The application process
How to apply, eligibility, fees and processing times for France.
9 French resources in this topic
Requirements & how-to guidance
- How to apply for a France visaGuidance
How to apply for a visa for France — the shared Schengen short-stay process for visits up to 90 days, and France's national long-stay (Type D) route for longer stays, with the official EU sources.
- France national long-stay visas (Type D)Guidance
France national long-stay (Type D) visas — awaiting review against official sources. For short stays, see the shared Schengen short-stay guidance.
- France visa feesGuidance
France visa fees — awaiting verification against official sources. Short-stay Schengen visa fees follow the shared Schengen rules.
- France visa processing timesGuidance
France visa processing times — awaiting verification against official sources.
- France visa eligibilityGuidance
France visa eligibility — awaiting review against official sources. Short-stay Schengen eligibility follows the shared Schengen rules.
- Documents for a France visa applicationGuidance
The supporting documents needed for a French national long-stay visa depend on your purpose of stay, on top of a common core set.
- France's immigration authorityGuidance
France's immigration system is run by the Interior Ministry's DGEF, with the OFII handling reception and integration and prefectures issuing residence permits.
- Appointments and biometrics for a France applicationGuidance
Long-stay visa applicants apply through the French consulate or an authorised centre, attending in person to give fingerprints and a photo.
- After you arrive in FranceGuidance
A long-stay visa acting as a residence permit (VLS-TS) must be validated online within three months of arrival, and other holders apply for a residence card.