the traveler has a residence permit or a long-stay visa valid in France.

Do I need a visa to enter the Schengen area?

All foreign nationals require a visa to enter the Schengen area unless exempt. This exemption depends on;

*The nationality of the applicant.

*The type of passport.

*Whether the traveler has a residence permit or a long-stay visa valid in France.

In which countries is my Schengen visa valid?

For all the 27 states, they are; Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech republic, Denmark, spain,Estonia,finland,France,Germany,Greece,hungary,Iceland,Italy,Latvia,Liechtenstein,Lithuania,Luxembourg,malta,Netherlands,Norway,Poland,Portugal,Slovenia,Slovakia,Sweden, and Switzerland.

How long is a short-stay visa valid for? Can I leave the Schengen area and return on the same visa?

The length of a stay is indicated on the visa and will vary depending on the purpose of your stay.

I hold a temporary long-stay “Residence permit exemption” visa. Can I travel within the Schengen area?

Yes. The type D long-stay visa allows you to travel in the Schengen area for a maximum period of 90 days in any Schengen area.

My flight is making a stopover at an airport in France. Do I need to apply for an airport transit visa or a short-stay visa?

 Entry visa and a short-stay visa is required.

Must I present any documents, other than my passport, when I get to the border control in the Schengen area?

Yes, your passport with a visa, supporting documents as to the purpose of your trip to France, means of subsistence during the stay, insurance certificate.

How to calculate the travel days remaining of my Schengen short-stay visa?

European commission website has created a calculator that can help to check how many days are left on your visa.

How should I respond if I’m visiting for both work (a professional visit) and for pleasure (tourism)?

The purpose indicated for your trip determines which supporting documents is to provide to support visa application. Similarly, if the purpose is study and tourism, the study reason should take precedence.

How to enter your biometric visa number on France-Visas?

Travel agent will do that.

What sort of insurance must I have?

Travel insurance covering any possible costs for medical repatriation, emergency.

I have a long-stay visa. What do I need to do when I arrive in France?

Validate within 3month of arriving.

What is a return visa?

A return visa is a type of long-stay visa issued under special circumstances to individuals able to prove they have a French residence permit.

Can I find out why my visa was refused?

Yes, it possible.

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