Visa Information
France Visa for Indians
Visa Options & Pricing
Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) Visa
How It Works
- 1 Submit your passport copy & travel details online
- 2 Our team verifies your documents against the current checklist
- 3 We help you fill and prepare your visa application form
- 4 We book your appointment at the visa application centre
- 5 You visit the centre in person with your original documents
- 6 Track your status and collect your passport/visa
Documents Required
- Passport bio page scan (valid 6+ months, 2 blank pages)
- Recent Schengen-spec photo (35x45mm, white background)
- Completed & signed Schengen visa application form
- Travel insurance (min. u20ac30,000 cover, valid across Schengen)
- Confirmed round-trip flight reservation
- Hotel/accommodation booking for full stay
- Bank statements (3-6 months) & ITR
- Employment or business proof
- Cover letter explaining purpose of visit
What's Included
- Document verification & checklist review
- Application form filling assistance
- Visa application centre (VFS/embassy) appointment booking
- Application status tracking support
- WhatsApp & Email support
- Guidance on visa centre visit requirements
Important Info
- Applications for France are typically processed through TLScontact visa application centres in India rather than VFS Global. Applications cannot be submitted directly at the embassy or consulate u2014 all document submission and biometrics happen at the official visa application centre.
- Apply to the Schengen country where you will spend the most nights, or your first point of entry if your stay is evenly split across countries.
Document Authenticity Declaration: The applicant acknowledges full responsibility for ensuring that all passports, identity proofs, financial records, invitation letters, and other supporting documents submitted are authentic and legally valid. OnlineeVisa.com reserves the right to refuse service where fraud or misrepresentation is suspected and shall not be held liable for losses, delays, visa refusals, bans, or legal consequences resulting from the submission of false or fraudulent documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa to visit this country?
Yes. Indian passport holders require a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) before travelling, as India is not visa-exempt for the Schengen area.
Which Schengen country should I apply through?
Apply to the country where you will spend the most nights on your trip. If your stay is evenly split between countries, apply through the country of first entry.
Is travel insurance mandatory?
Yes. Travel medical insurance covering at least u20ac30,000, valid across all Schengen countries and matching your travel dates, is a mandatory document u2014 applications without it are refused.
Do I need to visit the visa centre in person?
Yes. Unlike our eVisa destinations, Schengen visas require document submission and biometrics (fingerprints and photograph) in person at the official visa application centre. Biometrics stay valid for 59 months for repeat applicants.
How long can I stay with a Schengen visa?
A short-stay Schengen visa permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period, across all Schengen member countries combined.