France Visas
Capital Paris · Currency EUR · France-Visas / Ministry of the Interior
France is part of the Schengen Area. Short stays use a Schengen visa or visa-free entry; long stays for study or work use a long-stay visa (VLS-TS) that doubles as a residence permit after validation online.
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.France visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist / Visit Schengen Short-Stay Visa |
EUR 90 | 15 calendar days typically | Max 90 days per 180-day period | View → |
| Student Long-Stay Student Visa (VLS-TS) |
EUR 99 | A few weeks | 1 year, renewable as a residence permit | View → |
| Work / Skilled Talent Passport / Work Visa |
From EUR 99+ (route-dependent) | Weeks to a couple of months | Up to 4 years (Talent Passport) | View → |
| PR / Immigration Long-Term Resident Card |
EUR 225 (approx.) | Several weeks to months | 10 years, renewable | View → |
Visa types for France
Schengen Short-Stay Visa
Tourism or family visits up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
- Processing: 15 calendar days typically
- Stay: Max 90 days per 180-day period
- Validity: Up to 90 days / 180 days
Long-Stay Student Visa (VLS-TS)
Study in France with low public tuition; the visa acts as a residence permit once validated.
- Processing: A few weeks
- Validity: 1 year, renewable as a residence permit
Talent Passport / Work Visa
Multi-year residence for skilled employees, researchers, founders and highly qualified workers.
- Processing: Weeks to a couple of months
- Validity: Up to 4 years (Talent Passport)
Long-Term Resident Card
Permanent (10-year) residence, generally after 5 years of continuous legal stay.
- Processing: Several weeks to months
- Validity: 10 years, renewable
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Embassy of France
New Delhi, India
2/50E, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
France Visa Application Centre (VFS Global)
New Delhi, India
VFS Global France, Delhi, India
France visa FAQs
What visa types does France offer?＋
VisaViews covers 4 France visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does France have an eVisa or visa-free entry?＋
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.
How much is a France tourist visa?＋
The Schengen Short-Stay Visa costs EUR 90. Fees are indicative and can change — always confirm on the official source.
How long does a France visa take to process?＋
Processing time varies by visa type; the Schengen Short-Stay Visa typically takes 15 calendar days typically.
Who handles France visas and immigration?＋
France visas and immigration are administered by France-Visas / Ministry of the Interior. The official portal is https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en.